NQ Family Solicitor

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Overview

Service Care Legal are working with a leading Scottish law firm who are seeking an ambitious and client-focused Newly Qualified Solicitor to join their Family Law team in Edinburgh. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recently qualified solicitor (NQ – 1 PQE) to build a long-term career within a highly respected firm, working alongside experienced Family Law Partners in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

  • Financial and child-related issues
  • Cohabitation rights and obligations
  • Adoption and surrogacy
  • Divorce, separation, and related matters
  • Manage your own caseload with appropriate support and supervision in a client-facing role

Requirements

  • Recently qualified Solicitor in Scotland (NQ–1 year PQE)
  • Strong interest and some experience in family law (from traineeship or similar)
  • Excellent client care and communication skills
  • A proactive and collaborative approach
  • Willingness to contribute to team meetings and business development

Benefits

  • 25 days annual leave + 9 fixed public holidays
  • Long-service holiday accrual after 5 years
  • Hybrid working (1–2 days WFH after initial training)
  • Pension scheme and death in service cover
  • Access to online GP, counselling & wellbeing resources
  • Enhanced family leave policies
  • Discounted legal fees & gym memberships
  • Travel loan scheme & career development support

How to Apply

Interested? If you're a Newly Qualified Solicitor ready to make your mark in Family Law, we want to hear from you. Apply today by sending your CV to (url removed) or call on: (phone number removed). We also welcome referrals for this position if they are new to SCS, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

Job Info

  • Job Title: NQ Family Solicitor
  • Company: Service Care Legal
  • Location: Competitive
  • Posted: Oct 10th 2025
  • Closes:
  • Sector: Legal
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Hours: Full Time
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Location:
Easter Howgate, Scotland, United Kingdom
Salary:
£125,000 - £150,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Legal

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