Family Solicitor

Job Description

Family Solicitor | 3+ PQE | Edinburgh or Glasgow | Top-Ranked Scottish Firm | English-Qualified Solicitor

Location: Edinburgh or Glasgow | PQE: 3+ | Jurisdiction: Must be English-qualified | Position Type: Permanent | Working Pattern: Hybrid/Flexible

BCL Legal is delighted to partner with a top-tier Scottish firm in their search for a talented Family Solicitor to join their Legal 500-ranked team in either Edinburgh or Glasgow. This is an outstanding opportunity for an English-qualified solicitor to work across a high-calibre family law caseload while benefiting from a flexible and collaborative working environment.

The Firm
- Award-winning and well-established across Scotland
- Highly regarded Legal 500-ranked Family Law team
- Clear and structured career development framework
- Excellent internal culture with a focus on work-life balance
- Flexible and hybrid working model to suit your lifestyle
- Strong emphasis on mentoring, learning, and development

The Role
You’ll join a respected team dealing with a diverse and high-quality caseload involving both Scottish and English family law matters. The work is often sensitive and complex, offering the chance to make a real difference in clients’ lives.

- Handle high-value divorce and financial provision cases
- Advise on child law and custody disputes
- Work with clients across Scotland and England
- Get involved in business development and help shape the team’s future direction
- Enjoy a varied and stimulating workload with direct client contact
- Benefit from a clear progression path in a team that supports career growth

What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary, tailored to experience
- Highly flexible and supportive working arrangements
- A dynamic and growing team with room to progress
- The chance to develop your profile in both Scottish and English family law
- Engaged, collaborative leadership with a genuine commitment to wellbeing

About You
We are keen to speak with motivated family solicitors who:

- Have 3+ years’ PQE and are qualified in England & Wales
- Bring strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Are confident managing sensitive cases with empathy and discretion
- Thrive in a collaborative team but are equally comfortable working autonomously
- Have a genuine interest in business development and building client relationships

Apply Now
If you're a driven Family Solicitor looking for a standout opportunity within a highly respected team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV, or get in touch for a confidential discussion about this role or other family law opportunities in Scotland.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.