NQ Family Solicitor

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.

The Role: You will be involved in a broad range of family law matters including:

• Financial and child-related issues
• Cohabitation rights and obligations
• Adoption and surrogacy
• Divorce, separation, and related matters

This is a client-facing role with significant opportunity for growth and development. You’ll be given the chance to manage your own caseload with appropriate support and supervision.
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 Include:
• 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

📩 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 beth.simpson@servicecare.org.uk or call on: 01312642230. We also welcome referrals for this position if they are new to SCS, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.