Family Lawyer - 1+ year PQE
- 17/08/2026
- Melbourne CBD & Inner Suburbs
- Permanent / Full Time
- $100000 - $100000 PerAnnum
Looking for a Family Law role where you can genuinely see yourself building a long-term career?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded Family Law practice with an exceptional team, genuinely supportive leadership and a culture that people love being part of.
You’ll be working closely with an experienced Principal who is genuinely invested in her team and takes the time to mentor, guide and develop her lawyers. Whether you need a quick sounding board or more hands-on support with a matter, you’ll never feel like you’re on your own.
At the same time, you’ll be given the opportunity to build your confidence, take on greater autonomy and progress your career as your experience develops. The firm takes progression seriously, with regular reviews and clear conversations around your development and what the next step could look like.
You’ll work across a genuinely interesting mix of privately funded Family Law matters, including:
The team
The culture is a huge part of what makes this opportunity special.
You’ll join a close-knit team of around nine solicitors who genuinely enjoy working together. It’s relaxed, collaborative and supportive, with a team that is happy to share knowledge, have a laugh and help each other out.
The firm also takes work-life balance seriously. With a 6-hour daily billable target, no expectation to stay late and a team that generally finishes around 5:30pm, you can build a successful Family Law career without it taking over your life!
There are regular team lunches, dinners and social events, and a genuine focus on creating an environment where people feel valued and enjoy coming to work.
Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is:
Apply now or reach out to Lauren Benstead on (03) 9077 7491 or via email lauren.benstead@engagepersonnel.com.au for a confidential chat.
Not quite what you're looking for? I recruit across a range of legal opportunities and may have the perfect role for you. I'd love to have a confidential chat.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded Family Law practice with an exceptional team, genuinely supportive leadership and a culture that people love being part of.
You’ll be working closely with an experienced Principal who is genuinely invested in her team and takes the time to mentor, guide and develop her lawyers. Whether you need a quick sounding board or more hands-on support with a matter, you’ll never feel like you’re on your own.
At the same time, you’ll be given the opportunity to build your confidence, take on greater autonomy and progress your career as your experience develops. The firm takes progression seriously, with regular reviews and clear conversations around your development and what the next step could look like.
You’ll work across a genuinely interesting mix of privately funded Family Law matters, including:
- Parenting matters
- Complex property matters
- Financial agreements and settlements
- Family Law negotiations and advice
- A varied mix of privately funded client work
The team
The culture is a huge part of what makes this opportunity special.
You’ll join a close-knit team of around nine solicitors who genuinely enjoy working together. It’s relaxed, collaborative and supportive, with a team that is happy to share knowledge, have a laugh and help each other out.
The firm also takes work-life balance seriously. With a 6-hour daily billable target, no expectation to stay late and a team that generally finishes around 5:30pm, you can build a successful Family Law career without it taking over your life!
There are regular team lunches, dinners and social events, and a genuine focus on creating an environment where people feel valued and enjoy coming to work.
Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about Family Law and keen to continue developing
- Confident working with clients and managing matters
- Naturally personable, outgoing and collaborative
- Eager to learn from an experienced Principal
- Looking for a team they can genuinely see themselves growing with
- Competitive salary based on experience
- 6-hour daily billable target
- Genuine mentorship and hands-on support
- Clear pathway for progression and promotion
- Interesting, varied privately funded Family Law work
- Strong work-life balance and 5:30pm finishes
- Close-knit, social and genuinely supportive team
- Regular team lunches, dinners and events
- 5 days in the office
Apply now or reach out to Lauren Benstead on (03) 9077 7491 or via email lauren.benstead@engagepersonnel.com.au for a confidential chat.
Not quite what you're looking for? I recruit across a range of legal opportunities and may have the perfect role for you. I'd love to have a confidential chat.