Feeling like you’ve hit a glass ceiling?
Maybe you want more flexibility, better development and progression, or simply a firm that listens. At Stowe, we’re here to change that.

We’re the UK’s largest family law firm, but we don’t act like a big corporate machine. Each of our offices, including Bournemouth & Southampton, has its own close-knit team where you’ll feel supported, valued, and trusted to work in the way that suits you best.

Here’s what makes us stand out:

Flexibility that actually works
Work from home, from the office, or a mix of both, whatever helps you do your best work. - Learn more about life at Stowe

Real progression
If you’re ready to grow, we’ll help you make it happen. We have biannual promotion windows and clear development paths, so progression isn’t something you have to chase; it’s part of how we work. - See how we help our people grow

Dedicated support around you
You’ll have secretaries, legal assistants, billing, and new business enquiry teams behind you, so you can focus on your clients and the rewarding parts of family law.

Well-being that means something
We know how emotionally demanding this area of law can be. From wellness leave to our partnership with Lifeworks and a network of mental health champions, your well-being is a priority, not an afterthought.

Always improving
Our tailored case management system and brilliant marketing team are here to make your day-to-day run more smoothly. - Have a listen to our podcast
Meet your Bournemouth & Southampton team - View the team here

What we’re looking for

It’s likely you’re a Chartered Legal Executive, Senior Associate, Associate or Solicitor within family who’s frustrated because of a lack of progression opportunities, flexibility or challenge
Confident in managing a caseload of finances and children matters (with team support)
You're ambitious and ready to take the next step in your career
You understand the need for empathy and sensitivity for clients going through an incredibly difficult period

Benefits

Read about our full benefits package here - https://careers.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/employee-bene...

Salary £40,000 - £78,500 (depending on experience)
Bonus
A well-being culture, including Mental Well-being days, and access to counselling sessions
Volunteering leave
Diversity public holidays
26 days holiday
Enhanced adoption, maternity and paternity pay
Paid leave for fertility treatment
Emergency dependants leave
Bereavement leave
Medicash health insurance - 24/7 GP’s, dental, counselling, gym discounts
Training grants
Life Assurance
Contributory pension
Flexible working

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Department: Lawyers - South West
Role: Senior Associate
Locations: Bournemouth, Southampton
Remote status: Hybrid