Current Vacancies

Join Our Historic and Forward-Thinking Team

Tracing our roots back to around 1730, SMR Solicitors is proud to be the oldest solicitors' firm in Chichester. Our history is built on trusted relationships, and many of our clients come from families who have relied on us for generations.

From our offices in Chichester, Selsey, East Wittering, and Bognor Regis, SMR Solicitors provides high-quality legal services to businesses and individuals across West Sussex and beyond. We combine our rich heritage with a modern, client-focused approach — and we are looking for talented individuals to help us continue our success story.

If you're passionate about delivering excellent client service and want to build your career with a respected, supportive, and forward-looking law firm, we would love to hear from you.

We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

Current Vacancies

Conveyancing Assistant – Bognor Regis Office

We are looking for a motivated Conveyancing Assistant to support our busy property team at our Bognor Regis office.

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting fee earners with all aspects of residential conveyancing transactions
Drafting standard documents and correspondence
Carrying out searches, ID checks, and preparing contract packs
Managing client communications and updating all parties on progress
Providing administrative support including file opening, compliance checks, and file management

The ideal candidate will have:

Previous experience in a conveyancing support role
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Strong communication skills and a client-focused approach
A proactive attitude and the ability to work as part of a team

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their conveyancing career in a supportive and professional environment.

Family Fee Earner - Chichester Office

We are expanding our Family Law team and are seeking a dedicated Family Fee Earner.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing a varied caseload of family law matters, including divorce, financial settlements, private children matters, and cohabitation disputes
Providing compassionate, clear, and pragmatic advice to clients during what can be a challenging time
Handling cases from initial instruction through to conclusion, both independently and within a supportive team
Participating in business development activities and maintaining the firm’s excellent reputation in Family Law

The ideal candidate will have:

A strong background in Family Law (solicitor, legal executive, or experienced paralegal)
Excellent client care and interpersonal skills
A proactive, solution-focused attitude with the ability to manage matters efficiently and sensitively

Why Work for SMR Solicitors?

At SMR Solicitors, we believe our people are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a supportive and rewarding working environment, along with a range of great benefits:

25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
Employee benefits platform offering a wide range of discounts across various sectors
Mental health and wellbeing support services
Access to a GP support service for fast and convenient health consultations
Two staff social events per year — a summer celebration and a Christmas gathering
Free parking at all of our office locations
Bonus schemes to reward performance
One day a week working from home (subject to the role and business needs)
Paid day off on your birthday
The opportunity to work for a highly respected and long-established firm, with four excellent office locations in beautiful West Sussex.

We are proud of our heritage, but even prouder of the professional, friendly, and forward-thinking team we have built. If you are looking for a firm where your skills will be valued and where you can thrive, SMR Solicitors could be the perfect place for you.