Care Solicitor

Oculus Legal Group; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus birthday off

Bonus scheme offering 10% of salary

Free parking

Funded training courses and qualifications

Clear long-term career progression opportunities

Job summary

Oculus Legal Group, a well-regarded law firm in Worcester, is seeking an experienced Care Solicitor to join their team. The role involves managing a caseload of public law children matters, primarily representing parents in care proceedings.

Ideal candidates will have strong experience in childcare law, a commitment to excellent client care, and can expect ongoing training and career development opportunities. This full-time position offers a structured career path with flexibility for hybrid working after probation.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive (CILEX) or equivalent.
• Ideally 5+ years' PQE in publicly funded childcare law.
• Ability to independently manage a busy caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of public law children matters.
• Conduct advocacy and instruct counsel when appropriate.
• Work closely with clients and local authorities.

Skills

Publicly funded childcare matters

Client care

Independently managing caseload

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive (CILEX) or equivalent

Job description

A well-established and highly regarded law firm with a strong presence across Worcestershire and the West Midlands. Known for delivering specialist legal advice with a personal and approachable service, they have built an excellent reputation for supporting both clients and employees.

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Care Solicitor to join the firm's Worcester office. The role sits within a busy and successful Care team handling a high volume of publicly funded childcare matters, with a particular focus on representing parents in care proceedings.

The Opportunity

• Manage a varied caseload of public law children matters, predominantly acting for parents
• Conduct advocacy where appropriate and instruct counsel when required
• Work closely with clients, local authorities and other professionals involved in proceedings
• Contribute to the continued success and development of the Care department
• Benefit from ongoing training, funded qualifications and a structured career progression pathway

About You

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive (CILEX) or equivalent
• Ideally 5+ years' PQE, although applications outside this level are welcomed
• Strong experience handling publicly funded childcare matters
• Able to manage a busy caseload independently
• Committed to providing excellent client care and achieving positive outcomes for clients

Salary & Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus birthday off
• Bonus scheme offering 10% of salary upon achieving targets
• Annual appraisals and salary reviews
• Free parking
• Funded training courses and qualifications
• Clear long-term career progression opportunities

This is a full-time, primarily office-based position in Worcester. One day of hybrid working is available following successful completion of probation.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please get in touch.

07771357113