Child Care Solicitor

Executive Network Legal Ltd; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm seeks an experienced Child Care Solicitor to join their expanding team in Lancashire. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of relevant experience and be a Member of the Children Panel, taking the lead on complex legal cases. With a focus on supervision, training, and business development, this role offers a competitive salary and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Qualified Child Care Solicitor with 5+ years of experience.
• Able to supervise and mentor junior team members.
• Experience in handling complex child care law cases.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad caseload from Care Orders to Domestic Abuse cases.
• Supervise and mentor legal team members.
• Drive new business and build strong external relationships.

Skills

Legal Knowledge

Supervisory Skills

Training and Development

Business Development

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Member of the Children Panel

Job description

Child Care Solicitor 5+, Lancashire, up to c£65,000 (DOE) - Panel Member required - Hybrid and flexible working options - To apply contact Melanie Daly at eNL on 0161 850 0745 or email [e-mail] with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. Job Ref: 0191

This expanding team are looking for an experienced Child Care Solicitor, who is a Member of the Children Panel, to lead complex legal cases, guide a talented team of solicitors and paralegals, and play a key role in developing this thriving department.

What you'll do:
Handle a broad caseload – from Care Orders to Domestic Abuse cases
Represent parents, relatives, and children (including through CAFCASS)
Supervise and mentor legal team members
Deliver impactful training and development
Drive new business and build strong external relationships

You'll be covering every corner of child care law – Legal Aid/CCMS, protection orders, international adoptions, court proceedings, and more.
You can expect a competitive salary and benefits package, along with flexible working options.

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