Child Care Solicitor

G2 Legal; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share Bonus Scheme

Hybrid Working

Enhanced Sick Pay & Maternity Schemes

Cycle to Work Scheme

Annual Salary Reviews

Job summary

A leading national law firm is seeking a Child Panel Accredited Solicitor in Leeds. This role involves managing complex family cases, providing expert legal guidance under legal aid, and engaging with clients compassionately. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of PQE, a solid caseload, and the desire to impact through public legal work. The firm offers a supportive team environment, hybrid working options, and a profit share bonus scheme.

Qualifications

• Child Panel Accredited Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE.
• Respected within the family law field for integrity and commitment.
• Motivated by making a difference, not just financial reward.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of public law children matters and complex family cases.
• Providing expert legal representation to vulnerable clients under legal aid.
• Engaging with clients compassionately and professionally.

Skills

Child Panel Accreditation

Client care

Collaborative team approach

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

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Associate Director | Legal Recruitment Specialist | West Yorkshire

Child Panel Accredited Solicitor - Leeds

Are you a Child Panel Accredited Solicitor looking to join a leading national law firm with a strong commitment to legal aid. This national firm is looking to expand its Family Law team with an experienced Solicitor in Leeds.

This is a rare opportunity to join a respected practice that champions professional development, while making a genuine impact through publicly funded work.

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for a seasoned Family Law Solicitor with Child Panel Accreditation and a solid following or existing caseload. You’ll be joining a supportive and growing team that delivers high-quality legal advice and representation in complex and sensitive family matters, particularly those involving children.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing a caseload of public law children matters and other complex family cases.
• Providing expert legal representation and guidance to vulnerable clients under legal aid.
• Collaborating within a small, specialist team with national reach.
• Supporting the ongoing growth and development of the department.
• Engaging with clients compassionately and professionally.
• Contributing to business development initiatives and maintaining your professional network.

What’s on Offer

• Profit Share Bonus Scheme: Typically 15% after meeting 3x salary target.
• Hybrid Working
• Enhanced Sick Pay & Maternity Schemes
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Annual Salary Reviews

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you will:

• Be a Child Panel Accredited Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE.
• Have an established following, active caseload, or strong referral network.
• Be respected within the family law field for your integrity and commitment.
• Possess excellent client care skills and a collaborative team approach.
• Be motivated by making a difference, not just financial reward.
• Be ready to make an impact within a growing, specialist legal aid team.

Next Steps

This is a brilliant opportunity for a driven and compassionate Family Solicitor to join a forward-thinking law firm making a difference across the UK.

For more information or a confidential conversation about the role, contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment or apply directly via the link.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services and Law Practice

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