Childcare Lawyer (Newly Qualified)

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An excellent opportunity awaits a Newly Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive to join a dynamic Legal Services team in a Local Authority. This role focuses on public law, especially in childcare and family matters. You'll manage care proceedings, draft legal documents, and represent the authority in court, all while working in a collaborative environment that promotes professional growth. If you're passionate about public childcare law and eager to develop your career, this is the perfect position for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a practicing certificate in England & Wales.
• Up to 3 years’ post-qualification experience in public law.

Responsibilities

• Managing and advising on care proceedings and adoption matters.
• Drafting legal documents and representing the authority in court.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Drafting Legal Documents

Interpersonal Skills

Advocacy

Time Management

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Barrister

Chartered Legal Executive

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05.05.2025

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19.06.2025

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Job Description:

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Newly Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive to join a dynamic and supportive Legal Services team within a Local Authority. This is a fantastic role for someone looking to develop a career in public law, particularly in childcare and family matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing and advising on all aspects of care proceedings and adoption matters, including international issues where applicable

• Handling Deprivation of Liberty (DOL) and Secure Accommodation proceedings

• Drafting legal documents such as applications, threshold statements, case summaries, and orders

• Dealing with Section 7 and Section 37 reports

• Representing the authority in court and undertaking advocacy as required

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with a practising certificate in England & Wales

• Up to 3 years’ post-qualification experience in your area of practice

• Solid understanding of children’s social care law and associated public law frameworks

• Strong drafting and analytical skills, with attention to detail

• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills

• Ability to manage complex caseloads efficiently

• Committed to ongoing professional development

• Advocacy experience is desirable but not essential

This role offers hybrid working with an expectation of attending the office when required. You'll be part of a collaborative and friendly legal team with opportunities for growth and development.

If you are a newly qualified legal professional with an interest in public childcare law and would like to be considered for this role, please apply today.