Childcare Solicitor

Oculus Legal Group; Greater London; Híbrido; GBP 50 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Performance-related bonus

Hybrid working

Resumo da oferta

Oculus Legal Group in Central London is seeking a Childcare Solicitor with 2+ years' PQE to join a Legal 500-ranked family law team on a hybrid basis. You will manage your own caseload of childcare matters, advising and representing clients through proceedings and collaborating with counsel, social workers and other professionals.

The role offers a competitive salary (£50,000-£60,000) plus a performance-related bonus, with hybrid working and excellent opportunities for progression within a

Qualificações

• 2+ years of PQE in childcare proceedings.
• Solid knowledge of children proceedings.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Manage a caseload of childcare matters from inception to conclusion.
• Advise parents, family members and other parties.
• Conduct advocacy at hearings where appropriate.
• Prepare statements, applications, instructions and other legal documents.
• Collaborate with counsel, social workers, experts and other professionals.
• Provide clear, empathetic and commercially aware legal advice to clients.
• Contribute to the growth and reputation of the team.

Conhecimentos

Childcare law

Case management

Advocacy

Communication skills

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Central London - Hybrid Working - £50,000-£60,000 + Bonus & Excellent Benefits

A highly regarded Legal 500-ranked family law team is looking to recruit an ambitious Childcare Solicitor with 2+ years' PQE to join its growing team in central London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to develop their career within a respected specialist team, working alongside experienced practitioners on a high-quality and varied caseload.

The Role

You will manage your own caseload of publicly and privately funded childcare matters, advising and representing clients throughout proceedings. You will have exposure to a broad range of complex and interesting cases, with excellent opportunities for professional development and progression.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a caseload of childcare matters from inception through to conclusion.
• Advising parents, family members and other relevant parties.
• Conducting advocacy at hearings where appropriate.
• Preparing statements, applications, instructions and other legal documentation.
• Working closely with counsel, social workers, experts and other professionals.
• Providing clear, empathetic and commercially aware legal advice to clients.
• Contributing to the continued growth and reputation of the team.

About You

Oculus Legal Group are looking for a Childcare Solicitor with at least 2 years' PQE who has solid experience handling care proceedings and related children matters.

You will ideally have:

• 2+ years' PQE with demonstrable childcare experience.
• Strong knowledge of children proceedings.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• A client-focused and empathetic approach.
• The ability to manage a busy caseload effectively and work independently.
• A genuine interest in developing your career within a leading family law practice.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £50,000-£55,000, depending on experience.
• Performance-related bonus.
• Hybrid working and a flexible approach to working arrangements.
• The opportunity to join a Legal 500-ranked team.
• Excellent quality and variety of work.
• Strong opportunities for career progression and development.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Central London office location.
• The opportunity to work alongside highly experienced family and childcare Solicitors.