Childcare Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Leeds is seeking a Newly Qualified Solicitor for the Conveyancing Assistant position. This role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive Family & Childcare Law team on meaningful cases. Candidates should be passionate about childcare law, with training and career development support provided. Benefits include flexible working options, annual leave, and a positive work culture. The firm encourages newly qualified solicitors eager to make a difference to apply.

Benefits

Up to 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday day off and a £50 voucher after 5 years' service

Staff referral bonus scheme

Corporate discounts across retailers and services

Fully funded summer and Christmas events

Flexible working options

Structured training and ongoing career development

Supportive mentoring culture

Qualifications

• Must be a recently qualified Solicitor with a passion for childcare law.
• Experience in legal aid or family law preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to work in a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Care Proceedings and public law children matters.
• Participate in training and development opportunities.
• Contribute to complex childcare cases.

Skills

Genuine interest in childcare and public law

Ability to handle Care Proceedings

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Recently qualified Solicitor

Job description

Conveyancing Assistant – Brighouse

A well-respected, multi-office law firm with a strong reputation in childcare and family law is looking to recruit a Newly Qualified (NQ) Solicitor to join its established team in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity to begin your career in a highly regarded department, with full support, structured development and clear opportunities for progression.

You'll be joining a collaborative and supportive Family & Childcare Law team, working on a caseload of Care Proceedings and other public law children matters. This is a role where you can make a genuine impact in the lives of children and families, with hands‑on experience from the outset.

The firm is known for its commitment to training and career development, offering a positive working culture and a flexible approach to working arrangements, including hybrid and remote options.

To be considered, you should be a recently qualified Solicitor with a genuine interest in childcare and public law family matters. Previous experience in legal aid or family law during your training contract would be an advantage, but all newly qualified candidates with a passion for this area of law are encouraged to apply.

What’s on offer?

• Up to 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday day off and a £50 voucher after 5 years' service
• Staff referral bonus scheme
• Corporate discounts across retailers and services
• Fully funded summer and Christmas events
• Flexible, hybrid and remote working options
• Structured training and ongoing career development
• Supportive team environment with a strong mentoring culture
• Opportunity to work on complex, meaningful childcare cases

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Newly Qualified Solicitor to develop a long‑term career in childcare law within a reputable and progressive family law firm.

To apply, submit your CV via the link or contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment for a confidential discussion.