Childcare Solicitor

ENL Legal Recruitment; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency in Plymouth is seeking a Childcare Solicitor with over 2 years PQE. The role involves guiding vulnerable clients through complex legal proceedings and representing them in court. The ideal candidate will be empathetic and a strong communicator. The role offers a highly competitive salary and flexible working options.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Healthy bonus scheme

Flexible/remote working options

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years as a Childcare Solicitor required.
• Experience in managing own caseload is essential.
• Ability to represent clients in hearings.

Responsibilities

• Guide clients through care proceedings.
• Advise on Special Guardianship applications.
• Represent clients at court.

Skills

Public law children matters

Advocacy skills

Strong communication

Empathy

Team player

Education

2+ Years PQE as a Solicitor

Job description

Overview

Childcare Solicitor, 2+ Years PQE, Plymouth, £50,000+ (DOE) – This is an exciting opportunity to work in a sensitive but rewarding area of law, making a real difference to families and children at some of the most challenging times in their lives. Job Ref: 1308

Responsibilities

• This role offers the opportunity to develop further expertise within a supportive team, with scope to contribute to business development and the continued growth of the Family department.
• You will be responsible for guiding clients throughout care proceedings, from early involvement through to final hearings.
• You will also advise on Special Guardianship applications and related orders within public law proceedings.
• Undertaking your own advocacy and representing clients at court.
• Providing clear, empathetic advice to vulnerable clients in complex and often emotionally charged situations.

Skills/Qualifications

• Applications are sought from Childcare Solicitors with a minimum of 2 Years PQE looking for that next step in their career.
• Experienced in public law children matters, with confidence in managing your own caseload.
• Skilled in advocacy and able to represent clients at hearings.
• A strong communicator, able to explain complex legal issues in plain, reassuring language.
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, sensitive area of law.
• Empathetic, calm under pressure, and committed to supporting vulnerable clients.

On Offer

• Highly competitive salary.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay.
• Healthy bonus scheme.
• Flexible/remote working options.

How to Apply

Contact Penny Trotman at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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