Childcare Solicitor

Austen Lloyd Limited; Riverhead, Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Essex is seeking a dedicated Childcare Solicitor to manage a caseload involving care proceedings and child protection cases. The role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and clear opportunities for career progression within a collaborative team environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in public law matters and strong advocacy skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Training and professional development

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare or public law matters (PQE level flexible).
• Ability to manage sensitive caseloads with professionalism.
• Desire to develop your career within a leading firm.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of childcare and public law children matters.
• Represent parents, guardians, and children in care proceedings.
• Advocate in the Family Court and support senior colleagues.

Skills

Advocacy skills

Client care skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Overview

Childcare Solicitor - Essex

Salary: Competitive | Hybrid Working | Clear Progression Path

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Childcare Solicitor to join a highly respected Legal 500 firm in Essex. This role offers exposure to complex and rewarding childcare matters, with excellent career progression, hybrid working, and a competitive salary on offer.

The Role

You will manage a caseload of childcare and public law children matters, including:

• Care proceedings and child protection cases
• Representation of parents, guardians, and children
• Liaising with local authorities and external agencies
• Advising on special guardianship, adoption, and related matters
• Advocacy in the Family Court and supporting senior colleagues in complex cases

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Genuine progression opportunities within a Legal 500 ranked team
• High-quality, complex caseload with excellent support
• Strong emphasis on training and professional development
• Friendly and collaborative team culture

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with experience in childcare or public law children matters (PQE level flexible as a guide)
• Strong advocacy and client care skills
• Ability to manage a varied and often sensitive caseload with professionalism and empathy
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Desire to develop your career within a leading firm

Austen Lloyd Limited is a Specialist Legal Recruitment Agency operating nationally. Please Note: our advertisements may use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. The role; Ref GD 60897 Childcare Solicitor - Essex

For more information send your CV or get in touch with Gemma at Austen Lloyd as soon as possible - Ref GD 60897 Childcare Solicitor - Essex