Childcare Solictor

eNL; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Childcare Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE. The role involves managing caseloads, supervising junior staff, and providing expert legal advice. The firm offers a competitive salary, 26 days annual leave, and hybrid working options. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and experience in child protection cases.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Hybrid working arrangements

Company pension

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ PQE as a Childcare Solicitor.
• Experience in legal aid and child protection work.
• Strong standard in communication with clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage appropriate caseloads and supervise team members.
• Provide expert advice to parents and guardians.
• Handle legal aid/CCMS procedures and emergency orders.

Skills

Client liaising

Ability to work under pressure

Supervising junior staff

Education

Qualified solicitor (PQE)

Job description

Overview

Childcare Solicitor, 3+ years’ PQE, Leicestershire, Competitive salary.

An outstanding opportunity for an experienced Childcare Solicitor to join a Legal 500 firm. In this position you will take the lead in managing appropriate caseloads whilst supervising junior members of the team including solicitors, paralegals/caseworkers and trainee solicitors. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Samantha on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV.

THE ROLE:

Our client is looking for an experienced Childcare Solicitor who will play a pivotal role in providing expert advice to parents, guardians or CAFCASS appointed children’s guardians. You will take ownership of all aspects of childcare work, including providing expertise and guidance to team members and external clients. Duties in this role could include legal aid/CCMS procedures, emergency protection orders, police protection orders, child protection case reviews, amongst others.

THE CANDIDATE:

The candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ PQE working in a fast-paced legal firm within a Childcare Solicitor role. You will have the ability to work under pressure with limited supervision. You will have a high standard in liaising with clients, both written and verbally. With a strong client focus, the candidate will also be assisting with the delivery of training and development opportunities for the internal teams to ensure best practice.

THE FIRM:

With multiple offices across the UK, this award-winning and reputable firm strives to ensure their services are accessible to all. Thriving on building long-lasting relationships with their clients, this firm is continuously looking to improve in any area within their business.

THE PACKAGE:

Alongside a competitive salary, this firm offers an excellent range of additional benefits, including 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, hybrid working arrangements (three days in the office and two days working from home), a company pension, and various opportunities for progression.

HOW TO APPLY:

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

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