Children Law Solicitor (3-4 year PQE)

Talent Network Partners; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in Sheffield is seeking an experienced Children Law Solicitor to join their team. The role involves advising clients on private and public Children Law matters, managing cases, and conducting advocacy in court. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years of experience, Children Panel Accreditation, and strong advocacy skills. This position offers a supportive work environment and various benefits including a competitive package and flexible working options.

Benefits

Minimum 25 days annual leave

Bonus scheme

Wellbeing support including paid counselling

Staff discounts

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience within a Children Law department.
• Children Panel Accreditation required.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Full UK driving licence is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Advise and represent clients in Children Law matters including domestic abuse.
• Conduct advocacy in and out of court.
• Manage a personal caseload effectively.
• Use the Proclaim case management system.
• Support colleagues and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Skills

Strong advocacy skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Proven organisational skills

IT proficiency including Word, Outlook, Excel

People management or supervision experience

Tools

Proclaim Case Management System

Job description

Job Description

Children Law Solicitor – (3‑4 year PQE) Sheffield

Salary: (DOE)

Office based in Sheffield.

Our client is a well‑established regional law firm seeking a Children Law Solicitor to join the team in Sheffield.

The organisation provides services across private and public law children matters and is committed to high standards of client care and professional development.

Why join / Why this role

This role offers meaningful work supporting children and families with a supportive culture and access to flexible working options.

The organisation provides a competitive package including a bonus scheme, minimum 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, wellbeing support with paid counselling sessions, volunteering days, life assurance, benefit platform membership and staff discounts.

The role & impact

The solicitor will advise and represent clients across private and public Children Law including matters involving domestic abuse covering both privately funded and legal aid work.

The role will work closely with colleagues in the Children Department, contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment and may include supervision responsibilities depending on experience.

The position is full time and based in Sheffield.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise and represent clients in private and public Children Law matters including domestic abuse across privately funded and legal aid cases.
• Conduct advocacy in and out of court, preparing cases thoroughly and managing hearings effectively.
• Manage a personal caseload with strong file diary and time management.
• Use the Proclaim case management system to maintain accurate compliant records and workflows.
• Support colleagues within the Children Department and contribute to knowledge sharing.
• Build and maintain professional relationships through networking and referral development.
• Where appropriate supervise team members including file reviews 1‑2‑1s and appraisals potentially across more than one office.

Ideal Candidate

Adaptable, organised and calm under pressure with a professional approach to client service and a collaborative working style.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• At least 3 years experience within a Children Law department.
• Children Panel Accreditation.
• Strong advocacy skills and first‑rate written and verbal communication.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Legal Aid regulations and procedures.
• Proven organisational skills for effective file and diary management.
• IT proficiency including Word, Outlook and Excel.
• People management or supervision experience.
• Ability to use initiative and work to tight deadlines.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience with the Proclaim Case Management System.
• Membership of Resolution ideally with a domestic abuse specialism.

Why explore this role

This opportunity provides exposure to diverse and impactful Children Law work, clear scope to build supervisory experience and flexibility to support work‑life balance.

Candidates can expect a well‑structured hiring process and practical interview preparation through the recruitment partner designed to ensure a fair and efficient experience.

If this sounds like the right fit please submit your CV for consideration.

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Key Skills

Legal Drafting, Litigation, Algebra, Legal Counsel, Mediation Experience, Tribal Law, Legal Research, Telemarketing, Training & Development, Geometry, Child Protective Services, negotiation

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1