Children Panel Solicitor Director - Nationwide

Gemini Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm seeks dedicated Children Panel Solicitor Directors for a permanent position. The role involves managing Child Care work, supervising staff, and handling complex cases. Join a supportive team with hybrid working options and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Attractive Salary

Supportive Team Environment

Promotion Prospects

Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• 3+ Years PQE required.
• Proven supervisory experience and KPI management.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of Child Care work, providing technical expertise.
• Supervise Solicitors and Caseworkers, managing caseloads.
• Handle public and private children cases, including advocacy.

Skills

Management Skills

Client Care

Communication

Team Player

Networking

Education

Law Society Registration

Children Panel Membership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document Management

Job description

Role: Children Panel Solicitor Director - Outside London

Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated Children Panel Solicitor Directors (x3) for highly sought permanent position.

Gemini Recruitment is currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals across over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Their accomplishments are recognized and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners as a top-tier firm.

The firm holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation, is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001-2013 accredited, and is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

Family & Children Department Background:

The Family & Children law department is ranked and recognized by The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for family and matrimonial work. It provides confidential advice and effective representation. The team includes practitioners with Law Society’s Children Law and Family Law Advanced accreditations, offering advocacy in all court proceedings and ensuring consistent, professional service with high continuity.

The department has extensive experience in assisting high net worth individuals with divorce, domestic abuse, adoption, child abduction, and related matters, including injunctions, maintenance, property, pensions, and freezing orders.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Report directly to and collaborate with the Board to meet performance targets.
• Manage all aspects of Child Care work, providing technical expertise and guidance.
• Supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors, and Caseworkers, managing caseloads and complexities.
• Assist with training and development within the department.
• Handle a variety of public and private children cases, including child abduction, protection issues, guardianship, and adoption, and undertake advocacy.
• Maintain a professional, proactive approach, with strong client care skills and interest in business development and marketing.

Key Skills Required:

• 3+ Years PQE
• Law Society registration; Children Panel membership desirable
• Highly driven and committed
• Valid Practicing Certificate at application time
• Strong management skills
• Team player with fair approach to team concerns, fostering positive change and cross-referrals
• Proven supervisory experience and KPI management
• Excellent client care, networking, and communication skills
• Knowledge of publicly funded Child Care work and ability to handle privately funded cases
• Extensive Child Care work experience, including adoption matters
• Advocacy experience is a plus
• Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office and document management

This list is not exhaustive; other duties may be assigned as reasonably required.

Offers include an attractive salary, supportive team environment, and promotion prospects. Hybrid working is available per company policy.

The company is committed to Equal Opportunities, diversity, and inclusivity, reflecting the communities served.

About Gemini Recruitment and Equal Opportunities:

Gemini Recruitment specializes in legal placements, providing focused recruitment services for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals, and Legal Support Staff across the UK. Our process complies fully with GDPR and other laws, including background checks to confirm eligibility and suitability for the role.