Family Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Bradford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading family law firm in Bradford seeks a Senior Childcare Solicitor with significant experience in childcare and public law matters. This role offers a collaborative working environment with excellent career development pathways and a competitive salary. Join a dedicated team focused on child protection and family support, with flexible working options to enhance work-life balance.

Benefits

Up to 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday day off with a £50 voucher after 5 years’ service

Staff referral bonus scheme

Corporate discounts across a variety of services and retailers

Fully funded summer and Christmas social events

Agile and remote working options to suit your lifestyle

Clear career development and promotion pathways in a supportive setting

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Care Proceedings and child protection cases.
• Solicitor qualified with a strong background in childcare law.
• Children Panel membership desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of public law childcare matters, including complex Care Proceedings.
• Provide expert legal advice on sensitive family law and child protection issues.
• Supervise, support and mentor Junior Solicitors and Trainees.

Skills

Childcare Law

Care Proceedings

Child Protection

Mentoring

Education

Solicitor Qualification

Children Panel Membership

Job description

Senior Childcare Solicitor – Join a Leading Family Law Firm in Bradford

Are you an experienced Childcare Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career? A respected, multi-office law firm with an outstanding reputation in family and childcare law is seeking a Senior Childcare Solicitor to join its well-established Bradford office.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm known for its expertise in public law children matters, offering a collaborative and flexible working environment, excellent career progression and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Firm Benefits Include:

• Up to 25 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Birthday day off with a £50 voucher after 5 years’ service
• Staff referral bonus scheme
• Corporate discounts across a variety of services and retailers
• Fully funded summer and Christmas social events
• Agile and remote working options to suit your lifestyle
• Clear career development and promotion pathways in a supportive setting

About the Role:

The firm is looking for a Senior-Level Solicitor with significant experience in Care Proceedings, child protection cases and legal aid work. Children Panel membership is highly desirable, though not essential.

This is a pivotal role within the team, ideal for someone seeking both responsibility and the opportunity to mentor junior staff while continuing to develop their expertise in a specialist area of law.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a full caseload of public law childcare matters, including complex Care Proceedings
• Provide expert legal advice on sensitive family law and child protection issues
• Supervise, support and mentor Junior Solicitors and Trainees
• Build lasting client relationships, offering guidance and reassurance throughout challenging proceedings
• Represent clients in court and at key meetings with a child-focused, empathetic approach

Why Join This Leading Childcare Law Firm?

Specialist Expertise:

• Work with a team of experts in a niche, high-impact area of family law

Professional Development:

• Benefit from clear career progression, tailored training and support for further accreditation or leadership roles

Supportive Team Culture:

• Join a passionate and collaborative team committed to protecting children and supporting families

Flexible Working:

• Take advantage of remote and agile working options that promote a genuine work-life balance

Enhanced Professional Standing:

• Boost your credibility and profile by working with one of the region’s most respected names in childcare law

Attractive Salary & Perks:

• Enjoy a competitive salary plus a generous benefits package designed to support both personal and professional goals

If you're a Childcare Solicitor with the experience and ambition to make a real difference, this is an outstanding opportunity to further your career within a leading law firm.

To apply, please submit your CV via the link provided.
For more information or a confidential discussion, contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment.

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