Panel Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in Manchester is seeking a Panel-accredited Care Solicitor to join their dedicated team. This role emphasizes work-life balance, professional development, and offers significant career progression opportunities. The firm values inclusivity and supports a collaborative environment, allowing solicitors to make a meaningful impact in child care law.

Benefits

Top-of-market salary

2 days working from home

Career progression opportunities

Inclusive culture

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Proactive solicitor with experience in child care law.
• Ability to manage a caseload and develop it further.

Responsibilities

• Manage an existing caseload with guidance.
• Develop business and client relationships.

Skills

Business development

Networking

Supervision

Communication

Job description

Job Opportunity: Panel-accredited Care Solicitor in Manchester

A highly respected firm with a national presence is seeking a Panel-accredited Care Solicitor to lead their dedicated team in Manchester. Our client is renowned for their commitment to excellence and a supportive environment that nurtures professional growth.

Benefits include:

1. Earn a top-of-market salary
2. Firm on an exciting upward trajectory with significant nationwide growth
3. Embrace a healthy work-life balance with 2 days working from home
4. Genuine career progression with structured pathways and internal promotion focus
5. Inclusive culture celebrating diversity with team events and wellbeing initiatives

Role overview:

This permanent role offers not just financial rewards but a balanced and flexible working lifestyle. The firm is keen to accommodate your scheduling needs around court and client responsibilities, emphasizing work-life balance.

In this role, you will manage an existing caseload with guidance but will also be encouraged to develop it further, demonstrating your ability to take ownership and succeed. Professional development is prioritized, with clear progression routes and regular appraisals to support your career growth.

You should be a proactive solicitor with experience in child care law, including work with parents and guardians. Business development skills, networking ability, and effective supervision are essential. You are professional yet approachable, capable of communicating effectively at all levels.

The firm maintains a close-knit team ethos despite expanding nationally and values an inclusive culture. They operate in a competitive legal landscape but stand out for their compassionate approach, allowing you to make a meaningful difference.

If you are eager to contribute to a dedicated team and thrive in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment, this role offers significant personal and career development opportunities.

How to apply for this role

If interested, apply via this website by clicking ‘Apply’ or contact Michaela Baddeley at Realm Recruit for more information or to register your interest.

Michaela is an Associate Consultant specialising in family law recruitment across Merseyside, Lancashire, and Cheshire West, recruiting roles from paralegal to partner. She can assist family solicitors seeking their next career move.

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