Panel solicitor

Realm Recruit; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

26 days holiday + your birthday off

Medicash health plan

Standard pension contribution

Support for achieving panel membership

Hybrid working model

Job summary

A leading legal practice in Manchester is looking for a panel-accredited childcare solicitor. The role offers the chance to manage a live caseload, provide supervision to junior staff, and lead in building professional relationships. Candidates should exhibit strong communication skills and leadership potential. This position includes a competitive salary, 26 days holiday, and a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Panel-accredited childcare solicitor is essential.
• Experience managing public law children matters, parent and guardian work.
• Supportive, approachable and collaborative mindset.
• Leadership potential or aspirations for HOD/regional director.
• Supportive, approachable and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow an existing caseload from day one.
• Provide guidance and supervision to junior staff.
• Build relationships with guardians and other professionals.
• Represent clients in court and ensure excellent client care.
• Work flexibly from either the Manchester or Blackburn office.

Skills

Panel-accredited childcare solicitor

Strong communication skills

Business development skills

Leadership potential

Supervisory experience

Job description

• Step into a senior role with immediate access to an existing caseload
• Progress toward Head of Department or Regional Director status
• Thrive in a no-ego, down-to-earth team with real opportunities for growth

Are you a panel-accredited solicitor ready to step into a high-impact role with room to grow?

You’ll inherit a live caseload and play a key part in shaping the regional childcare team. With a supportive culture, collaborative targets, and structured career progression, this is a standout opportunity to take ownership of your work while being backed by an experienced and growing national practice.

If you’re ambitious, people-focused and eager to make a difference, this is the move for you.

Who we’re looking for

• Panel-accredited childcare solicitor (essential)
• Experience managing public law children matters, parent and guardian work
• Strong communication and BD skills
• Leadership potential or aspirations to progress into HOD/regional director role
• Supportive, approachable and collaborative
• Supervisory experience a bonus but not essential

What you’ll be doing

• Manage and grow an existing caseload from day one
• Provide guidance and supervision to junior staff, including a trainee
• Build relationships with guardians and other professionals
• Represent clients in court and ensure excellent client care
• Work flexibly from either the Manchester or Blackburn office

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• 26 days holiday + your birthday off (after 1 year)
• Medicash health plan
• Standard pension contribution
• Structured appraisals and support to achieve panel membership or promotion
• Hybrid working: 3 days office, 2 from home (adaptable to court and client needs)
• Supportive culture – no hierarchy, mutual respect across all teams
• Inclusive celebrations

Want to play a key part in shaping the future of a growing childcare law team in Manchester? Get in touch for a confidential chat.

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📞 03300 245 606