Solicitor – Public Law & Human Rights – Cardiff – 2+ Years PQE – Cardiff

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement 25 days + bank

Pension scheme

Volunteer days

Wellbeing support

Hybrid working

Diversity networks

Pro bono & social responsibility

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is pleased to advertise a Solicitor role in Cardiff for Public Law & Human Rights with 2+ PQE. The role offers permanent, full-time with hybrid flexibility and a salary of £45,000–£55,000 depending on experience.

You will manage your own caseload, supervise juniors, advise on care and best interests decisions, and help grow the department while safeguarding the rights of vulnerable clients. The firm seeks a solicitor with strong public law experience, Cardiff ties, resilience, and

Qualifications

• 2+ years PQE in public law, human rights, or Court of Protection welfare matters
• Demonstrates resilience under pressure
• Independent yet collaborative
• Committed to securing justice for vulnerable clients
• Cardiff or South Wales connection

Responsibilities

• Representing clients in disputes over medical treatment
• Advising on residence and care arrangements
• Handling best interests decisions
• Supporting Partners and senior colleagues on complex matters
• Building relationships with organisations to strengthen client services
• Contributing to the team’s established reputation and growth

Skills

Public Law

Human Rights

Court of Protection

Job description

Solicitor - Public Law & Human Rights - Cardiff - 2+ Years PQE
Location: Cardiff
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)
Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 (depending on experience)

A respected national law firm is seeking a Solicitor with 2+ years PQE and experience in Court of Protection welfare law to join its Public Law & Human Rights team in Cardiff. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives, safeguarding the rights of vulnerable individuals and ensuring their voices are heard in complex decisions about health, care, and personal welfare.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing your own caseload, supervising junior colleagues, and contributing to the continued growth and reputation of a nationally recognised department. Key responsibilities include:

• Representing clients in disputes over medical treatment
• Advising on residence and care arrangements
• Handling best interests decisions
• Supporting Partners and senior colleagues on complex matters
• Building relationships with organisations and groups to strengthen client services
• Contributing to the team’s established reputation and growth

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor who:

• Has 2+ years PQE in public law, human rights, or Court of Protection welfare matters
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for this area of law and resilience under pressure
• Can work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
• Is committed to securing justice and achieving the best outcomes for clients
• Has a connection to Cardiff or South Wales
• Shows empathy, professionalism, and integrity when working directly with vulnerable clients

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with option to buy up to 35 extra hours)
• Generous and flexible pension schemes
• Two fully paid volunteering days per year
• Westfield Health membership and Aviva Digital GP services
• Wide range of wellbeing initiatives, including the Flexible by Choice hybrid working programme
• Recognition as one of the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing (Large Organisations) 2024
• Inclusive workplace culture with established diversity and inclusion networks
• Commitment to social responsibility, community investment, tackling climate change, and pro bono work

This employer is an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic.

We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.

Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £45000 - £55000 per annum
Location: Cardiff,