Childcare Solicitor | Leicester | Private Healthcare |
A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experienced Panel Accredited Childcare Solicitor to join a well-established and highly respected regional law firm in their Leicester office. This role would suit a dedicated individual with a passion for publicly funded family law and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families.
You will join a respected and supportive team and handle a varied caseload of childcare matters and playing a key role in delivering high-quality legal services.
The Role
- Manage a caseload of public children law matters, including care proceedings
- Represent clients at court and attend hearings as required
- Provide clear, empathetic advice to vulnerable clients
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals
- Contribute to the continued development and success of the team
About You
- Qualified Solicitor with strong experience in childcare law
- Must be a member of the Children Panel
- Confident advocate with experience handling care proceedings
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage a busy caseload
- Excellent client care and communication skills
- A team-oriented approach with a commitment to high standards
Benefits
- 26 days holiday (rising to 28 days with service)
- Additional leave allocated over the Christmas closure
- Life assurance (3x salary)
- Private healthcare (BUPA)
- Matched pension contributions up to 4%
- 1 paid volunteering day per year
- Annual staff recognition awards
- Additional voluntary benefits
- Enhanced packages available for Junior Partner-level candidates
If you are interested in this Childcare Solicitor role in Leicester, please get in touch with Vicky Cavendish on 0113 236 6713 to find out more, or, if you have a CV to hand, please submit it for review.
This position is able to offer a range of salaries as the client has flexibility as to the level of skills and PQE required. The actual salary offered to the successful candidate will reflect their specific experience, skills and level of PQE.