At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team handling all aspects of childcare law and advocacy.
- Company: Leading Legal 500 firm with a strong reputation and supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, hybrid working, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Modern, paperless environment with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while advancing your legal career.
- Qualifications: 3+ years PQE as a Children Panel Solicitor or Legal Executive.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Are you a 3-year PQE+ Children Panel Solicitor or Legal Executive seeking a new opportunity with a leading Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners ranked Firm? The firm offers hybrid working, generous annual leave which increases with service and excellent ongoing training and career development.
Our client is seeking a Children Panel Lawyer to join their recently merged offices Childcare Department. You will demonstrate a genuine passion for publicly funded work along with strong advocacy skills and will be working with a number of members of the Law Society Children's Panel and Family Panel Resolution accredited specialists. The team represent parents, guardians, children, adopters, foster carers, kinship carers and advise on all matters of child care law. Hybrid working opportunities will be available, the Firm is paperless so IT proficiency is imperative.
Responsibilities
- A Children Panel member with at least 3 years PQE
- Undertake all aspects of childcare work
- Undertake advocacy
- Undertake a variety of work including public law, child protection, SGO and adoption matters
- Advising and assisting other team members and encouraging development
- Confidence to work independently as well as in a team and to prioritise workloads accordingly
- Excellent client care skills
Benefits
- Competitive salary and bonus structure
- Generous annual leave (25 days + bank holidays and office closure over Christmas/New Year), increasing with service
- Hybrid working opportunities
- A friendly working environment supported by modern IT infrastructure
- Ongoing training and career development within a nationally respected firm
About the Firm
With a rich history spanning two decades, the Firm is acknowledged in both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners rankings along with being recognised in the Times Best Law Firms for 2023 and 2024. With a dedicated team of over 200 staff with offices nationwide, the Firm is committed to servicing clients in both privately and publicly funded legal matters. Building partnerships based on trust, ensuring clients receive the support they need during challenging times with an ethos of continuous improvement.
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Join a leading Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners ranked firm in London, where you will thrive in a supportive and friendly environment that champions ongoing training and career development. With hybrid working options, generous annual leave that increases with service, and a commitment to a paperless office, this firm not only values your professional growth but also prioritises work-life balance, making it an excellent employer for passionate Children Panel Lawyers.
