At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a childcare team, manage cases, and develop strong local relationships.
- Company: Established regional practice with a supportive and friendly environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, leadership opportunity, and support for professional accreditation.
- Other info: Open to senior candidates; diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Why this job: Shape the future of childcare law while making a real difference in the community.
- Qualifications: 3+ years PQE in childcare law and strong advocacy skills.
A well established regional practice is seeking a Children Law Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join and lead its childcare team in Exeter. This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to take ownership of a department, rebuild and grow the childcare offering, and play a key role in shaping the future of the team.
The firm is open to considering candidates already on the Children Panel or those keen to work towards accreditation with full support.
The Role
- Managing a caseload of public law children matters
- Acting on care proceedings, supervision orders and related applications
- Handling Guardian work and liaising with CAFCASS
- Representing parents, children and extended family members
- Leading and developing the childcare offering
- Supervising junior colleagues and contributing to team structure
- Driving business development and building strong local relationships
- Working closely with the wider family team to ensure continuity of service
Candidate Requirements
- 3+ years' PQE in childcare / public law children matters
- Children Panel membership or a strong desire to obtain accreditation
- Confidence handling care proceedings and complex public law matters
- Strong advocacy skills and ability to work independently
- Ambition to lead, develop and grow a department
- Excellent communication skills and a calm, supportive approach
- Desire to build long term relationships within the local community
The firm is open to considering more senior candidates up to Managing Associate level.
Benefits
- Salary between 55,000 and 80,000, depending on experience
- Genuine leadership opportunity
- Support for Children Panel accreditation
- Friendly, close knit and supportive working environment
- Strong local reputation and established client base
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
Locations
Children Law Solicitor - 3+ Years PQE - Exeter employer: Chadwick Nott
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