Family Solicitor- Children Law, 3+ PQE, circa £45,000 - £60,000 DOE London - Leading nationally recognised Family Department offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced Children Law Solicitor to develop their career within a highly regarded team.
THE ROLE:
The successful candidate will undertake a varied caseload of public and private children matters, as well as domestic abuse work, acting for both legally aided and privately funded clients. You will undertake advocacy on your own cases and provide advocacy support for colleagues where required. The role will also involve keeping up to date with legal developments, particularly within your specialist area, and ensuring that departmental practices and procedures comply with Legal Aid Agency, Lexcel and firm standards.
THE CANDIDATE:
The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years’ PQE and solid experience in Children Law, with the ability to undertake a mix of public and private children and domestic abuse work. Advocacy experience, preferably at all levels of court, is essential. You will have experience working within the Legal Aid Agency’s CCMS system and contract requirements, together with excellent communication, problem solving and legal research skills. The ability to prioritise effectively, work under pressure and meet targets is essential.
THE FIRM:
This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading law firm with a nationally recognised Family Department and an established team of enthusiastic professionals who are committed to developing the department and its client base.
THE PACKAGE:
The role offers 25 days’ holiday, increasing to 28 days after three years and 30 days after five years, plus a birthday day off, bonus scheme, career development programme, Cycle to Work scheme, Health Cashback Plan, long-service awards and a range of wellbeing initiatives.
At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
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Family Solicitor - Children Law employer: eNL Legal
Join a well-established Family team in Brighton, where you will find a supportive and collaborative work culture that values diversity and inclusion. As a Legal Secretary, you will have the opportunity to develop your career in legal support while enjoying competitive salary packages and comprehensive benefits. This role not only offers meaningful work but also fosters professional growth through ongoing training and mentorship within a friendly environment.
