Childcare Solicitor

Manchester – £46,000

Child Care Solicitor – 3 Years PQE
Location: Manchester / Hybrid
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + Excellent Benefits
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and passionate Child Care Solicitor to join a leading family law team. This is a chance to become part of a respected firm that provides high-quality legal support in both public and private children matters, with a strong reputation in advocacy and client care.
  
The Role:
You’ll play a key role within the Child Care department, handling a diverse and challenging caseload while also contributing to the growth and development of the team. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Managing your own caseload of child care matters, including public law children proceedings, child protection issues, adoption, special guardianship, and child abduction cases.
• Undertaking your own advocacy where appropriate.
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers, trainees, and caseworkers, ensuring caseloads are appropriately managed and deadlines met.
• Providing technical guidance and support to team members on complex matters.
• Contributing to the delivery of training and continued professional development within the department.
• Engaging in business development activities and promoting the firm’s family services through marketing and networking initiatives.
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What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Solicitor with between NQ and 3 years’ PQE in Child Care Law.
• Solid experience handling both public and private children law matters.
• Previous supervisory experience is highly desirable, as is a strong understanding of performance management and key performance indicators.
• Confident advocate with experience representing clients in court (preferred but not essential).
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a calm and professional approach to working with vulnerable clients.
• Strong organisational and document management abilities, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Commercially aware and proactive in seeking out new business opportunities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with legal case management systems.
• A valid, clean practising certificate is essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and compassionate Child Care Solicitor to join a supportive and forward-thinking firm. If you're looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and families while growing your legal career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or send your CV to ashley@douglas-scott.co.uk, or call 07537 156 394 for a confidential conversation.