Childcare Solicitor
Leicestershire – £68,000 - £75,000
Children Panel SolicitorLEICESTER
�� £68,000 - £75,000
�� Full-Time, Permanent
We’re recruiting on behalf of a top Legal 500 firm known for its excellence in legal aid and family law. This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior role within a nationally recognised Child Care team.
The Role
- Lead and supervise a team handling complex public/private law children cases
- Manage your own caseload and undertake advocacy in Family Courts
- Drive departmental growth and support strategic initiatives
- Qualified solicitor with a valid SRA practising certificate
- 5+ years’ experience in child care law (public & private law)
- Strong leadership and team supervision skills
- Family Court advocacy experience under legal aid
- Children Panel Accreditation is essential
- Competitive salary (£68K - £75K)
- Supportive culture with real career progression
- Flexible, nationwide working opportunities
- allow 2 days working from home
Chris Hodgson is a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment with over nine years of experience. He joined in 2015, working with clients across the Midlands, representing candidates from qualified solicitors to legal support staff. Chris has completed a Professional Marketing Course and enjoys travelling. Outside of work, he’s an adventure enthusiast, having experienced extreme activities like skydiving and bungee jumping in New Zealand.
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Children Law
- Type: Solicitor / FILEX
- Salary: £68,000 - £75,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: Leicestershire
- Reference: 1239964
