Child Care Solicitor (2+ PQE) - #2097355

Child Care Solicitor (2+ PQE)

Location: North West (Greater Manchester, Blackburn & Lancashire) / Hybrid
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and PQE
Hours: 35 hours per week

About the Role

MPJ Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a leading national law firm renowned for its supportive culture, flexible working and excellent career development opportunities.

Due to continued growth, our client is looking to appoint an experienced Child Care Solicitor to join their expanding North West team. This role offers the opportunity to manage a varied caseload of publicly funded Child Care matters while working alongside an experienced and collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of public and private Child Care matters, including care proceedings, adoption and Special Guardianship Orders.
• Provide high-quality legal advice and representation to legally aided clients.
• Undertake advocacy where appropriate.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through excellent communication and client care.
• Prepare legal documents, court applications and correspondence.
• Conduct legal research and ensure files remain compliant and up to date.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver outstanding client service.
• Contribute to the continued success and growth of the department.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales.
• A minimum of 2 years' PQE within Child Care or Family Law.
• Experience managing your own caseload of publicly funded matters.
• Strong advocacy and court experience.
• Excellent communication, organisation and client care skills.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team.

Desirable:

• Children Law Accreditation.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior colleagues.
• Experience working towards departmental performance targets.

What's on Offer

• 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Your birthday off after one year's service.
• Hybrid and flexible working.
• Company pension.
• Medicash Health Plan.
• Performance bonus opportunities.
• Ongoing training and career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

If you're an experienced Child Care Solicitor looking to join a progressive national law firm that genuinely invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today!