Child Care Solicitor – Greater London

The Role

• Handle all aspects of Child Care work.

• Represent parents, grandparents, and other family members, with potential for Children Panel accreditation.

• Manage and supervise paralegals to ensure effective caseload management.

• Undertake your own advocacy where possible or work towards this.

• Maintain high standards of case management and compliance with legal aid protocols.

• Collaborate with the firm’s leadership to shape departmental strategy and meet performance targets.

About You

• Proven experience managing care proceedings and representing clients in sensitive and challenging cases.

• Strong advocacy skills.

• In-depth knowledge of funded Child Care work and Legal Aid requirements.

• Meticulous organisation and ability to meet multiple priorities to tight deadlines.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• IT proficiency and case management system experience.

• Ability to develop strong, collaborative relationships with clients, colleagues, and referrers.

• Proactive problem solver with a friendly, self-motivated, and confident approach.

• Team-focused mindset and passion for supporting clients empathetically.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

• Competitive bonus scheme.

• Employer contribution pension scheme.

• Death in service benefit.

• Hybrid working after a probationary period.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and birthday leave.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Why This Role

Work in a supportive environment with opportunities for career progression and professional development.