Childcare Solicitor

Childcare Solicitor / 3-5+ PQE / Bedfordshire / £45-55K (DOE) – A strong opportunity to join a well-established and nationally recognised care team, handling complex public law children matters with excellent advocacy exposure and hybrid working – To apply please call Gemma on 020 7183 8586.

JOB TITLE: Childcare Solicitor
PQE REQUIRED: 3-5+
LOCATION: Bedfordshire
SALARY: £45-55K DOE

THE ROLE:
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Childcare Solicitor to join a well-established and Lexcel accredited firm as part of its national care team. The role will involve managing a varied caseload of public law children matters including care proceedings, interim care orders, emergency protection orders, special guardianship orders, adoption matters and private children law issues. You will be responsible for progressing your own caseload with confidence and autonomy, managing files from instruction through to conclusion. Strong advocacy experience is essential, as you will be regularly attending court and representing clients in sensitive and often complex proceedings. This is a full-time position within a friendly and supportive team environment, offering flexibility and hybrid working.

THE CANDIDATE:
The successful candidate will be a Children Panel accredited Solicitor with at least three to five years’ post-qualification experience in childcare matters. You must be confident managing your own caseload and able to hit the ground running. Strong advocacy skills, excellent IT proficiency and the ability to work effectively in a paperless environment are essential. You will demonstrate strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a professional, client-focused approach when working with vulnerable clients.

THE FIRM:
This is a respected and well-established firm with a strong reputation in childcare work. The team is approachable, collaborative and committed to delivering high standards of client service while supporting ongoing professional development.

PACKAGE:
The firm offers 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, hybrid working, an attractive salary dependent on experience, annual bonus linked to fee income targets, a monthly holiday bonus scheme, and comprehensive training and development opportunities within a supportive team.

HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Gemma at eNL on 020 7183 8586 or email gemma.jones@enllegal.co.uk with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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