Childcare Solicitor
PARADIGM EMPLOYMENT SERVICES LTD
Westminster, Greater London
Job type
full time
Location
Westminster, Greater London, London; England
Care / Childcare Solicitor Children Law Location: Rhondda Cynon Taff / South Wales Increase your chances of reaching the interview stage by reading the complete job description and applying promptly.
PQE: Ideally 3+ years
The Opportunity Paradigm Employment Services is recruiting an experienced Care / Childcare Solicitor to join the expanding Care & Private Children Law team of an established and highly regarded South Wales law firm.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor with experience in public and/or private children law who is looking to join a supportive, progressive practice offering high-quality work, career development and the opportunity to become part of a growing regional team.
The appointment comes as part of the firm's continued expansion across South Wales, including the development of its new Rhondda office, alongside an established presence across the wider region.
The Role You will manage a varied caseload of care proceedings and related children law matters, providing high-quality legal advice and representation to clients throughout often complex and sensitive circumstances.
Depending on your experience, your work may include:
Care proceedings and public children law matters
Private children proceedings
Child arrangements and related applications
Advising and representing parents and other family members
Advocacy and court representation
Preparing cases, applications and supporting documentation
Liaising with clients, counsel, local authorities and other professionals
Managing your own caseload effectively and meeting relevant deadlines
Maintaining excellent standards of client care, compliance and confidentiality
Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider Care and Children Law team
About You We would particularly like to hear from Solicitors who can demonstrate:
Ideally 3+ years' PQE, although relevant experience will be considered
Experience within Care, Childcare, Public Children and/or Private Children Law
Experience dealing with care proceedings
Strong advocacy and client representation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
The ability to manage a busy and varied caseload
A sensitive and empathetic approach when supporting clients
Strong organisation and attention to detail
A collaborative, team-focused approach
A genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for children and families
A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle will be required due to the nature of the role and occasional travel between offices.
What's on Offer? This is an opportunity to join a well-established South Wales practice at an exciting point in its continued growth.
The successful Solicitor can expect:
Competitive salary dependent on experience
Permanent, full-time position
Attractive benefits package
Supportive and experienced legal team
Excellent training and professional development
Opportunities for longer-term career progression
Exposure to a varied and interesting children law caseload
The opportunity to join a growing regional practice and expanding office network
Interested? If you're an experienced Care Solicitor, Childcare Solicitor or Children Law Solicitor considering your next move, we'd be very happy to have an initial confidential conversation.
You don't need to be actively job searching. If you'd simply like to understand more about the firm, team and opportunity before deciding whether to take things further, please get in touch. xkybehq
Contact: Michelle Letherby Paradigm Employment Services
All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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PQE: Ideally 3+ years
The Opportunity Paradigm Employment Services is recruiting an experienced Care / Childcare Solicitor to join the expanding Care & Private Children Law team of an established and highly regarded South Wales law firm.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor with experience in public and/or private children law who is looking to join a supportive, progressive practice offering high-quality work, career development and the opportunity to become part of a growing regional team.
The appointment comes as part of the firm's continued expansion across South Wales, including the development of its new Rhondda office, alongside an established presence across the wider region.
The Role You will manage a varied caseload of care proceedings and related children law matters, providing high-quality legal advice and representation to clients throughout often complex and sensitive circumstances.
Depending on your experience, your work may include:
Care proceedings and public children law matters
Private children proceedings
Child arrangements and related applications
Advising and representing parents and other family members
Advocacy and court representation
Preparing cases, applications and supporting documentation
Liaising with clients, counsel, local authorities and other professionals
Managing your own caseload effectively and meeting relevant deadlines
Maintaining excellent standards of client care, compliance and confidentiality
Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider Care and Children Law team
About You We would particularly like to hear from Solicitors who can demonstrate:
Ideally 3+ years' PQE, although relevant experience will be considered
Experience within Care, Childcare, Public Children and/or Private Children Law
Experience dealing with care proceedings
Strong advocacy and client representation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
The ability to manage a busy and varied caseload
A sensitive and empathetic approach when supporting clients
Strong organisation and attention to detail
A collaborative, team-focused approach
A genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for children and families
A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle will be required due to the nature of the role and occasional travel between offices.
What's on Offer? This is an opportunity to join a well-established South Wales practice at an exciting point in its continued growth.
The successful Solicitor can expect:
Competitive salary dependent on experience
Permanent, full-time position
Attractive benefits package
Supportive and experienced legal team
Excellent training and professional development
Opportunities for longer-term career progression
Exposure to a varied and interesting children law caseload
The opportunity to join a growing regional practice and expanding office network
Interested? If you're an experienced Care Solicitor, Childcare Solicitor or Children Law Solicitor considering your next move, we'd be very happy to have an initial confidential conversation.
You don't need to be actively job searching. If you'd simply like to understand more about the firm, team and opportunity before deciding whether to take things further, please get in touch. xkybehq
Contact: Michelle Letherby Paradigm Employment Services
All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.