Childcare Solicitor or CLE - Public and Private Law

Location: Nuneaton / Hybrid

Competitive Salary -negotiable, depending on experience

About the firm:

This well respected, traditional high street law practice has been established for over 50 years, with an enviable reputation and loyal client following.  

A progressive, forward-looking firm with a very friendly, supportive “family feel” to their working environment, they are committed to providing a high standard of personal service to their clients, backed by up-to-date resources and technology.

The firm employ around 50 staff and cover a broad range of services to individuals and businesses alike. They ensure continued training and development of all employees to gain additional qualifications and further their careers. Their mission is very much to nurture and invest in their employees’ career progression, so they grow with the business.  

What you’ll be doing:

The role will involve:

Managing your own caseload of childcare proceedings from instruction, pre-proceedings to final outcome
Supporting colleagues with their caseloads
Liaising with clients, courts, children’s services and third-party professionals 
Advising clients on child protection plans, special guardianship and adoption orders
Preparing court bundles, briefs to counsel and legal documents
Preparing for hearings and undertaking own advocacy
Dealing with special guardianship orders, child arrangements, public law and ordersWho we’re looking for:

This role would suit someone with 3 years’+ PQE who is looking for stability and excellent prospects for career advancement in a supportive environment. Salary will reflect level of experience.

Suitable candidates will have:

Fully qualified solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive status
Experience of handling a caseload of childcare matters
Excellent communication skills
A sound knowledge of all aspects of the Children Act 1989  
Competent in using CCMS legal aid systemWhat’s on offer:

This is a full-time permanent job which is office based, although flexibility can be accommodated as and when needed. Hours of work are 9am to 5.15pm Monday to Friday with an hour for lunch.

Benefits include:

Free onsite parking
Flexible and hybrid working considered 
20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
Your birthday off
Additional paid leave over the Christmas shut down period
Excellent career prospects
Highly competitive salary 
Company-wide social events Note: A competitive salary is offered which will be commensurate with PQE. The information above is correct to the best of our knowledge. 

For more information, please contact Tracey at Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment

About Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment

Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment is a family-run, boutique recruitment agency specialising in legal professional and legal support jobs throughout Coventry and Warwickshire, Birmingham and the Midlands.

We offer a tailored service, to find the right role and the right cultural fit for our candidates, and rest assured we will never forward your CV to any firm without first gaining your consent.

About Your Consultant

Tracey is the Owner and Managing Director of Talentwise Solutions Legal Recruitment, where her focus is on offering a prestigious, consultative, open, and honest service – the way she believes recruitment should be! 

Tracey’s passion for recruitment in the legal sector goes back over thirty years, and today it’s stronger than ever. Tracey prides herself on her personalised approach to recruiting and will be on hand to guide you through every stage of the process from initial application through to job offer. You know your career is in great hands with Tracey’s experience and expertise.

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