Central London - Hybrid Working - £50,000-£60,000 + Bonus & Excellent Benefits
A highly regarded Legal 500-ranked family law team is looking to recruit an ambitious Childcare Solicitor with 2+ years' PQE to join its growing team in central London.
This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to develop their career within a respected specialist team, working alongside experienced practitioners on a high-quality and varied caseload.
The Role
You will manage your own caseload of publicly and privately funded childcare matters, advising and representing clients throughout proceedings. You will have exposure to a broad range of complex and interesting cases, with excellent opportunities for professional development and progression.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing a caseload of childcare matters from inception through to conclusion.
- Advising parents, family members and other relevant parties.
- Conducting advocacy at hearings where appropriate.
- Preparing statements, applications, instructions and other legal documentation.
- Working closely with counsel, social workers, experts and other professionals.
- Providing clear, empathetic and commercially aware legal advice to clients.
- Contributing to the continued growth and reputation of the team.
About You
Oculus Legal Group are looking for a Childcare Solicitor with at least 2 years' PQE who has solid experience handling care proceedings and related children matters.
You will ideally have:
- 2+ years' PQE with demonstrable childcare experience.
- Strong knowledge of children proceedings.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- A client-focused and empathetic approach.
- The ability to manage a busy caseload effectively and work independently.
- A genuine interest in developing your career within a leading family law practice.
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary of £50,000-£55,000, depending on experience.
- Performance-related bonus.
- Hybrid working and a flexible approach to working arrangements.
- The opportunity to join a Legal 500-ranked team.
- Excellent quality and variety of work.
- Strong opportunities for career progression and development.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Central London office location.
- The opportunity to work alongside highly experienced family and childcare Solicitors.
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