Childcare Solicitor (Children’s Panel)

Job Description

Salary: Competitive

Childcare Solicitor – Children’s Panel - Birmingham - 5+ Years’ PQE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Childcare Solicitor to join a well-established law firm based in Birmingham.

The firm is looking to recruit a Children’s Panel accredited Solicitor with a strong background in publicly funded childcare work. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner looking to join a busy team and handle a varied caseload of complex and rewarding children matters.

The successful candidate will have experience representing parents and/or children in public law proceedings, together with the ability to manage cases independently and provide sensitive, practical advice to clients facing challenging circumstances.

THE ROLE:

You will handle a varied caseload of childcare matters, including care proceedings, emergency protection orders, supervision orders and other public law children matters. You will represent clients throughout proceedings, prepare cases for court hearings and work closely with counsel, social workers and other professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes.

THE CANDIDATE:

Applications are invited from Solicitors with a minimum of 5 years’ PQE who are based in Birmingham and are accredited members of the Law Society’s Children Panel.

You will have strong experience in publicly funded childcare work, excellent advocacy and case management skills, and the ability to manage a demanding caseload while maintaining a high standard of client care.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Children’s Panel Solicitor to join an established Birmingham practice and continue to develop their expertise within a supportive and busy team.

If you are an experienced Childcare Solicitor looking for your next move in Birmingham, we would welcome a confidential discussion.

YOUR NEXT STEP:

If you’re considering a move and would welcome a confidential conversation about this opportunity, Penny Trotman at eNL would be delighted to hear from you.

Telephone: 0121 454 1004

Email: penny.trotman@enllegal.co.uk

Please submit your CV by email or call directly to discuss the role in confidence.

CANDIDATE CARE:

eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications within 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that advertised PQE and salary levels are intended as a guide only.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION:

At eNL, we value diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

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