Full job descriptionAre you an experienced and talented Children’s Panel Accredited Solicitor based in or around the Essex or East London area? Are you considering your next career move? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity to work for an established Legal 500 firm that has a strong team ethos and offers flexible working and excellent career opportunities. This role is both challenging and rewarding and requires legal expertise, compassion and confidence in complex Child Law cases. Panel membership is essential for this role!


Duties involve: -
*Running your own caseload of public children law cases, supporting and advising parents and family members through some of their toughest moments ever
*Dealing with allegations of drug and alcohol abuse, domestic and sexual abuse non-accidental injuries, inappropriate physical chastisement, mental health difficulties, learning difficulties and more
*Drafting legal documents and Case Management
*Handle Legal Aid applications
*Undertake your own advocacy
*Deliver outstanding client care with empathy and professionalism
*Work towards achievable fee earner targets whilst making a genuine impact


What You will need: -
*To be qualified as a Solicitor in England & Wales with strong background in Child Law
*To be a member of the Children’s Panel (Children Law Accreditation Scheme)
*Have experience in care proceedings
*Advocacy and case management skills
*A good understanding of Legal Aid processes and compliance requirements
*Ability to manage a busy caseload without losing attention to detail
*To bring compassion, warmth, resilience and professionalism to client relationships
*A guardian following would be beneficial


What’s on offer: -
Negotiable salary DOE, flexibility of home / office working, 24 days holiday which rises with service, a Law Society award winning development programme providing structure for excellent career progression opportunities, exposure to the best quality work, a supportive working environment, support to improve staff wellbeing, admin and paralegal support, performance based bonus structure, loyalty holiday, workplace pension scheme, discounted legal services, travel schemes / season ticket and parking loans, free eye tests / voucher scheme and various staff events, gatherings and social events.
Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm – Flexibility is a must.


Are you ready for Your next career move?
If so, apply now if you have the relevant skills and experience for this challenging and rewarding role.