Child Care Solicitor

Overview

As a Senior Child Care Solicitor in Manchester, you will lead high-quality Children Act and adoption matters within a growing care team. You will manage and expand client relationships while driving business development to support firm growth. You’ll apply advocacy skills to court proceedings and represent a diverse client base, balancing targets with superior client care. This role offers hybrid working, generous leave, and a supportive environment focused on developing your practice. You’ll contribute to a national footprint while delivering specialist childcare expertise that shapes outcomes for families.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working arrangements
• generous annual leave
• competitive salary
• supportive working environment
• professional development focus

Responsibilities

• Handle legally aided and privately funded Children Act and adoption matters
• Actively manage and develop client relationships
• Engage in business development and growth of the firm
• Undertake advocacy when appropriate

Key requirements

• 8+ years post-qualification experience
• Advocacy experience
• Familiarity with family law court procedures
• Commitment to teamwork
• Ability to work to targets and deadlines
• Manage a high-quality, diverse caseload

• teamwork
• client care
• communication
• advocacy
• family law court procedures
• child care / Children Act matters

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