Posted: 18 June
The role
Job Description Childcare Solicitor / Legal Executive (Children’s Panel) Location : Leicester Salary : £60,000 to £85,000 Experience : 5 years PQE (guide) Our client is looking to recruit a Childcare Solicitor / Legal Executive to join a growing childcare team based in Leicester. This is a role for someone who is passionate about representing children and delivering clear, practical advice with compassion. You will work on behalf of children across England and play a meaningful part in a team that is expanding due to continued demand. What You’ll Be Doing You will handle a varied caseload of childcare proceedings, likely to include: Care proceedings Emergency Protection Orders (EPOs) Special guardianship and adoption matters Private law applications, including rule 16.4 instructions Separate representation of competent children You will also: Provide high-quality advocacy and represent clients in hearings where appropriate Support children and families through complex and sensitive matters with empathy and professionalism Work collaboratively with guardians, social workers, experts, and other professionals involved in proceedings What We’re Looking For Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive Ideally 5 years PQE (as a guide) Children’s Panel accreditation is essential Strong advocacy experience and confidence managing complex proceedings Excellent judgement, resilience, and a calm, client-focused approach A guardian following would be welcomed Pre-Employment Checks Please note: qualified solicitors and fee earners will be DBS checked as part of the recruitment process. What’s On Offer Depending on role and level, the benefits package can include: Pension scheme with employer matching up to 4% Competitive holiday entitlement that rises with length of service Paid volunteer leave Death in service benefit (after qualifying period) paying 3 x salary Long service awards Discounted health club and gym memberships Flexible benefits (may include the option to purchase additional annual leave, health screening, and retail discounts) Salary sacrifice car scheme (including hybrid and electric vehicles) BUPA (certain positions only and upon passing probation) Group income protection (certain positions only) Working Arrangements Leicester Full-time, permanent Next Steps Apply online or send your CV to lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or call 0333 996 2882 for more information. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.
