Are you a 3-year PQE+ Children Panel Solicitor or Legal Executive seeking a new opportunity with a leading Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners ranked Firm? The firm offer hybrid working, generous annual leave which increases with service and excellent ongoing training and career development. Our client is seeking a Children Panel Lawyer to join there recently merged offices Childcare Department. You will demonstrate a genuine passion for publicly funded work along with strong advocacy skills and will be working with a number of members of the Law Society Children's Panel and Family Panel Resolution accredited specialists. The team represent parents, Guardians children, adopters, foster carers, kinship carers and advise on all matters of child care law. Hybrid working opportunities will be available, the Firm is paperless so IT proficiency is imperative. What will be expected from you for the Children Panel Lawyer role: A Children Panel member with at least 3 years PQE Undertake all aspects of childcare work Undertake advocacy Undertake a variety of work including public law, child protection, SGO and adoption matters Advising and assisting other team members and encouraging development Confidence to work independently as well as in a team and to prioritise workloads accordingly Excellent client care skills Benefits: Competitive salary and bonus structure Generous annual leave (25 days + bank holidays and office closure over Christmas/New Year), increasing with service Hybrid working opportunities A friendly working environment supported by modern IT infrastructure Ongoing training and career development within a nationally respected firm The Firm: With a rich history spanning two decades, the Firm is acknowledged in both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners rankings along with being recognised in the Times Best Law Firms for 2023 and 2024. With a dedicated team of over 200 staff with offices nationwide, the Firm is committed to servicing clients in both privately and publicly funded legal matters. Building partnerships based on trust, ensuring clients receive the support they need during challenging times with an ethos of continuous improvement. If you're a Children Panel Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Mia at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 36838. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Are you a 3-year PQE+ Children Panel Solicitor or Legal Executive seeking a new opportunity with a leading Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners ranked Firm? The firm offer hybrid working, generous annual leave which increases with service and excellent ongoing training and career development. Our client is seeking a Children Panel Lawyer to join there recently merged offices Childcare Department. You will demonstrate a genuine passion for publicly funded work along with strong advocacy skills and will be working with a number of members of the Law Society Children's Panel and Family Panel Resolution accredited specialists. The team represent parents, Guardians children, adopters, foster carers, kinship carers and advise on all matters of child care law. Hybrid working opportunities will be available, the Firm is paperless so IT proficiency is imperative. What will be expected from you for the Children Panel Lawyer role: A Children Panel member with at least 3 years PQE Undertake all aspects of childcare work Undertake advocacy Undertake a variety of work including public law, child protection, SGO and adoption matters Advising and assisting other team members and encouraging development Confidence to work independently as well as in a team and to prioritise workloads accordingly Excellent client care skills Benefits: Competitive salary and bonus structure Generous annual leave (25 days + bank holidays and office closure over Christmas/New Year), increasing with service Hybrid working opportunities A friendly working environment supported by modern IT infrastructure Ongoing training and career development within a nationally respected firm The Firm: With a rich history spanning two decades, the Firm is acknowledged in both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners rankings along with being recognised in the Times Best Law Firms for 2023 and 2024. With a dedicated team of over 200 staff with offices nationwide, the Firm is committed to servicing clients in both privately and publicly funded legal matters. Building partnerships based on trust, ensuring clients receive the support they need during challenging times with an ethos of continuous improvement. If you're a Children Panel Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Mia at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 36838. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003
Head of Childcare Department (Senior Solicitor) Location: Coventry, West Midlands Salary: Competitive + Leadership Package + Bonus Opportunities Contract: Full-Time, Permanent About the Opportunity An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Childcare Solicitor to lead and develop a well-established Childcare Department within a nationally recognised law firm. This role offers the chance to join a growing and ambitious practice with a strong reputation for excellence in publicly funded family and childcare work. The firm is recognised by leading independent legal directories and has developed a reputation for delivering outstanding client care, high-quality legal services and meaningful career progression opportunities. The childcare team has experienced significant growth in recent years and continues to invest heavily in its people, infrastructure and regional presence. The successful candidate will play a key strategic role in establishing and leading the Coventry Childcare Department, driving growth, supervising and mentoring lawyers, and maintaining the highest standards of client service and legal excellence. The Role As Head of Department, you will: Lead and manage a busy Childcare and Public Law Children team. Conduct your own caseload of complex childcare matters, including: Care Proceedings Supervision Orders Emergency Protection Orders Special Guardianship Orders Adoption Proceedings Deprivation of Liberty matters Cases involving non-accidental injuries, abuse, neglect and safeguarding concerns. Develop and implement the department's strategic growth plans. Recruit, supervise and mentor solicitors, legal executives, trainees and support staff. Maintain compliance with Legal Aid Agency requirements and professional standards. Build and strengthen relationships with local authorities, guardians, barristers and other stakeholders. Contribute to business development, networking and profile-raising activities across the region. Work closely with senior management on departmental performance, budgeting and growth initiatives. About You We are seeking an ambitious and commercially aware leader who combines technical excellence with a genuine passion for childcare law. You will ideally possess: A minimum of 8 years' PQE in Childcare/Public Law Children work. Law Society Children Panel Accreditation (essential). Significant advocacy and case management experience. Experience supervising and mentoring junior lawyers. A proven track record of managing complex and sensitive childcare matters. Strong leadership, organisational and business development skills. Excellent client care and communication abilities. A desire to build and lead a successful regional team. What We Offer The opportunity to lead and shape a department with genuine autonomy. A strong pipeline of publicly funded childcare work. Access to an established national network of specialist family and childcare lawyers. High-quality administrative and management support. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Clear career progression at senior leadership level. Competitive salary and benefits package. Ongoing professional development and leadership training. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to join a progressive, people-focused law firm that combines the resources and reputation of a national practice with the culture and accessibility of a regional firm. The organisation is recognised for its expertise in family and childcare law, commitment to legal aid work, and investment in the growth of its lawyers and departments. The firm has received recognition from both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners and continues to expand its childcare offering across England. If you are an experienced Childcare Solicitor looking for the opportunity to lead, influence strategy and build a thriving department within a highly regarded firm, please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Head of Childcare Department (Senior Solicitor) Location: Coventry, West Midlands Salary: Competitive + Leadership Package + Bonus Opportunities Contract: Full-Time, Permanent About the Opportunity An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Childcare Solicitor to lead and develop a well-established Childcare Department within a nationally recognised law firm. This role offers the chance to join a growing and ambitious practice with a strong reputation for excellence in publicly funded family and childcare work. The firm is recognised by leading independent legal directories and has developed a reputation for delivering outstanding client care, high-quality legal services and meaningful career progression opportunities. The childcare team has experienced significant growth in recent years and continues to invest heavily in its people, infrastructure and regional presence. The successful candidate will play a key strategic role in establishing and leading the Coventry Childcare Department, driving growth, supervising and mentoring lawyers, and maintaining the highest standards of client service and legal excellence. The Role As Head of Department, you will: Lead and manage a busy Childcare and Public Law Children team. Conduct your own caseload of complex childcare matters, including: Care Proceedings Supervision Orders Emergency Protection Orders Special Guardianship Orders Adoption Proceedings Deprivation of Liberty matters Cases involving non-accidental injuries, abuse, neglect and safeguarding concerns. Develop and implement the department's strategic growth plans. Recruit, supervise and mentor solicitors, legal executives, trainees and support staff. Maintain compliance with Legal Aid Agency requirements and professional standards. Build and strengthen relationships with local authorities, guardians, barristers and other stakeholders. Contribute to business development, networking and profile-raising activities across the region. Work closely with senior management on departmental performance, budgeting and growth initiatives. About You We are seeking an ambitious and commercially aware leader who combines technical excellence with a genuine passion for childcare law. You will ideally possess: A minimum of 8 years' PQE in Childcare/Public Law Children work. Law Society Children Panel Accreditation (essential). Significant advocacy and case management experience. Experience supervising and mentoring junior lawyers. A proven track record of managing complex and sensitive childcare matters. Strong leadership, organisational and business development skills. Excellent client care and communication abilities. A desire to build and lead a successful regional team. What We Offer The opportunity to lead and shape a department with genuine autonomy. A strong pipeline of publicly funded childcare work. Access to an established national network of specialist family and childcare lawyers. High-quality administrative and management support. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Clear career progression at senior leadership level. Competitive salary and benefits package. Ongoing professional development and leadership training. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to join a progressive, people-focused law firm that combines the resources and reputation of a national practice with the culture and accessibility of a regional firm. The organisation is recognised for its expertise in family and childcare law, commitment to legal aid work, and investment in the growth of its lawyers and departments. The firm has received recognition from both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners and continues to expand its childcare offering across England. If you are an experienced Childcare Solicitor looking for the opportunity to lead, influence strategy and build a thriving department within a highly regarded firm, please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.
Head of Childcare Department (Senior Solicitor) Location: Coventry, West Midlands Salary: Competitive + Leadership Package + Bonus Opportunities Contract: Full-Time, Permanent About the Opportunity An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Childcare Solicitor to lead and develop a well-established Childcare Department within a nationally recognised law firm. This role offers the chance to join a growing and ambitious practice with a strong reputation for excellence in publicly funded family and childcare work. The firm is recognised by leading independent legal directories and has developed a reputation for delivering outstanding client care, high-quality legal services and meaningful career progression opportunities. The childcare team has experienced significant growth in recent years and continues to invest heavily in its people, infrastructure and regional presence. The successful candidate will play a key strategic role in establishing and leading the Coventry Childcare Department, driving growth, supervising and mentoring lawyers, and maintaining the highest standards of client service and legal excellence. The Role As Head of Department, you will: Lead and manage a busy Childcare and Public Law Children team. Conduct your own caseload of complex childcare matters, including: Care Proceedings Supervision Orders Emergency Protection Orders Special Guardianship Orders Adoption Proceedings Deprivation of Liberty matters Cases involving non-accidental injuries, abuse, neglect and safeguarding concerns. Develop and implement the department's strategic growth plans. Recruit, supervise and mentor solicitors, legal executives, trainees and support staff. Maintain compliance with Legal Aid Agency requirements and professional standards. Build and strengthen relationships with local authorities, guardians, barristers and other stakeholders. Contribute to business development, networking and profile-raising activities across the region. Work closely with senior management on departmental performance, budgeting and growth initiatives. About You We are seeking an ambitious and commercially aware leader who combines technical excellence with a genuine passion for childcare law. You will ideally possess: A minimum of 8 years' PQE in Childcare/Public Law Children work. Law Society Children Panel Accreditation (essential). Significant advocacy and case management experience. Experience supervising and mentoring junior lawyers. A proven track record of managing complex and sensitive childcare matters. Strong leadership, organisational and business development skills. Excellent client care and communication abilities. A desire to build and lead a successful regional team. What We Offer The opportunity to lead and shape a department with genuine autonomy. A strong pipeline of publicly funded childcare work. Access to an established national network of specialist family and childcare lawyers. High-quality administrative and management support. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Clear career progression at senior leadership level. Competitive salary and benefits package. Ongoing professional development and leadership training. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to join a progressive, people-focused law firm that combines the resources and reputation of a national practice with the culture and accessibility of a regional firm. The organisation is recognised for its expertise in family and childcare law, commitment to legal aid work, and investment in the growth of its lawyers and departments. The firm has received recognition from both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners and continues to expand its childcare offering across England. If you are an experienced Childcare Solicitor looking for the opportunity to lead, influence strategy and build a thriving department within a highly regarded firm, please get in touch with Rory Brand from Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Head of Childcare Department (Senior Solicitor) Location: Coventry, West Midlands Salary: Competitive + Leadership Package + Bonus Opportunities Contract: Full-Time, Permanent About the Opportunity An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Childcare Solicitor to lead and develop a well-established Childcare Department within a nationally recognised law firm. This role offers the chance to join a growing and ambitious practice with a strong reputation for excellence in publicly funded family and childcare work. The firm is recognised by leading independent legal directories and has developed a reputation for delivering outstanding client care, high-quality legal services and meaningful career progression opportunities. The childcare team has experienced significant growth in recent years and continues to invest heavily in its people, infrastructure and regional presence. The successful candidate will play a key strategic role in establishing and leading the Coventry Childcare Department, driving growth, supervising and mentoring lawyers, and maintaining the highest standards of client service and legal excellence. The Role As Head of Department, you will: Lead and manage a busy Childcare and Public Law Children team. Conduct your own caseload of complex childcare matters, including: Care Proceedings Supervision Orders Emergency Protection Orders Special Guardianship Orders Adoption Proceedings Deprivation of Liberty matters Cases involving non-accidental injuries, abuse, neglect and safeguarding concerns. Develop and implement the department's strategic growth plans. Recruit, supervise and mentor solicitors, legal executives, trainees and support staff. Maintain compliance with Legal Aid Agency requirements and professional standards. Build and strengthen relationships with local authorities, guardians, barristers and other stakeholders. Contribute to business development, networking and profile-raising activities across the region. Work closely with senior management on departmental performance, budgeting and growth initiatives. About You We are seeking an ambitious and commercially aware leader who combines technical excellence with a genuine passion for childcare law. You will ideally possess: A minimum of 8 years' PQE in Childcare/Public Law Children work. Law Society Children Panel Accreditation (essential). Significant advocacy and case management experience. Experience supervising and mentoring junior lawyers. A proven track record of managing complex and sensitive childcare matters. Strong leadership, organisational and business development skills. Excellent client care and communication abilities. A desire to build and lead a successful regional team. What We Offer The opportunity to lead and shape a department with genuine autonomy. A strong pipeline of publicly funded childcare work. Access to an established national network of specialist family and childcare lawyers. High-quality administrative and management support. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Clear career progression at senior leadership level. Competitive salary and benefits package. Ongoing professional development and leadership training. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to join a progressive, people-focused law firm that combines the resources and reputation of a national practice with the culture and accessibility of a regional firm. The organisation is recognised for its expertise in family and childcare law, commitment to legal aid work, and investment in the growth of its lawyers and departments. The firm has received recognition from both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners and continues to expand its childcare offering across England. If you are an experienced Childcare Solicitor looking for the opportunity to lead, influence strategy and build a thriving department within a highly regarded firm, please get in touch with Rory Brand from Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.
Family Lawyer Wiltshire Salary up to 55k D.O.E Yolk Recruitment are supporting on this recruitment campaign to find a talented Family Lawyer to join a successful, growing team. This is a brilliant opportunity for a Family Lawyer to handle a varied caseload while delivering excellent client care across the region. The role offers flexibility on location with occasional travel to nearby offices, plus a supportive environment where you can thrive. This is what you will be doing As a Family Lawyer, your duties and responsibilities will include:- Managing a mixed family law caseload including divorce, finances, children matters, cohabitation and pre/post-nuptial agreements. Building strong client relationships and meeting fee targets. Contributing to service improvements and team success. Working to professional standards including SRA and Lexcel requirements. The experience you will bring to the team You will bring the following experience to the Family team:- Extensive experience across a broad range of family work, handling technical matters at pace with high attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication, client-facing approach and strong time management. Strong IT skills and a proactive, collaborative mindset; full UK driving licence and access to transport. Ideally Resolution or Law Society Panel membership and qualification as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive. This is what you will get in return Competitive salary and benefits package, with genuine opportunities for development. Flexible location with occasional travel to local offices. Supportive, people-focused culture with recognition for high performance. Are you up to the challenge? If you're a Family Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch to find out more. All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence by Yolk Recruitment. If you are looking to pursue the next step in your career with a highly regarded law firm, we encourage you to apply by contacting Oliver Coodye on (phone number removed) or alternatively send your CV Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Family Lawyer Wiltshire Salary up to 55k D.O.E Yolk Recruitment are supporting on this recruitment campaign to find a talented Family Lawyer to join a successful, growing team. This is a brilliant opportunity for a Family Lawyer to handle a varied caseload while delivering excellent client care across the region. The role offers flexibility on location with occasional travel to nearby offices, plus a supportive environment where you can thrive. This is what you will be doing As a Family Lawyer, your duties and responsibilities will include:- Managing a mixed family law caseload including divorce, finances, children matters, cohabitation and pre/post-nuptial agreements. Building strong client relationships and meeting fee targets. Contributing to service improvements and team success. Working to professional standards including SRA and Lexcel requirements. The experience you will bring to the team You will bring the following experience to the Family team:- Extensive experience across a broad range of family work, handling technical matters at pace with high attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication, client-facing approach and strong time management. Strong IT skills and a proactive, collaborative mindset; full UK driving licence and access to transport. Ideally Resolution or Law Society Panel membership and qualification as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive. This is what you will get in return Competitive salary and benefits package, with genuine opportunities for development. Flexible location with occasional travel to local offices. Supportive, people-focused culture with recognition for high performance. Are you up to the challenge? If you're a Family Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch to find out more. All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence by Yolk Recruitment. If you are looking to pursue the next step in your career with a highly regarded law firm, we encourage you to apply by contacting Oliver Coodye on (phone number removed) or alternatively send your CV Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
