Are you an experienced Family Solicitor or Legal Executive passionate about protecting the rights of children and families?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your expertise genuinely makes a difference to people’s lives?

If that sounds like you, we want to hear from you.

Gillespie Recruitment is working with an established law firm to recruit a Family Solicitor / Legal Executive – Care Proceedings. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded family law team handling a varied caseload of public and private law matters.

This role would suit someone confident, compassionate and motivated, with strong advocacy skills and experience managing care proceedings independently.

As a Family Solicitor / Legal Executive, you will be responsible for:

• Managing a varied caseload of family care matters

• Representing clients in public and private law proceedings

• Advising parents, children and guardians in care proceedings

• Preparing legal documentation, statements and applications

• Conducting advocacy where appropriate

• Liaising with social workers, guardians, courts and third parties

• Maintaining accurate case records and compliance standards

• Providing high levels of client care and clear legal advice

• Working collaboratively with colleagues and support staff

Successful candidates will have:

• 5 years PQE in Family Law

• Membership of the Law Society Children Panel

• Experience handling care proceedings independently

• Strong knowledge of public and private family law

• Excellent communication and advocacy skills

• Ability to manage sensitive and complex cases

• A compassionate and client-focused approach

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme

• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities

• Clear career progression prospects

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Supportive and collaborative working environment

• Generous annual leave and pension

• Additional employee perks and wellbeing initiatives

If this sounds like the next step in your legal career, we would love to speak with you.

Apply now for more details…