Childcare Solicitor
2 days ago
Derby
Family / Childcare Solicitor or Legal Executive – Derby HarKaye are representing a leading multi-service law firm with an excellent reputation across Derbyshire and the wider East Midlands, who are looking to recruit a Family / Childcare Solicitor or Legal Executive into their busy and supportive Derby team. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a respected practice that genuinely values work-life balance, career development, and providing an outstanding service to clients. The role: You’ll manage a varied caseload of public and private children matters, running files from instruction through to completion, while working closely with: • Clients and families, • Local authorities, • Courts and external professional bodies, • You’ll also be supported by experienced Paralegals and Legal Assistants, allowing you to focus on fee earning and delivering excellent client care. What you’ll be doing: • Managing a caseload of childcare / children law matters end-to-end, • Handling public law matters, including care proceedings (where experienced), • Advising and supporting clients through sensitive and complex issues, • Drafting legal documents and preparing matters for hearings, • Liaising with local authorities and other relevant bodies, • Ensuring high standards of client care and communication throughout About you: • Qualified Family Solicitor or Legal Executive (or equivalent experience), • Experience in children matters (public law / care proceedings preferred), • Confident managing your own caseload, • Strong communication and client care skills, • Professional, empathetic and calm under pressure What’s in it for you: • Hybrid working and flexibility, • Supportive, collaborative team environment, • Strong focus on work-life balance, • Genuine long-term progression and development If you are interested, contact Isabel at HarKaye Core Talent for more information.