Head of Childcare

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An exciting opportunity for an experienced Supervising Solicitor to join a well-established firm at their South London office and play a key role in the continued growth of the team.


About the Role:


As a Supervising Solicitor, you will play a key role in leading and developing the family and childcare law team. You’ll work on a diverse caseload, providing expert advice and representation across various areas of family law, while also supporting team growth and maintaining high service standards.


Experience in the following areas:


  • Care Proceedings and Public Law Outline (PLO) matters
  • Divorce and financial settlements
  • Private Law Children cases
  • Domestic Abuse, Non-Molestation, and Occupation Orders
  • General family issues, including unmarried couples and cohabitation disputes


Key Requirements:


  • 5+ years’ PQE
  • Is capable of leading and supervising a growing team
  • Can work confidently both independently and collaboratively
  • Is competent and willing to undertake their own advocacy
  • Has an existing following (preferred but not essential)
  • Is willing to work towards panel accreditation
  • Proactive in networking and business development
  • An understanding of legal aid procedures


The team works on a hybrid basis, combining office and remote working, with a culture built on trust, accountability and meeting deadlines and targets.


On offer:


  • 28 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays and time off over Christmas and New Year (increasing with length of service)
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Attractive bonus structure, allowing staff to share in the firm’s success
  • A friendly, supportive working environment with genuine long-term progression opportunities


This role would suit an ambitious Family Solicitor looking to step into or further develop a supervisory position within a progressive and expanding firm.


For further information please contact Mo Ahmed on: 07548 099 502

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Location: London
Job Description:

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Supervising Solicitor to join a well-established firm at their South London office and play a key role in the continued growth of the team.

About the Role:

As a Supervising Solicitor, you will play a key role in leading and developing the family and childcare law team. You’ll work on a diverse caseload, providing expert advice and representation across various areas of family law, while also supporting team growth and maintaining high service standards.

Experience in the following areas:

  • Care Proceedings and Public Law Outline (PLO) matters
  • Divorce and financial settlements
  • Private Law Children cases
  • Domestic Abuse, Non-Molestation, and Occupation Orders
  • General family issues, including unmarried couples and cohabitation disputes

Key Requirements:

  • 5+ years’ PQE
  • Is capable of leading and supervising a growing team
  • Can work confidently both independently and collaboratively
  • Is competent and willing to undertake their own advocacy
  • Has an existing following (preferred but not essential)
  • Is willing to work towards panel accreditation
  • Proactive in networking and business development
  • An understanding of legal aid procedures

The team works on a hybrid basis, combining office and remote working, with a culture built on trust, accountability and meeting deadlines and targets.

On offer:

  • 28 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays and time off over Christmas and New Year (increasing with length of service)
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Attractive bonus structure, allowing staff to share in the firm’s success
  • A friendly, supportive working environment with genuine long-term progression opportunities

This role would suit an ambitious Family Solicitor looking to step into or further develop a supervisory position within a progressive and expanding firm.

For further information please contact Mo Ahmed on: 07548 099 502

Posted: May 23rd, 2026