Children Law Solicitor Director

Role: Children Law Director Panel Member London Salary: £70k p.a

Leading law firm recruiting a dedicated Children Solicitor Director for a permanent position.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Report directly to and collaborate with the Board to ensure performance targets are met
• Responsible for all aspects of Children Law work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members
• Manage and supervise Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to handle appropriate caseload types and complexities
• Assist with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department
• Handle a variety of Children work including divorce, financial disputes and remedies, international child abduction/adoption, injunctions / non molestation orders, and provide technical expertise and guidance to other team members
• Maintain a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and interest in business development and marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the firm

Key Skills Required

• 3 Years+ PQE
• Registered with the Law Society; Children Panel Membership desirable
• Valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying
• Strong management skills
• Committed team player able to approach team concerns fairly, foster a culture of positive change and encourage cross-referrals
• Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators
• Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable clients and resolve complex practicalities involved in Child Care issues
• Excellent networking and communication skills with ability to market the firm and generate new business
• Working knowledge of publicly funded Child Care work and ability to service privately funded cases
• Extensive experience in all Child Care work and some adoption expertise
• Advocacy experience an advantage
• Excellent IT skills – familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management

This list is not exhaustive and additional duties may be reasonably required.

Benefits: Attractive salary package, supportive team environment, real prospects for promotion. Hybrid working in accordance with company policy.

Equal Opportunities: The firm is committed to equal opportunities and diversity.

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