Solicitor - Care - Cardiff - 2+ Years PQE

Solicitor – Care – Cardiff – 2+ Years PQE

Location: Cardiff

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with some hybrid flexibility)

Salary: £40,000 – £55,000 (depending on experience)

A respected regional law firm is seeking a Care Solicitor with 2+ years' post qualification experience to join its established Care team in Cardiff. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and ambitious fee earner to manage a varied and rewarding caseload within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing a broad range of care matters, including:

• Handling your own caseload of public law children matters
• Representing parents, guardians, and other parties in care proceedings
• Drafting documents, preparing cases, and attending court
• Liaising with clients, counsel, social services, and external professionals
• Contributing to a collaborative and high performing team culture
• Ensuring accuracy, compliance, and excellent client care
• Travelling to the firm's other offices when required (Newport, Abergavenny, Ebbw Vale)

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor who can demonstrate:

• 2+ years PQE in care or children law
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing matters independently
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• A proactive, motivated approach
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment

Benefits

The firm offers:

• Competitive salary and attractive bonus scheme
• Clear career development opportunities
• Supportive and modern working culture
• Working from home flexibility
• Exposure to a varied and meaningful caseload

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk

Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*

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