Childcare Solicitor

Childcare Solicitor.
 
This Derbyshire based opportunity is with a high street firm who represent parents and guardians in care proceedings.
 
You'll be working alongside Panel members, Qualified mediators, and members of Resolution. The team are technically excellent and have a strong reputation for their childcare offering.
 
The firm have one eye on their succession planning, so there will be an opportunity for someone to come in and progress.
 
You can expect to handle a wide range of matters and you should have a real passion for childcare work.
 
Ideally you'll have a minimum of 3 years' PQE and either be a panel member or be working towards your panel membership. The firm can also progress you in the direction of attaining panel membership should that be a direction you wish to go.
 
This position in Derbyshire will deal with a variety of public child care work including child protection issues, child abduction and special guardianship and the successful candidate will be required to represent clients at Court and have confidence in undertaking advocacy, whilst able to demonstrate continuous professional development.
 
This position would suit someone who is professional with a pro-active approach, who has excellent interpersonal skills and who is committed to building a long-term career working in Child Care and establishing themselves in the local Derbyshire market.
 
Own transport/valid UK driver licence holder is required.    
 
Salary is negotiable, according to experience.