Eventus Legal is seeking a Care Solicitor to join a reputable law firm in Tameside, Greater Manchester. This firm has a great reputation with their clients and the wider business community. They have an excellent benefits package including a generous holiday allowance which rises with service, a healthcare plan, enhanced sick pay and discretionary bonuses to name a few.
Role Responsibilities
The incoming Care Solicitor will be joining the specialist team who advocate for the best interests of children and work towards positive outcomes for families. You will work with families during these challenging times and provide them with the support and guidance they need. The job will include managing your own caseload and:
- Pre-proceedings including representation at PLO meetings
- Section 20 accommodation
- Children’s Services Involvement and Assessments
- Guiding the family members on their rights
- Discussing and appointing special guardianships where necessary
Person specification
Applications are sought from Care Solicitors ideally with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE. The successful professional will be managing a similar caseload to the above and carrying out their own advocacy. You will also be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:
- Excellent client service skills
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Organisational skills and the ability to manage your own time
- Keen attention to detail
- Professional and empathetic to the discipline
Benefits and Rewards
This is a full-time permanent job opportunity for a Care Solicitor, which draws many benefits. Along with a competitive salary dependent on experience, you will receive:
- 25 days annual holiday entitlement, plus bank holidays
- Holiday loyalty scheme
- Ability to purchase holidays annually
- Death in service
- Contributory pension scheme
- Enhanced sick pay
- Paid car parking where a car is required for the performance of duties
- Provision of laptop and mobile phone, where required
- Payment of professional memberships and subscription fees
- PayCare scheme (cashback on healthcare/dental/optical treatment)
About the Company
This is a well-established and reputable law firm in Greater Manchester, who have continued to expand throughout the years.
They have very strong links within the local community and not only act for but strongly support local charities. Their culture is about being approachable friendly and straightforward to their people and their clients. Being a team of highly skilled and committed people who assist clients in obtaining the outcome they desire they have been accredited and awarded throughout the years.
Next Steps
Apply now to be considered for this career-enhancing job opportunity.
Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this Care Solicitor role, please send your CV to Nikki Phillips at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at nikki.phillips@eventuslegal.com or phone 07530 737 333.
If this childcare law job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me using the details above for a confidential discussion about your career.
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