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Family Solicitor / Legal Executive (Care Proceedings)

£24.9 - £29.1 per hourEstimated
Full-time

An established and ambitious North East law firm is seeking an experienced, motivated and dedicated Family Solicitor or Legal Executiveto join its busy Family Care Team, based in Sunderland (hybrid working available).

The Role

You will work alongside a highly regarded team specialising in public and private family law proceedings, managing a varied caseload of childcare matters.

About You:

  • Approximately 5 years’ PQE as a Solicitor or Legal Executive
  • Member of the Law Society’s Children Panel
  • Experienced in handling a broad range of family care cases
  • Energetic, committed and client-focused
  • A collaborative team player

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven practitioner looking for clear career progressionwithin a forward-thinking and supportive firm.

About the Firm

The firm is currently ranked the No.1 go-to family law team in and around Sunderlandon the independent review platform Review Solicitors.

This award-winning, Lexcel-accredited practice has roots dating back to the 1940s and is now entering an exciting phase of strategic growth. With a modern and progressive leadership team, the firm is committed to investing in its people and fostering an inclusive, supportive working environment.

You will be joining a team of experienced family law specialists with extensive expertise in both public and private law proceedings. All solicitors within the department are members of the Law Society’s Children Law Panel and Resolution, supported by knowledgeable Paralegals, Legal Assistants and Secretaries who work collaboratively to deliver exceptional client care.

Why Join?

  • Be part of an exciting growth journey
  • Make a meaningful difference within the local community
  • Clear career progression opportunities
  • In-house and external training
  • Regular appraisals
  • Flexible / Hybrid working
  • Competitive salary (market rate)
  • Bonus scheme
  • 27 days holiday + Christmas Eve off
  • Office closure between Christmas and New Year
  • Pension
  • Death in service insurance
  • Free onsite parking (subject to availability)
  • Regular social events
  • Employee discounts app (Reward Me Now)
  • Discounted legal services for employees

Working in Sunderland

Based in the vibrant city of Sunderland, the firm benefits from the area’s continued regeneration and growing professional community.

Sunderland offers an excellent quality of life, with a welcoming culture, thriving hospitality scene, green spaces, sports facilities and — uniquely for a city — a stunning coastline.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Children Panel accredited practitioner ready to take the next step in their career within a leading and supportive team.

Interested?
For more information or to apply in confidence, contact Claire Cox at Bailey Hunter – View email address on baileyhunter.com

Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago
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