Legal Pro Recruitment is seeking an experienced Childcare Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their expanding childcare law team in Leicester. This role involves representing children in legal proceedings, managing sensitive cases, and providing strong advocacy. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of PQE in childcare law and hold Children's Panel accreditation. The position offers a competitive salary starting from £55,000+, and opportunities for meaningful work and career progression.
May 29, 2026
Full time
Legal Pro Recruitment is seeking an experienced Childcare Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their expanding childcare law team in Leicester. This role involves representing children in legal proceedings, managing sensitive cases, and providing strong advocacy. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of PQE in childcare law and hold Children's Panel accreditation. The position offers a competitive salary starting from £55,000+, and opportunities for meaningful work and career progression.
Childcare Solicitor / Legal Executive (Children's Panel) Location: Leicester Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £55,000+ About the Role We are working with a highly regarded and expanding childcare law team seeking an experienced Childcare Solicitor or Legal Executive to join its East Midlands practice. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the region's largest teams specialising in children law, working on behalf of children across England. Due to the nature of the work, Children's Panel accreditation is essential. The role offers a varied and meaningful caseload, combining high-quality legal work with the opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of children and families. A following of guardians would be advantageous but is not essential. Key Responsibilities Acting for children in a range of public and private law proceedings Handling care proceedings and Emergency Protection Orders (EPOs) Advising on special guardianship and adoption matters Managing private law applications, including Rule 16.4 instructions Providing separate representation for competent children Delivering clear, practical advice with a compassionate and client focused approach Conducting advocacy where appropriate Building and maintaining strong relationships with guardians and other professionals Requirements Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 5+ years' PQE in childcare law Must hold Children's Panel accreditation Strong advocacy experience Demonstrable experience handling a broad range of childcare matters Ability to manage sensitive cases with empathy and professionalism Excellent communication and organisational skills A genuine passion for children law and the impact of this work Benefits and Progression Competitive salary starting from £55,000+ Opportunity to join a well established and growing team High quality, meaningful work with strong support Clear opportunities for long term career progression Supportive and collaborative working environment
May 29, 2026
Full time
Childcare Solicitor / Legal Executive (Children's Panel) Location: Leicester Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £55,000+ About the Role We are working with a highly regarded and expanding childcare law team seeking an experienced Childcare Solicitor or Legal Executive to join its East Midlands practice. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the region's largest teams specialising in children law, working on behalf of children across England. Due to the nature of the work, Children's Panel accreditation is essential. The role offers a varied and meaningful caseload, combining high-quality legal work with the opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of children and families. A following of guardians would be advantageous but is not essential. Key Responsibilities Acting for children in a range of public and private law proceedings Handling care proceedings and Emergency Protection Orders (EPOs) Advising on special guardianship and adoption matters Managing private law applications, including Rule 16.4 instructions Providing separate representation for competent children Delivering clear, practical advice with a compassionate and client focused approach Conducting advocacy where appropriate Building and maintaining strong relationships with guardians and other professionals Requirements Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 5+ years' PQE in childcare law Must hold Children's Panel accreditation Strong advocacy experience Demonstrable experience handling a broad range of childcare matters Ability to manage sensitive cases with empathy and professionalism Excellent communication and organisational skills A genuine passion for children law and the impact of this work Benefits and Progression Competitive salary starting from £55,000+ Opportunity to join a well established and growing team High quality, meaningful work with strong support Clear opportunities for long term career progression Supportive and collaborative working environment
Head of Commercial Litigation (Insolvency Focus) - 10+ PQE Location: Carter Lane, London (Office-Based) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £120,000 - £125,000 About the Role We are working with a growing and ambitious London-based firm seeking a Head of Commercial Litigation with strong insolvency experience to lead and develop its disputes offering. This is a key leadership hire, offering the opportunity to take ownership of an established team while driving strategic growth and financial performance. This role combines departmental leadership with hands on fee earning, making it ideal for a senior solicitor with 10+ years PQE who is confident handling complex commercial disputes and contentious insolvency matters. You will be expected to bring work with you or demonstrate a proven ability to generate new business and build a profitable practice. Key Responsibilities You will be responsible for leading the department and delivering both strategic and operational success, including: Developing and implementing departmental strategy aligned with firm objectives Managing budgets, financial performance, and recovery of fees Driving business development, networking and cross referrals Handling complex commercial litigation and contentious insolvency matters Investigating and pursuing claims arising from insolvency, including misfeasance, transactions at undervalue, preferential payments and wrongful or fraudulent trading Monitoring KPIs, performance metrics and departmental reporting Ensuring compliance with firm policies, regulatory standards and audits Leading, mentoring and developing a team of solicitors and support staff Supporting recruitment, onboarding and training in collaboration with HR Managing departmental risk and improving systems and processes Delivering high standards of client service and communication Requirements Qualified Solicitor with 10+ years PQE Strong technical expertise in commercial litigation and contentious insolvency Proven experience managing or leading a legal team or department Demonstrable business development experience and ability to generate work Strong leadership, communication and relationship building skills Commercially aware with solid financial and analytical ability Ability to manage complex caseloads alongside leadership responsibilities High level of accuracy and attention to detail Highly competitive salary package Opportunity to lead and shape a growing department Clear progression into senior leadership within the firm Hybrid working model post probation (3 days in office) Supportive and collaborative team environment
May 29, 2026
Full time
Head of Commercial Litigation (Insolvency Focus) - 10+ PQE Location: Carter Lane, London (Office-Based) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £120,000 - £125,000 About the Role We are working with a growing and ambitious London-based firm seeking a Head of Commercial Litigation with strong insolvency experience to lead and develop its disputes offering. This is a key leadership hire, offering the opportunity to take ownership of an established team while driving strategic growth and financial performance. This role combines departmental leadership with hands on fee earning, making it ideal for a senior solicitor with 10+ years PQE who is confident handling complex commercial disputes and contentious insolvency matters. You will be expected to bring work with you or demonstrate a proven ability to generate new business and build a profitable practice. Key Responsibilities You will be responsible for leading the department and delivering both strategic and operational success, including: Developing and implementing departmental strategy aligned with firm objectives Managing budgets, financial performance, and recovery of fees Driving business development, networking and cross referrals Handling complex commercial litigation and contentious insolvency matters Investigating and pursuing claims arising from insolvency, including misfeasance, transactions at undervalue, preferential payments and wrongful or fraudulent trading Monitoring KPIs, performance metrics and departmental reporting Ensuring compliance with firm policies, regulatory standards and audits Leading, mentoring and developing a team of solicitors and support staff Supporting recruitment, onboarding and training in collaboration with HR Managing departmental risk and improving systems and processes Delivering high standards of client service and communication Requirements Qualified Solicitor with 10+ years PQE Strong technical expertise in commercial litigation and contentious insolvency Proven experience managing or leading a legal team or department Demonstrable business development experience and ability to generate work Strong leadership, communication and relationship building skills Commercially aware with solid financial and analytical ability Ability to manage complex caseloads alongside leadership responsibilities High level of accuracy and attention to detail Highly competitive salary package Opportunity to lead and shape a growing department Clear progression into senior leadership within the firm Hybrid working model post probation (3 days in office) Supportive and collaborative team environment
Legal Pro Recruitment is looking for a Head of Commercial Litigation (Insolvency Focus) in London. This pivotal role requires a qualified solicitor with over 10 years of PQE and strong experience in managing commercial litigation and contentious insolvency matters. You will lead a team, drive strategic growth, and ensure high standards of client service. The position offers a competitive salary of £120,000 - £125,000 and a hybrid working model post-probation, allowing flexibility while supporting a collaborative environment.
May 29, 2026
Full time
Legal Pro Recruitment is looking for a Head of Commercial Litigation (Insolvency Focus) in London. This pivotal role requires a qualified solicitor with over 10 years of PQE and strong experience in managing commercial litigation and contentious insolvency matters. You will lead a team, drive strategic growth, and ensure high standards of client service. The position offers a competitive salary of £120,000 - £125,000 and a hybrid working model post-probation, allowing flexibility while supporting a collaborative environment.