Childcare Legal Executive

Childcare Legal Executive

Location: Sheffield | Full Time

A respected regional law firm is seeking an experienced Children Law specialist to join its team in Sheffield. This role requires at least 3 years' experience in Children Law and offers the opportunity to work across both private and public matters.

• Advise and represent clients in private and public Children Law matters, including domestic abuse cases
• Handle both private‑paying and legal aid work
• Conduct advocacy in and out of court
• Depending on experience, support the management of the Children Department, including file reviews, 1‑2‑1s and appraisals
• Manage files using a case management system (training provided)
• Assist colleagues within the department when required
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships through networking

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Childcare Law department
• Children Panel Accreditation
• Experience supervising or managing people
• Strong IT skills (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills
• Highly organised with strong file and diary management
• Proactive, positive and able to use initiative
• Full UK driving licence
• Knowledge of Legal Aid regulations and procedures

• Experience using Proclaim CMS
• Membership of the Children Panel
• Resolution membership with domestic abuse specialism

If you re an experienced Children Law specialist looking for a supportive and established firm where you can make a real impact, apply today for a confidential discussion.

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.