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The successful candidate must have at least 3 years experience in Children Law. To be successful for this role, you will present a professional image at all times to clients and collaborators, be well presented, confident and have first class communication skills. You will be hard working, highly organised and able to work to tight deadlines. The role is full time and is based in Sheffield.
Job Responsibility:
Advising and representing clients in areas of private and public Children Law and domestic abuse, both private paying and legal aid
Conducting advocacy in and out of court
Depending on qualification and experience, managing members of the Children Department, to include file reviews, 1-2-1s and appraisals, potentially for more than one office
Managing files using the Proclaim Case Management System (training will be provided)
Assisting other members of the Children Department when required
Networking and creating and maintaining professional relationships
Requirements:
At least 3 years experience in Children Law
Children Panel Accreditation
People management experience
IT skills, including Word, Outlook and Excel
Outstanding communication and advocacy skills
High standard of organisational skills required for file management and diary management
Ability to use initiative
A friendly, positive and proactive approach
A full UK driving licence
Knowledge of Legal Aid regulations and procedures
Nice to have:
A knowledge of Proclaim Case Management System advantageous
Membership of the Children Panel
Membership of Resolution with specialism in domestic abuse
What we offer:
Highly competitive salary
Bonus Scheme
Minimum of 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Staff discount
Wellbeing culture including access to paid for counselling sessions