A highly respected and nationally recognised law firm is seeking a Solicitor to join its award-winning Child Abuse team. This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of a specialist department at the forefront of complex, high-profile litigation, representing survivors of child abuse and helping to deliver meaningful access to justice.The RoleYou will work closely with senior lawyers and directors, managing your own caseload of child abuse matters from inception to conclusion. The role focuses on cases involving child sexual exploitation (CSE), grooming gangs and other forms of abuse. This is a fee-earning position offering exposure to challenging, impactful work within a supportive and highly experienced team.Applications are welcomed from solicitors at any level of PQE, from newly qualified through to senior practitioners. The firm is committed to finding the right individual who shares its values and passion for this area of law.Flexible working arrangements are available, including the opportunity for remote working, although regular in-person engagement with colleagues and clients will be required.The team is widely recognised for its work on ground-breaking and nationally reported cases and you will be joining a department known for both legal excellence and its commitment to client care.Key ResponsibilitiesManaging a caseload of child abuse matters, including CSE, grooming gangs and related claims, from start to finishConducting detailed case reviews and analysing complex documentationProviding clear, sensitive and accurate legal advice to clientsAttending client meetings and offering consistent support throughout the legal processMaintaining accurate case files and ensuring compliance with professional and regulatory standardsWorking collaboratively with experts, external agencies and other professionals to build strong casesAttending, recording and following up on meetings and key case developmentsMaintaining strict confidentiality and adhering to professional conduct requirementsManaging case finances responsibly in line with firm proceduresCompleting mandatory training and undertaking additional duties as requiredSkills & ExperienceExcellent communication skills, with the ability to engage sensitively and professionally with vulnerable clientsRelevant legal knowledge in child abuse law, particularly CSE, grooming gangs and civil claims for survivorsDemonstrable experience handling child sexual abuse cases, including client care, case preparation and progressionStrong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail, particularly when reviewing medical and legal recordsA client-focused approach, with a proven commitment to delivering outstanding client care and building trusted relationshipsWhy Apply?This firm is widely recognised as a leading employer within the legal sector, known for its supportive culture, strong values and continued growth. You will be given the opportunity to work on some of the most significant cases in this field, supported by a collaborative team that prioritises both professional development and wellbeing.If you meet the above criteria, please apply directly via the link or contact Rachael Legal Recruitment.
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