Associate Public Family Law Solicitor

We are working with a well-established regional law firm seeking an experienced Public Law Associate Solicitor to join its busy and well-regarded Family Department.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Public Law Solicitor looking for a role that combines high-quality casework with leadership responsibility, alongside genuine partnership prospects.

The Role
You will be based in a friendly, supportive office environment and will be responsible for:

- Managing a caseload of care and public law matters
- Undertaking your own advocacy
- Running files independently
- Leading and managing the public law team
- Supporting and developing team members
- Assisting the Head of Department with firm-wide public law management

About You

- Minimum of 5 years’ PQE in public law
- Children Panel accreditation is essential
- Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
- Confident communication and good IT skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Experience managing or supporting a team
- Friendly, professional and approachable manner

The Firm
This is a long-established, values-driven practice with a strong regional presence across the North West.

The firm combines the traditional approach of a high-street practice with a modern, forward-thinking outlook and holds a number of recognised industry accreditations.

What’s On Offer

- Competitive salary and pension scheme
- Generous annual leave package including birthday holiday, plus bank holidays and additional accrual with service
- Attendance bonus and employee referral incentives
- Discounted legal services and travel benefits
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Regular staff events, charity initiatives and social activities
- Ongoing training, development and internal workshops
- Clear pathway to partnership for the right candidate

If you would like further details, please get in touch with Justine now on 0161 914 7357 or please email your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk