Child Abuse Solicitor

West Yorkshire – £50,000 - £65,000

Child Abuse Solicitor
Yorkshire
Hybrid
Salary negotiable

We are delighted to be working with a leading and highly regarded law firm in Yorkshire that is looking to appoint a Child Abuse Solicitor to join its specialist and incredibly supportive team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor at any level of PQE who is passionate about helping survivors of abuse and wants to undertake genuinely meaningful work within a team that is committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for its clients.

The workload is extremely varied and interesting, with the opportunity to work on complex and sensitive cases involving some of the most serious forms of abuse and exploitation.

Your caseload will include a broad range of matters, including:
  • Child sexual exploitation claims
  • Child abuse cases
  • Child sexual abuse and exploitation
  • Grooming gang-related cases
  • Historic abuse claims
  • Complex claims involving institutional or organisational failures
  • Advising and representing survivors throughout the claims process
  • Working closely with clients to understand their experiences and achieve appropriate outcomes
You will have the opportunity to handle challenging and complex cases while working alongside an experienced team that provides excellent support and guidance.

I am keen to receive applications from solicitors at all levels of PQE however you must have experience of managing child abuse cases.

You will be:-
  • Passionate about achieving justice for survivors
  • Compassionate, empathetic and sensitive in their approach to clients
  • Confident handling complex and sensitive matters
  • A strong communicator with excellent client-care skills
  • Well organised and able to manage a varied caseload
  • Committed to delivering high-quality legal work
  • Keen to work as part of a supportive and collaborative team
This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm with an outstanding reputation and become part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the work it does.

You will benefit from:
  • Working within a leading and highly regarded Yorkshire law firm
  • A very supportive and passionate team
  • A genuinely varied and interesting caseload
  • The opportunity to work on high-profile and complex cases
  • Hybrid and flexible working
  • A minimum office attendance requirement of just once per month
  • Excellent support and opportunities for professional development
  • A role where the work you undertake can make a genuine and lasting difference to people's lives
  • A negotiable salary, dependent on experience
If you are a solicitor looking for a role where you can combine your legal expertise with a genuine desire to make a difference for survivors of abuse, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

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Amy Turner

Business Unit Director
07537156 445

amy.turner@douglas-scott.co.uk

Amy Turner, now the Business Unit Director at Douglas Scott, oversees all levels of permanent legal recruitment across Yorkshire. Amy has rejoined the company after a number of years away, having previously been with Douglas Scott for 10 years. With 20 years of recruitment experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. Outside of work, Amy enjoys spending time with her daughter and managing a busy life.


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Job Spec:

  • Area of Law: Children Law
  • Type: Solicitor / FILEX
  • Salary: £50,000 - £65,000
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: West Yorkshire
  • Reference: 1364679

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