Regional Director Care

Elite Touch Group • Full-time • Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom • £75k - £85k / year • 2m ago

Our well established client is seeking a Solicitor to join as a Regional Director of their Child Care Department, where your expertise will shape the future of our childcare law practice.

They're looking for a passionate and experienced solicitor to guide our team, advocate for our clients, and drive meaningful change in a supportive, collaborative environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

Leading the Team

• Oversee our Child Care Department, managing a team of talented legal professionals.

• Set the direction for the department with strategic plans that align with our firm’s goals.

• Be the go-to expert for our clients, providing advice, representation, and trusted support during challenging times.

Championing Client Cases

• Manage a diverse and complex caseload, including public law cases (care proceedings, emergency protection orders, adoption) and private law matters (child arrangement orders, guardianship).

• Advocate for clients in court, tribunals, and hearings with skill and confidence.

• Stay ahead of changes in childcare law to ensure we’re always delivering the best solutions for our clients.

Developing Talent

• Mentor and inspire our team of solicitors, fostering their growth and ensuring they’re equipped to deliver exceptional service.

• Lead training sessions, share knowledge, and conduct regular performance reviews to help your team shine.

• Attract and onboard new talent to build a department that thrives on collaboration and support.

Building Relationships

• Strengthen connections with clients, local authorities, social services, and other key stakeholders.

• Guide clients through sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism, always prioritising their needs.

• Represent our firm at industry events, networking opportunities, and through thought leadership in childcare law.

Business Development

• Identify opportunities to grow the department and take it to the next level.

• Work closely with marketing to enhance our profile and share valuable insights through blogs, articles, and briefings.

• Collaborate across teams to achieve firm-wide goals and maintain financial performance targets.

What We’re Looking For

• Experienced Solicitor: 10+ years PQE in childcare law, with a Law Society’s Children Law Accreditation (Child Panel).

• Proven Leader: A track record of managing and mentoring legal teams.

• Expert Advocate: Strong experience in public law children cases and private law family matters, with exceptional representation skills.

• Relationship Builder: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with clients and stakeholders.

• Strategic Thinker: Able to set a vision, lead the way, and contribute to the firm’s success.

• Empathetic Professional: A commitment to guiding clients through complex and emotional situations with care and expertise.

Why Join Us?

At our firm, we’re not just about delivering legal services – we’re about making a meaningful impact. You’ll have the opportunity to lead a team that’s dedicated to helping families, collaborate with like-minded professionals, and take your career to the next level.

If you’re ready to bring your skills, vision, and passion to our Child Care Department, we’d love to hear from you.

Package

• Salary depending on experience and qualifications

• 26 days annual leave + Birthday Holiday + Bank Holidays

• Company Pension

• Medicash Heath Plan

• Flexible Working hours/ Working from home available

• Rewarded for efforts with a healthy bonus.

• Encouragement of internal progression

• Encourage internal and external training.

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