In this role you provide expert legal support to Children, Young People & Family Services within the Social Care Legal team. You will offer strategic advice, represent the Council in care and family proceedings, and help shape council policy on complex matters. The position centers on safeguarding vulnerable people while ensuring lawful decision-making. Based at the Guildhall, you will work in a busy environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve positive outcomes.
Pay / Benefits
competitive salary
LGPS pension
23 days annual leave + 8 public holidays + 3 discretionary days
flexible working policies
career development and learning opportunities
supportive and forward-thinking culture
Responsibilities
Provide legal advice to the Council and external clients on complex and sensitive child-related matters
Represent the Council in court, including care, private law, adoption, and pre-proceedings work
Draft, review and negotiate legal documents; prepare and present cases in courts and tribunals
Instruct and coordinate with experts and Barristers; manage fees
Supervise and support Legal Officers and Assistant Legal Officers
Contribute to strategy development and implementation of new legislation
Deliver in-house legal training and development for colleagues and departments
Support performance management and quality standards across the team
Key requirements
Qualified as Solicitor, barrister or CILEX lawyer
Right of audience to appear in Magistrates and County Court
Ability to handle a large caseload and work in a busy environment
Excellent communication skills and pro-active team player attitude
Willingness to work on-site at Guildhall offices; not suitable for full remote work
Experience advising on children's social care matters and related proceedings
team-oriented
pro-active
excellent communication
rights of audience in Magistrates and County Court
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