Senior Lawyer (Safeguarding Children Team)

Overview

In this in-house role you will advise and represent Social Workers on child protection matters, including planning meetings, care proceedings, and complex adoptions (potential international elements). You’ll handle Deprivation of Liberty cases and pre-action reviews, coordinating with external lawyers as needed. You will liaise with Children’s Services staff to ensure timely, compliant legal delivery. Join Greenwich Legal Services as part of a high-performing team supporting the council’s priorities and regeneration ambitions.

Pay / Benefits

• 28 days annual leave rising to 31
• Flexible working arrangements
• Excellent pension scheme
• Annual season ticket loan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Learning and development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Advise and represent Social Workers in Child Protection matters
• Attend planning meetings and advise on care proceedings and adoption (including complex/international cases)
• Handle Deprivation of Liberty and pre-action Judicial Reviews
• Attend proceedings with parents and external lawyers
• Interpret and advise on legislation relevant to the council’s duties
• Liaise with Social Workers and other staff to ensure continued legal service delivery

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive or equivalent
• Experience across all aspects of safeguarding children law
• Local government/legal service experience

• Strong communication and liaison abilities
• Collaborative team player
• Analytical and solution-focused mindset
• Safeguarding Children law
• Care proceedings and adoption (including international elements)
• Deprivation of Liberty

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