Principal Legal officer - Grade PO6 FT

Job title: Principal Legal Officer (Social Care Legal)

Salary: PO6 £51,356 - £54,495

Hours: Full Time - 37 hours

Contract: Temporary (until 31 March 2027 with the possibility of further 12 month extension)

Location: Leeds City Centre

This is a rolling advert, however applications will be shortlisted at the end of each month

Leeds City Council is a progressive authority which works closely with local communities and businesses to create a vibrant and economically thriving city.

We serve an outstanding Children’s & Families Department, and seek a full time Principal Legal Officer (PO6) to practise primarily in the area of Children’s Social Care Law.

Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions .

About You

• good interpersonal skills,
• ability to prioritise your own workload,
• manage a complex caseload,
• act as an advocate in contested hearings and work to tight court deadlines,
• be able to work as part of a team and be flexible, enthusiastic and committed.

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