Job Description
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Your new company
\nYou'll be part of a specialist Safeguarding Children Legal Team, acting for the council on a wide range of children-focused matters. The team advises and represents the authority in public law childcare proceedings, working closely with social care professionals to safeguard the welfare of children and young people. This is a supportive, experienced team with a strong reputation for high quality advocacy and collaborative work.
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\nYour new role
\nYou'll be responsible for managing a varied children's safeguarding caseload, preparing matters for court and representing the council in proceedings. This will include drafting complex court documentation, undertaking advocacy, and instructing counsel where appropriate on experience, the role may involve appearing regularly in court and contributing to the development of junior colleagues. For more senior candidates, there is scope to take on additional supervisory or line management responsibilities.
\nYou'll be supported by a knowledgeable and approachable team, with access to excellent training and professional development opportunities.
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\nWhat you'll need to succeed
\nQualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (with Civil Proceedings Certificate or Legal Executive Advocate status)Experience drafting complex court documents within children's safeguarding matters
\nStrong working knowledge of children law legislation, including the Children Act 1989 and associated public law frameworks
\nConfidence conducting advocacy in public law childcare proceedings
\nApplications are welcomed from lawyers ranging from newly qualified through to 4-5 years' PQE
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\nWhat you'll get in return
\nHybrid and flexible working arrangementsGenerous annual leave
\nLocal Government Pension Scheme
\nExceptional maternity and paternity leave policies
\nCycle to work scheme and travel discounts
\nAccess to employee healthcare services
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\nWhat you need to do now
\nIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV,
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