Are you a qualified solicitor, barrister, or FILEX equivalent lawyer looking for an exciting new challenge? Join our dynamic legal Safeguarding team and make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable people and our community.
Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap.
As a key team member, you'll provide vital legal advice and support to social services, be an advocate in court, and collaborate closely with other safeguarding lawyers. While children's safeguarding is the focus the team also covers adults, so you’ll get the opportunity to build a diverse caseload, tailored to your expertise.
You'll thrive in our supportive environment, working both independently and as part of a team. We value excellent knowledge of safeguarding law and practice, but we're also open to candidates with transferable legal skills and a passion for safeguarding.
Experience in local government, especially in Wales, is a plus, as are strong organisational and IT skills. If you're dedicated to delivering exceptional service and eager to contribute to positive change, we want to hear from you. Welsh language skills are desirable.
This is an opportunity to work for an excellent employer with many advantages, including a minimum of 34 days’ annual leave including bank holidays, increasing up to 41 days *Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme * Generous family friendly and work-life balance schemes *Flexible working hours and Hybrid working policies – providing opportunity for significant remote working (subject to business need & personal preference, noting the contractual workplace is Ewloe) * Access to a range of development opportunities *Free employee assistance programme (EAP) * Cycle to Work Scheme *Discounts across UK retailers*
*Application closing date * 18/05/2025
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £45,718.00-£48,710.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person