6-month contract position with a local authority
Summary
* This is a 6-month contract position with a local authority, focused on providing high-quality legal advice and support in Education law. The role is crucial in ensuring the Council meets its statutory obligations and strategic objectives. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of both routine and complex matters, working with minimal supervision while delivering a professional, customer-focused legal service.
Responsibilities
* Provide clear, accurate, and timely legal advice to Council services and elected Members.
* Manage a diverse caseload of education-related legal matters, ensuring compliance with professional standards and internal procedures.
* Undertake advocacy in courts, tribunals, and hearings where required.
* Attend committee meetings and provide legal and procedural advice, including outside normal working hours where necessary.
* Draft and review legal documents, reports, contracts, and agreements.
* Conduct legal research and apply findings to support decision-making and case strategy.
Essential Experience
* Proven experience in Education law and/or Local Government legal services.
* Ability to manage complex and sensitive cases independently.
* Strong advocacy skills with experience representing clients in legal proceedings.
* Excellent drafting and analytical skills.
Essential Qualifications
* Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx).
Additional Information
* A DBS check may be required depending on duties.
* We operate on a bi-weekly schedule.
The role closes soon, apply ASAP.