Lawyer: Children's Services
Location: Widnes, Cheshire
Salary: GBP 52,718 - GBP 55,710 per annum (including a GBP 7k market supplement)
Contract: Fixed term for 12 months
Hours: 37 per week
Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges connecting communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton offers excellent transport links to Liverpool and Manchester, and is close to Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.
Their progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It is an exciting time to join them as they develop new policies and transform service access.
They pride themselves on their colleagues, which is the most popular reason employees cite for working at Halton.
The Role
The Legal team supports the Council by providing high-quality, timely, and business-focused legal and procedural advice. You will work closely with the Social Care and Education teams, delivering expert legal services as directed by the Group Solicitor. The team focuses on cost-effective, efficient advice to ensure value for money while meeting the community's complex needs.
Skills and Qualifications
* Extensive experience in Childcare Law and practice, including advocacy experience.
* Qualified lawyer, preferably with experience in local government or private practice.
* Highly organized with excellent IT and communication skills, capable of working flexibly both independently and as part of a team.
* Excellent communication, organizational, and negotiation skills, with the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
* A genuine passion for improving outcomes for children and supporting families in achieving stability and independence.
Benefits
* Starting with 34 days of annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with long service.
* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), a defined benefit, salary-linked scheme, with generous employer contributions.
* 3x salary life cover via LGPS.
* Investment in personal development.
* Free parking at HBC sites.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Access to extensive employee benefits, including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub, and Employee Assistance Programme.
If you are a suitable candidate and wish to work for this reputable Council, please apply via their website: jobs.halton.gov.uk/members/modules/job/detail.php?record=100. Early applications are encouraged as the vacancy may close before the deadline.
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