Senior Lawyer needed in Bolton Paying £30 per hr ref 000A A9E9 / 1
Full time hours on a temporary basis
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver clear, accurate oral and written legal advice on procedural issues, policy matters, and individual case studies involving child protection.
* Assess relevant law, evidence, and expert opinions; advise on possible courses of action and brief Counsel where appropriate, including participation in Child Protection Meetings and Statutory Reviews.
* Support teams in drafting and revising policy and procedure documents to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
* Provide timely legal advice in response to queries from senior stakeholders.
* Advise on legislative changes, government guidelines, and case law developments impacting service provision.
* Identify and mitigate legal risks that could lead to litigation or maladministration.
* Advise on specific case matters, evaluating evidence and recommending the most appropriate form of proceedings in relation to Child Protection.
* Act as legal advisor to Adoption and Fostering Panels or equivalent bodies.
* Represent the organization at hearings and provide expert advocacy as required.
If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.
Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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