Principal Lawyer - Education/Special Needs and Disabilities
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Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives through legal expertise and do you thrive in a committed, friendly and supportive team?
We are looking for a senior legal professional who will provide expert legal advice, represent clients, and can teach, cascade and mentor staff in the Legal Services Unit (LSU). You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with legal standards and may also be involved in developing legal strategies.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a Local Authority committed to high legal standards and to making a difference for the benefit of our community. If you are passionate about Education/Special Education Needs & Disabilities and have a proven track record of success, we encourage you to apply now.
Responsibilities will include:
* Developing and putting in place programmes of development which are informed by national best practice up to date law and developments in law.
* Developing and supporting the growth of consistent subject matter expertise within LSU. Undertaking highly complex, high risk legal cases and complex advocacy. Coaching and mentorship within LSU to develop others through training and sharing of expert knowledge.
* Developing and delivering a selling services strategy within your subject area.
We are looking for you to:
* Be a subject matter expert with the ability to interpret complex legislation and provide high-quality legal advice to a range of stakeholders
* Demonstrate excellent communication skills to train, mentor, and support the development of legal colleagues
* Show commercial awareness and contribute to the marketing and growth of legal services
* Possess strong prioritisation and organisational skills, with the ability to manage complex legal casework and competing pressures
“We’re happy to talk flexible working”
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Legal
* Industries
Government Administration
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