Child Protection Solicitor - Public Law, Hybrid

Leicester Bus Partnership; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexi-time

Local Government Pension Scheme

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

Leicester City Council is recruiting for a qualified lawyer to join our Child Protection legal team. The role covers public law matters, providing legal advice and advocacy on behalf of the Council, with exposure to judicial review challenges and a varied workload.

This hybrid role offers 37 hours per week, a competitive salary (£44,253 - £56,293) and a comprehensive benefits package, including pension contributions and generous holiday entitlement.

Qualifications

• Experience in public law with advocacy and advisory skills.
• Proven negotiating skills and risk management awareness.
• Strong organisational and proactive work style.

Responsibilities

• Handle a public law caseload, providing high-quality legal advice and advocacy for the Council.
• Work on a wide range of child protection matters and assist with judicial review challenges.
• Collaborate with the client department to deliver quality service and professional development.

Skills

Advocacy

Negotiation

Advisory skills

Communication

Risk management

Job description

Leicester City Council is recruiting for a qualified lawyer to join our Child Protection legal team. The role covers public law matters, providing legal advice and advocacy on behalf of the Council, with exposure to judicial review challenges and a varied workload.

This hybrid role offers 37 hours per week, a competitive salary (£44,253 - £56,293) and a comprehensive benefits package, including pension contributions and generous holiday entitlement.