Childcare Solicitor

Spencer Clarke Group Ltd.; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the Northeast is seeking an experienced Childcare Solicitor for an initial 6-month contract with flexible hybrid working. The successful candidate will manage legal queries related to family law, providing expert advice and representation within the local authority framework. This role is ideal for a qualified legal professional with a strong background in children's law and family-related legal matters.

Benefits

Access to various opportunities

Free DBS checks

Post Placement Aftercare

Loyalty reward scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified legal professional with experience in children's law.
• Strong skills in legal analysis and providing clear advice.
• Experienced in care proceedings and family law matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice in care proceedings and family law matters.
• Manage legal queries from Children's Services Directorate.
• Collaborate to ensure compliance with legal standards.

Skills

Research skills

Legal analysis

Education

Current practising certificate

Job description

Childcare Solicitor

Rate: £50-£60 per hour - Negotiable DOE

Contract Length: 6-month initial contract

Northeast Local Authority

Flexible Hybrid Working

We are working with a local authority based in the Northeast region who are seeking an experienced Childcare Solicitor to join their team. The successful candidate will have extensive experience covering childcare related matters in a local authority setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and representation in care proceedings and family law matters.
• Manage legal queries from the Children and Young People Services Directorate.
• Conduct research to address more complex legal issues affecting operational matters.
• Collaborate with the legal team to ensure compliance with Law Society, Professional Standards and Lexcel accreditation.

Key Requirements

• Qualified legal professional with a current practising certificate
• Experienced in children's law, including care proceedings and family law matters.
• Strong research and legal analysis skills.
• The ability to provide clear legal advice on complex issues.

About Spencer Clarke Group

Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way.

When you join us, you will receive:

• Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities
• Free DBS checks
• Post Placement Aftercare
• Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals

If you are interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Max using the contact details below:

01772 954200

We also offer a market leading referral scheme of up to £250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to email their CV to Max and remember to include your details as well.

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