Education Solicitor (NQ-3 PQE): Regulatory & Governance

Farrar Levin Legal Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Farrar Levin Legal Recruitment is seeking an Education Solicitor (NQ-3 PQE) for a Leeds education team. You will advise schools, academy trusts, FE institutions and universities across the UK with exposure to regulatory, governance and compliance matters from day one.

The role covers statutory policies, Equality Act and SEND, admissions, FOI/Data Protection, governance support and education sector litigation, in a collaborative, client-facing environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with experience in education law.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and provide commercial advice.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise educational institutions on regulatory, governance and compliance matters.
• Handle admissions, exclusions and representations before the Schools Adjudicator.
• Support academy trusts with governance, contracts and procurement issues.
• Assist with education sector litigation including regulatory proceedings.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Organised communication

Collaborative approach

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Farrar Levin Legal Recruitment is seeking an Education Solicitor (NQ-3 PQE) for a Leeds education team. You will advise schools, academy trusts, FE institutions and universities across the UK with exposure to regulatory, governance and compliance matters from day one.

The role covers statutory policies, Equality Act and SEND, admissions, FOI/Data Protection, governance support and education sector litigation, in a collaborative, client-facing environment.