Hybrid Locum Solicitor for Children's Social Care

CRA Group Limited; Sefton; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking an experienced Locum Solicitor to join its Children's Social Care Legal team on a temporary basis. The role offers hybrid working and demands strong experience in public law children's matters within a local authority. Responsibilities include providing legal advice, managing a caseload, and representing the Council in court. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in public law and possess excellent communication skills. Apply now for an opportunity with a supportive legal team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience handling public law children cases within a local authority setting.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance and case law.
• Experience of court work and legal advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and representation on matters relating to children and families.
• Manage a caseload including care proceedings and emergency protection orders.
• Represent the Council in court proceedings.

Skills

Public law knowledge

Legal advocacy

High-volume caseload management

Communication skills

Professional judgment

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Tools

Legal case management systems

Job description

A local authority in the UK is seeking an experienced Locum Solicitor to join its Children's Social Care Legal team on a temporary basis. The role offers hybrid working and demands strong experience in public law children's matters within a local authority. Responsibilities include providing legal advice, managing a caseload, and representing the Council in court. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in public law and possess excellent communication skills. Apply now for an opportunity with a supportive legal team.