Lawyer - Social Care & Education

i-Jobs; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Lawyer for a role focused on providing legal advice in social care and education based in London. The ideal candidate will have local government experience and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include handling legal matters, supervising junior staff, and maintaining client relationships. The position offers a pay rate of £40.16 per hour.

Qualifications

• Local government experience is required.
• Strong analytical legal skills and good communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and commit to Shared Legal Service principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality legal advice in social care and education.
• Handle complex legal matters and draft documents.
• Support and supervise junior staff.

Skills

Legal advice

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Qualified solicitor, barrister, or chartered legal executive

Job description

Lawyer - Social Care & Education

Location: London Road, SM4 5DX
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 4+ Month
Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £40.16 per hour
Job Ref: (phone number removed)

Job Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality legal advice in various areas like children's and adults' social care, education, and more.
• Handle a large caseload of complex matters and draft necessary legal documents.
• Offer creative legal solutions to support service changes and client needs.
• Represent the service's interests within the council and with external clients.
• Support and supervise junior staff, and deputize for senior legal roles when needed.
• Advise elected members and senior managers on legal issues.
• Prepare for and attend court, arbitration, or mediation as needed.
• Maintain and improve client relationships.
• Keep clients informed of new legislation and provide training if necessary.
• Negotiate with solicitors and other professionals on behalf of the authorities.

Person Specifications

• Must Have:
  • Qualified solicitor, barrister, or chartered legal executive with local government experience.
  • Good knowledge of relevant legislation and decision-making processes.
  • Strong analytical legal skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and adapt to client needs.
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Commitment to the Shared Legal Service principles.
• Nice to Have:
  • Ability to travel to client offices or courts as needed.
  • Experience in managing and developing staff.
  • Willingness to attend out-of-hours meetings or emergencies.
  • Performance-oriented with effective management skills.

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