Senior Childcare Lawyer & Team Lead, Local Government

Devon County Council; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Principal Lawyer in Childcare Law to lead a skilled team focused on safeguarding children and managing complex legal proceedings. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor or barrister with extensive experience in childcare law, capable of strategic leadership and court representation. This role offers a competitive salary and generous benefits within an organization committed to public service and transformation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous benefits

Commitment to public service

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified solicitor or barrister.
• Extensive experience in childcare law is essential.
• Ability to lead strategically and represent in court.

Responsibilities

• Lead a skilled team focused on safeguarding children.
• Manage complex legal proceedings in childcare law.

Education

Qualified solicitor or barrister

Extensive experience in childcare law

Job description

A local government authority is seeking a Principal Lawyer in Childcare Law to lead a skilled team focused on safeguarding children and managing complex legal proceedings. The ideal candidate must be a qualified solicitor or barrister with extensive experience in childcare law, capable of strategic leadership and court representation. This role offers a competitive salary and generous benefits within an organization committed to public service and transformation.