Solicitor – Education – Competitive Salary

Recruitment Avenue; Bristol; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in law seeks a dedicated Solicitor specializing in education. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team focused on delivering exceptional legal services to maintained schools and academies. The firm's open and collegiate culture fosters collaboration and innovation, making it a great place for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the education sector. Join a team that values quality guidance and a supportive work environment, and help shape the future of education law.

Qualifications

• At least one year PQE required.
• Demonstrable experience in education law is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance in the education sector.
• Focus on maintained schools and academies.

Skills

Knowledge of education sector

Experience with maintained schools

Admissions

Exclusions

Governance

Safeguarding

Special Educational Needs

School Land

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Job Title – Solicitor – Education

Department/Sector – Legal

Job Location – Exeter or Bristol

Salary – Competitive

As a leading law firm, our client provides proactive, responsive and quality legal guidance across a comprehensive range of services.

Our client’s open and collegiate culture is recognised as a strength by both clients and employees. They are proud of their culture, which has helped to foster a dynamic law firm.

Their collegiate style allows them to work well as a team and towards our common aim of delivering exceptional client service.

Due to the success of the Education team, they have an opportunity for a solicitor to join the growing team.

The role will be a general education role, but with a focus on maintained schools and academies.

Experience Required:

• Knowledge of and experience in the education sector, ideally with demonstrable experience of working with maintained schools and academies.
• Admissions
• Exclusions
• Governance
• Safeguarding
• Special Educational Needs
• School Land
• Applicants will have gained at least one year’s PQE.