Solicitor/Team Leader - Education Law

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious legal firm is seeking a dynamic and experienced Solicitor/Team Leader for their Public Law Division focusing on Education & Children's Rights. This hybrid role offers flexibility and includes responsibilities like case management and departmental contributions. The firm provides a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and comprehensive benefits including annual leave and pension.

Benefits

27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Pension scheme, life assurance, and sick pay

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Access to legal expertise, coaching, and mentoring

Qualifications

• 6+ years post qualification experience (PQE).
• Experience in Public Law - Education & Children's Rights is preferred.
• Strong organizational and supervisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of client matters in line with firm policies.
• Maintain and manage a personal diary system.
• Ensure compliance with legal aid requirements.

Skills

Case Management

Regulatory Compliance

Communication

Process Improvement

Technology Utilisation

Education

Solicitor Qualification

Job description

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HarKaye Core Talent

Location:

london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

A prestigious legal firm is seeking a dynamic and experienced Solicitor / Team Leader to join their Public Law - (Education & Children's Rights) Division. This hybrid role offers the perfect blend of home and office working, providing flexibility and work-life balance.

Job Title – Team Leader – Public Rights Law - (Education & Children's Rights)

Location – London – Hybrid working available

Salary - DOE / PQE

Experience - 6+ Years PQE

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Manage a caseload of client matters in line with firm policies, ensuring adherence to the firm’s file management and supervisory procedures.
• Diary and Task Management: Maintain and manage a personal diary system, including timely action of bring-up dates and critical deadlines in accordance with firm protocols.
• Technology Utilisation: Ensure the effective use of the case management system, legal databases, and general office IT systems to support case progression and administration.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities for improved efficiency and effectiveness within the team’s workflows and administrative processes.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with legal aid requirements, including accurate completion of forms and adherence to procedural standards.
• Professional Standards: Maintain compliance with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) guidelines and all other applicable legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Departmental Contribution: Actively contribute to the development, marketing, and success of the Public Law Department through participation in business development and client engagement initiatives.
• Internal Communication: Foster and maintain effective communication within the team and across the Simpson Millar group to support collaboration and integrated service delivery.
• External Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strong relationships with external organisations to support client outcomes and departmental growth.
• Staff Supervision: Provide supervision, guidance, and support to junior staff, contributing to their development and ensuring high standards of work across the team.
• Competitive base salary with a realistic and achievable bonus scheme
• 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Flexible working arrangements
• Pension scheme, life assurance, and sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Access to legal expertise, coaching, and mentoring