Team Lawyer – People

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Wigan; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable legal services provider is looking for a qualified Team Lawyer specializing in Children’s Social Care law. The role involves managing legal cases, providing advice, and advocating in court. Candidates should have experience in care proceedings and public sector law. This temporary role offers flexible hybrid working and the chance to make a difference in children’s lives.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Collaborative team environment

Opportunity to make a difference in children's lives

Qualifications

• Qualified legal professional with post-qualification experience in care proceedings.
• Strong advocacy skills for representing clients in legal proceedings.
• Experience in managing children's social care legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children’s social care legal matters.
• Provide legal advice to stakeholders.
• Advocate in court and other statutory hearings.
• Draft legal documentation and supervise junior staff.

Skills

Public sector legal knowledge

Care proceedings experience

Advocacy skills

Ability to manage complex cases

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive

Job description

What's involved with this role:

JOB TITLE: Team Lawyer – People

REF: 000A 4104 / 1

Pay rate: £35.00 - £65.00 per hour

Role length: 3-month assignment

Job type: Interim

Location: Wigan (Hybrid / Home working considered)

Postcode: WN1 3DS

Hours: 37 per week

Contract Type: Temporary

The role:

Our client is seeking a qualified Team Lawyer to join their Legal Services team, specialising in Children’s Social Care law. You’ll advise and represent our client in legal proceedings including care proceedings, safeguarding orders, and adoption. Experience in Adult Social Care or Health law is desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage a caseload of children’s social care legal matters
2. Provide legal advice to internal and external stakeholders
3. Advocate in court and other statutory hearings
4. Draft legal documentation and supervise junior staff

What the client is looking for:

1. Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive
2. Post-qualification experience in care proceedings and advocacy
3. Strong knowledge of public sector legal work
4. Ability to manage complex cases with minimal supervision

What the client offers:

1. Flexible hybrid working
2. Collaborative and supportive team
3. Opportunity to make a difference in children’s lives

How to Apply:

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