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Childcare LawyerCivic Recruitment Limited • Lambeth, England, UK
Childcare Lawyer

Childcare Lawyer

Civic Recruitment Limited • Lambeth, England, UK
27 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Temporary
Job description

3 Month Contract With A Local Authority


Job Purpose

To provide high-quality solutions-focused legal advice and representation on childcare law matters supporting the Council and its partners in delivering effective legal services. The role is responsible for managing a varied childcare caseload representing the Council in legal proceedings and ensuring services are delivered in accordance with professional standards legislation and Council policies.




Key Responsibilities

  • Provide expert legal advice and manage a varied caseload of childcare law matters.
  • Prepare and progress court applications including drafting legal documents case summaries threshold documents and court orders.
  • Represent the Council in courts tribunals inquiries committees and other legal proceedings as required.
  • Advise Childrens Services on case progress ensuring statutory deadlines and agreed timescales are met.
  • Monitor developments in legislation case law and regulatory requirements providing advice on their impact.
  • Build and maintain effective working relationships with client departments Counsel external agencies and other stakeholders.
  • Prepare reports and provide legal advice to committees sub-committees and working groups.
  • Support service improvement initiatives projects and corporate programmes as directed.
  • Use the case management system and departmental procedures to ensure efficient and consistent service delivery.
  • Provide professional support guidance and supervision to trainees junior lawyers and other team members where required.
  • Contribute to staff recruitment team development and the achievement of service performance targets.
  • Ensure compliance with Council policies financial regulations equal opportunities and professional standards.


Requirements

  • Qualified Solicitor Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate (or equivalent professional qualification).
  • Significant experience managing childcare law cases within a local authority or similar legal environment.
  • Strong knowledge of childcare legislation family law court procedures and relevant case law.
  • Experience preparing legal documentation and representing clients in court proceedings.
  • Ability to manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent advocacy negotiation and legal drafting skills.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Experience supervising or mentoring junior colleagues is desirable.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure while managing competing priorities.


Additional Information

  • Location: London Borough Of Lambeth
  • Hours per Week: 35 hours
  • Pay: Bi-weekly payments



Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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