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This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-regarded local authority legal team that plays a key role in supporting children’s services. The team is known for its collaborative culture, high professional standards, and commitment to safeguarding public service excellence.

Your new role

• Managing Deprivation of Liberty (DOL) and Secure Accommodation proceedings.
• Drafting applications, threshold statements, case summaries, and orders.
• Handling Section 7 and Section 37 matters.
• Providing advocacy in court.
• Advising on all aspects of care and adoption proceedings.
• Leading routine and complex cases under the direction of the Principal Lawyer.
• Supervising and supporting legal assistants to deliver successful outcomes.

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive with a current practising certificate (England & Wales).
• 1–3 years post-qualification experience in the social care sector.
• Strong understanding of local government and experience in a political environment.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Proven experience in the public sector, ideally within local government.
• Excellent communication, advocacy, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage complex workloads and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary between £46,000 and £52,000.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Supportive team culture and opportunities for career development.
• Exposure to high-impact legal work in a meaningful public service context.
• Local authority pension scheme and employee benefits.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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