Locum Principal Childcare Lawyer with Management – Midlands - Hybrid Working – 3-6 Months – up to £65 - 75 per hour Umbrella
Venn Group’s specialist legal team are currently working with an established Local Authority in the Midlands who are recruiting for a Locum Senior Childcare Lawyer with Management responsibilities to join their department.
This is a full-time position however candidates with part-time availability may also be considered. The role is offered for an initial period of 3-6 months with the possibility of extension and will be worked on a partially remote basis.
This opportunity is suitable for an experienced Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with professional experience gained within Local Government.
The successful candidate will have previously managed a team of Childcare Lawyers within a Local Authority and have handled a caseload of complex Public Law matters.
Duties may include:
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Holding management responsibilities for a large team of Lawyers and Paralegals, including Senior Lawyers
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Contributing to the management of the team and attending management meetings
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Holding a small caseload of complex Childcare cases
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Allocating and delegating relevant work to appropriate internal parties
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Advising upon and conducting proceedings relating to the care and protection of children and young people to secure the proper course of action and balanced and favourable judgements
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Providing legal advice and support services to clients and other witnesses and advising on the appropriate course of action in both civil and criminal proceedings
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An hourly rate of up to £75 per hour (Umbrella) is offered for this position.
For further information, please contact Philippa Stoate or Emma Walker on 0121 616 0660, alternatively email midlandslegal@venngroup.com
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.