6-month contract position with a local authority

Summary

This is a 6-month contract position with a local authority, focused on providing high-quality legal advice and support in Education law. The role is crucial in ensuring the Council meets its statutory obligations and strategic objectives. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of both routine and complex matters, working with minimal supervision while delivering a professional, customer-focused legal service.

Provide clear, accurate, and timely legal advice to Council services and elected Members.
Manage a diverse caseload of education-related legal matters, ensuring compliance with professional standards and internal procedures.
Undertake advocacy in courts, tribunals, and hearings where required.
Attend committee meetings and provide legal and procedural advice, including outside normal working hours where necessary.
Draft and review legal documents, reports, contracts, and agreements.
Conduct legal research and apply findings to support decision-making and case strategy.

Proven experience in Education law and/or Local Government legal services.
Ability to manage complex and sensitive cases independently.
Strong advocacy skills with experience representing clients in legal proceedings.
Excellent drafting and analytical skills.

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx).

The role closes soon, apply ASAP.