Childcare Solicitor

Childcare Solicitor required to join a great local authority in Bedfordshire for an initial 12 month fixed term contract.

As a Childcare Solicitor, you will be assisting the provision of an efficient legal service to the Council, its executive, committees and to departments. You will also be responsible for a personal caseload including providing legal advice in relation to childcare matters.

This is an amazing opportunity to work for a council with a range of excellent staff benefits which include, but will not be limited to:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Car allowance
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Gym memberships
• Payment of SRA Practising Certificate

The successful candidate for the Childcare Solicitor role would be a fully enrolled Solicitor or Barrister and also demonstrate:

• Experience of advocacy
• Ability to prioritise broad caseload
• Knowledge and understanding of English Law and legislation with comprehensive knowledge of Childcare Law

Experience of working within a local authority is desirable, however candidates from private sector will be strongly considered.

We encourage interested applicants to apply immediately to be considered for short listing. Alternatively should you require further information or wish to discuss your suitability before applying please contact Alexis Aarons in our Manchester office for a confidential discussion.

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