Lead Legal Officer – Children’s Social Care

Leeds Safe Roads Partnership; Leeds; On-site; GBP 46,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Leeds is seeking a Principal Legal Officer to manage legal work primarily in Children's Social Care Law. The successful candidate will handle a substantial caseload with advocacy responsibilities, supported by a team. Key qualifications include being a qualified solicitor or barrister and possessing advocacy certification. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual leave

Membership of the pension fund

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Career pathway and development opportunities

Staff benefits for wellbeing

Qualifications

• Demonstrate essential skills for the position.
• Experience of managing and dealing with a personal caseload.
• Experience of advocacy and providing legal advice.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a substantial personal caseload in Children's Social Care Legal Work.
• Draft and issue necessary court and other documentation.
• Contribute directly to the generation of external income.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to prioritise workload

Manage caseload

Advocacy in contested hearings

Teamwork and flexibility

Education

Solicitor or Barrister entitled to hold a practising certificate

Legal Executive Advocate Certificate (Family)

Job description

A local government organization in Leeds is seeking a Principal Legal Officer to manage legal work primarily in Children's Social Care Law. The successful candidate will handle a substantial caseload with advocacy responsibilities, supported by a team. Key qualifications include being a qualified solicitor or barrister and possessing advocacy certification. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development.