Senior Safeguarding Litigator: Children and Adults (Hybrid)

Connected Local Government; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking qualified legal professionals for safeguarding children and adult litigation roles. This includes maternity cover, permanent full-time, and part-time positions. The selected candidates will manage a diverse case load, provide legal advice, and represent clients in court. The position offers training, development opportunities, and a hybrid working model. Ideal candidates will hold a practicing certificate and have relevant experience in litigation and advocacy.

Benefits

27.5 days annual leave increasing to 32.5 after 5 years

Cycle to work scheme

Travel and parking discounts

Exceptional Maternity and Paternity leave

Local Government Pension

Access to Employee Healthcare

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding children and adult litigation.
• Ability to draft legal documents and court applications.
• Aptitude for advising on legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard children and manage adult litigation cases.
• Conduct and manage case load in the Court of Protection.
• Advocate on legal hearings and instruct counsel when required.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Practice rights in Civil Litigation

Experience in Children Act 1989

Experience in Adoption and Children Act 2002

Experience in Mental Health Act 1983

Education

Current practicing certificate

Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives

Job description

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking qualified legal professionals for safeguarding children and adult litigation roles. This includes maternity cover, permanent full-time, and part-time positions. The selected candidates will manage a diverse case load, provide legal advice, and represent clients in court. The position offers training, development opportunities, and a hybrid working model. Ideal candidates will hold a practicing certificate and have relevant experience in litigation and advocacy.