Senior Legal Officer

Service Care Solutions is currently working with a local authority in Manchester to recruit an experienced Senior Legal Officer specialising in Family and Childcare Law.

This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional with strong experience in children and families work to join an established Legal Services team on a 3-month rolling contract, with the benefit of fully remote working.

• Job Title: Senior Legal Officer – Family & Childcare
• Location: Manchester/Remote
• Contract: 3-month rolling contract
• Rate: £25.00–£30.00 per hour Umbrella, depending on experience
• PAYE Rate: Approx. £21.91–£26.28 per hour PAYE, inclusive of holiday pay

The successful Senior Legal Officer will undertake a wide range of legal casework relating to children and families in both public and private law, including matters arising before and after proceedings.

You will provide high-quality legal advice and representation to the Council, ensuring cases are managed effectively and in accordance with relevant legislation, regulations, guidance and professional standards.

Key responsibilities as a Senior Legal Officer:

• Conduct a wide range of legal casework with minimum supervision, including more complex matters relating to children and families in public and private law.
• Provide clear and accurate legal advice to clients on relevant legal issues, policies, practices and procedures.
• Negotiate and draft legal documentation, including briefs and instructions to in-house advocates and external counsel.
• Maintain effective management and administration of case files in accordance with quality assurance requirements.
• Undertake legal research to a high professional standard and maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legal developments.
• Provide legal support to the Group Head, Principal Lawyers and Senior Lawyers.

About you as a Senior Legal Officer:

• Strong experience within Family and Childcare Law.
• Experience of working on cases pre- and post-proceedings.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, guidance and legal procedures relating to children and families.
• Experience providing legal advice and representation to local authorities or similar public sector organisations.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and legal research skills.
• The ability to manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

 
If you are interested in discussing this opportunity, please contact Aanisah Khan at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email aanisah.khan@servicecare.org.uk.

Referral Bonus: We also offer a referral bonus of up to £200 for successful referrals. If you know a legal professional who may be suitable for this role, please get in touch.