Childcare Lawyer
Location: West Yorkshire | Flexible Working Salary: Competitive | Generous Benefits Package
A public body in West Yorkshire is looking for a Childcare Lawyer on a permanent basis to join their vibrant community where kindness, innovation and collaboration are at the heart of what they do. Join a fantastic team of highly professional lawyers on a well-supported Children and Adults Safeguarding team, in working together to protect vulnerable children and adults.
The Role
As a Junior Lawyer you will be in amongst experienced professionals working together to provide support, critical decision-making, and advice for those who need it most.
- High-Impact Cases: You'll work on high-profile cases in Family Courts and statutory tribunals, supporting the best possible outcomes for vulnerable individuals
- Broad Legal Expertise: Work on all aspects of children's law covering a wide spectrum of legal challenges, offering both variety and depth
- Supportive Environment: Join a large, collaborative team with a strong emphasis on mentorship, where your growth and well-being are as important as the quality of your work
- Legal Strategy: Provide strategic guidance on complex and sensitive cases, ensuring that all actions align with the Council's objectives and legal requirements
- A Supportive Learning Environment: Be mentored by experienced Principal lawyers, in a collaborative atmosphere where knowledge-sharing and support are paramount, and progression is actively encouraged
What You Bring
- Fully qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEx with Childcare experience
- A desire to advance your legal career
- A keen interest and passion for safeguarding, family law or public sector legal service
Benefits
- Salary of £39,186 - £47,420 dependent on experience
- Strong sense of community
- Tailored caseload to accommodate all levels of experience
- Varied workload
- Hybrid working with significant remote working
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Emphasis on work-life balance and employee health and wellbeing program
- Ample opportunity for career advancement and professional development
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're looking for a challenging, and equally rewarding role where your career progression and pre-existing experience will be valued and encouraged, while making a huge impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us protect what matters most.