Lawyer - Childcare x 3
Vacancy Details
Summary | |
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Vacancy Group: | Full Time Permanent |
Category: | Governance & Customer |
Closing Date: | 25/09/2022 |
Date Posted: | 13/09/2022 |
Reference: | 06151 |
Description
G11 £37,890 - £40,876
Dealing primarily with child care work and advising the Social Care Department in relation to all legal requirements safeguarding children under the relevant legislation. A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEx Lawyer (with litigation advocacy rights) you will have experience of advocacy in the courts and preferably a background in Public Law (although a strong background in law and willingness to retrain will be considered). You will be able to provide robust and risk-assessed advice and expect a varied and challenging caseload. You will need to be adaptable and flexible and prepared to react to difficult and pressurised situations. The ability to multi-task and work collaboratively as a team is essential.
Additional Information
For all roles a pro-active, flexible and strategic approach to work is vital. We use an electronic case management system, e-bundling and Court portal so all candidates need to be highly IT literate. In return we can offer you an opportunity to work in a fast paced, friendly, working environment. In return you will be part of a service which encourages development. You will be able to work in an agile way and we promote flexible and home working through our Modern Ways of Working.
We have an attractive benefits package, including salary and can offer:
• The opportunity to bring your innovative ideas to drive forward improvements
• A great team environment to work within
• Excellent development opportunities including access to one-to-one coaching and continued professional development to enhance your skills
• Generous annual leave (up to 31 days after 10 years’ continuous service)
• Flexible working and other employee rewards and discounts
• Local Government Pension Scheme
If you want to find out more about the role email matthew.foster@wrexham.gov.uk
The Council is committed to developing its bilingual workforce and welcomes applications from candidates who demonstrate their capability to work in both English and Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
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Contacts | |
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Contact 1 | |
Contact Name: | Matthew Foster |
Telephone: | 01978 292221 |
Email Address: | matthew.foster@wrexham.gov.uk |