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Principal Childcare Lawyer

Posted 6 hours 22 minutes ago by LAW Absolute

Permanent
Full Time
Other
London, United Kingdom
Job Description

A local authority based in Berkshire is seeking a locum Principal Childcare Lawyer to start immediately.

Responsibilities
  • Lead Service Transformation - Drive strategic improvements across childcare legal services.
  • Support the Interim Strategic Lead - Provide support on all matters falling under their remit.
  • Court Compliance and Case Progression - Monitor and enforce adherence to the 26 week care proceedings, identify delays and implement corrective actions to meet judicial expectations.
  • Advocacy Coordination and Support - Work closely with the Strategic Lead to increase the number of cases referred to the in house team.
  • Training and Development - Mentor junior lawyers and deliver targeted training on childcare law, PLO procedures, advocacy skills, and court protocols.
  • Hybrid working - All staff are expected to collect their equipment and return it in person. Applicants must be able to travel to and from Berkshire. Occasional in person staff days will occur.
Qualifications
  • Previous management experience is essential.
How to Apply

To register an interest in the role, please send an updated CV to .

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