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Service Care Legal are currently recruiting for a London Borough Council who are seeking a Locum Childcare Lawyer to join their team on a contract basis.
Please find below further details with regards to this position and assignment.
ROLE: Childcare Lawyer LOCATION: West London RATE: £50.00 to £55.00 per hour CONTRACT: 6 to 9 month maternity cover, full time
Please note that this would be hybrid working (1 or 2 days in the office per week)
The Role of the Childcare Lawyer
To manage a personal caseload of Childcare Law cases through to completion
To hold a mixed caseload of care proceedings and pre-proceedings
Other matters will include designation of authority, secure accommodation, age assessment judicial reviews and deprivation of liberty authorisations
The Person
A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with a minimum of 12 months' PQE
Previous experience of care proceedings within a local authority
Experienced in undertaking own advocacy
If this Childcare Lawyer role sounds like an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out to Lloyd Stanley on 01772 208969, or email Lloyd.stanley@servicecare.org.uk.
We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £500.
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Type: Contract Location: London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 6 to 9 months
Salary / Rate: £50 - £55 per hour
Posted: 2024-04-15 14:15:27
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Assistant Director of Legal (Monitoring Officer)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Assistant Director of Legal (Monitoring Officer) to join a local authority, based in Lincolnshire, for a period of 4-6 months.
This hybrid business model requires a candidate with monitoring officer experience, who can ensure that the council meets its legal and statutory obligations as set out in the Localism Act 2011, Local Government & Housing Act 1989, as amended by Local Government Act 2000.
ROLE: Assistant Director of Legal
RATE: £70-£90ph
LOCATION: Lincolnshire (hybrid)
CONTRACT: 4 to 6 months
Key Responsibilities
Discharging the Monitoring Officer functions set out in the Localism Act 2011, the Local Government Act 2000, the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 and elsewhere.
Providing high quality legal advice to the Council, Chief Officers and Elected Members to underpin effective decision making, meet statutory requirements and ensure good general practice.
Leading the effective planning, organisation, delivery and continuous improvement and efficiency of all related services, resources and allocated budgets, through service delivery, efficiency and improvement plans as required.
Key Requirements
Monitoring Officer experience is essential.
Experience of providing high quality legal advice to the Council, Chief Officers and Elected Members.
Experience of overseeing a wide range of sensitive and high-profile cases including new initiatives, policy development, major projects, constitutional issues, standards, ethics, corporate governance, corporate legal issues and other complex administrative areas of public law.
Benefits
Weekly pay
Hybrid working
Flexible hours
If this Assistant Legal Director vacancy sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, then please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on 01772208969 , or email Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk.
We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Lincolnshire, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 4-6 months
Salary / Rate: £70 - £90 per hour
Posted: 2024-04-14 20:18:11
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Personal Injury Solicitor - Scottish Qualified
A highly regarded law firm is seeking a Scottish Qualified Legal Professional within Personal Inquiry Law.
The firm is passionate about providing clients with the best possible legal advice and representation.
With a strong track record of success in personal injury cases, this company is committed to helping clients get the compensation they deserve.
Job Description
This company is looking for a motivated and experienced Scottish Solicitor to join their team as a Personal Injury Solicitor.
The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of Scottish law and the personal injury process, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
This role is Fully remote working and can be done from home, flexible on location.
Key Responsibilities
Advising clients on their legal rights and options following personal injury legislation.
Preparing and managing claims on behalf of clients
Negotiating settlements with insurers
Representing clients in court
Qualifications and Experience
Qualified Scottish solicitor
2+ years' experience in personal injury law
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desired Skills
Experience in Scottish Personal Injury law, inclusive of RTA, Credit Hire, EL and Clinical negligence
Good understanding of credit/debt hire controls
Use of Proclaim
Key Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to work with a team of experienced and passionate lawyers
Chance to make a real difference to the lives of your clients
Healthy Bonus Scheme
How to Apply
If you are a Scottish Qualified Solicitor with experience in personal injury law, this is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded law firm.
If you are interested in this Personal Injury Solicitor position, please submit your CV to me on beth.kirby@servicecare.org.uk or 01772208969 .
If you know someone who may be interested in this post, please send over the advert as we offer a £250 referral bonus if a candidate is placed ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Greenock, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £60000 per annum + Healthy Bonus Scheme
Posted: 2024-04-11 16:42:04
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Conveyancing Assistant
Job Description
A highly professional Law firm is seeking a motivated and organised Conveyancing Assistant to join their expanding team.
The successful candidate will support the Head of Department and a team of Solicitors and Conveyancing professionals with administrative support to ensure the delivery of excellent client care from inception to completion of their property transactions.
Responsibilities
Preparing quotes
Dealing with straight forward enquiries
Diary management
Preparing documents for each stage of the property transaction when required to do so by the file handler
Carrying out various requests from the file handlers in order to assist them with the running of the transaction.
Taking calls, transferring through to the relevant file handler or taking messages
Requirements
Previous experience of working within a conveyancing department
Excellent communication and literacy skills
Flexible attitude to work
Excellent organisational skills
The ability to work independently
Excellent time management skills
Experience of using Microsoft Office packages and case management system
Opportunity
This role creates an opportunity for the right person to grow and make the role their own.
The successful candidate will be provided with the opportunity to work with a team of specialists in their thriving residential and commercial property departments.
You will be joining a company which puts a huge emphasis on providing an excellent service to its clients.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this Conveyancing assistant position, please submit your CV to me on beth.kirby@servicecare.org.uk or 01772208969 .
If you know someone who may be interested in this post, please send over the advert as we offer a £250 referral bonus if a candidate is placed. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Leeds, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £21000 - £24000 per annum
Posted: 2024-04-11 10:26:48
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Service Care Legal are currently recruiting on behalf of a Legal 500 and Chambers recommended firm who are seeking a Childcare Solicitor to join their growing team.
Please find below further details with regards to this opportunity.ROLE: Childcare Solicitor LOCATION: Hammersmith, West London SALARY: £40,000 to £50,000 (DOE) PQE: 3 years'+The Role of the Childcare Solicitor
To manage a caseload of Childcare Law matters with focus on public law/publicly funded matters
Undertake a variety of work including public law, child protection, SGO and adoption matters
Undertake advocacy where possible to ensure consistency for the clients
The Person
Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of 3 years' PQE
Experience in managing a caseload of publicly funded Childcare Law matters
Working towards Law Society's Children Law accreditation
The Benefits
Flexible working arrangements
Competitive package
If this Senior Housing Disrepair Lawyer role sounds like an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out to Lloyd Stanley on 01772 208969, or email Lloyd.stanley@servicecare.org.uk.
We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £500. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Hammersmith and Fulham, England
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £50000 per annum
Posted: 2024-04-09 17:09:18
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Service Care Legal are recruiting on behalf of a London Borough Council who are seeking a Senior Housing Disrepair Lawyer to join their team on a contract basis.
Please find below further details with regards to this opportunity.
ROLE: Senior Housing Disrepair Lawyer LOCATION: North London RATE: £45.00 to £50.00 per hour CONTRACT: 3 months with possibility of extension
Please note that this is a hybrid working role, with 2 days in the office per week
The Role
To carry a varied caseload and will undertake all aspects of legal work relating to housing disrepair cases at all stages of Pre-Litigation/Litigation
To manage the 3 legal officers and drive the team agenda
compliance with the Housing Disrepair Pre-Action Protocol, provide advice on the management of risk on complex and contentious legal issues and to represent the Council in court and conduct advocacy where appropriate
The Person
A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with a minimum of 2 years' PQE
Experienced in dealing with complex disrepair caseloads through to completion
Previous local authority experience would be highly desirable for this position
The Benefits
Flexible working arrangements
Weekly payroll
If this Senior Housing Disrepair Lawyer role sounds like an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out to Lloyd Stanley on 01772 208969, or email Lloyd.stanley@servicecare.org.uk.
We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3 month ongoing
Salary / Rate: £45 - £50 per hour
Posted: 2024-04-08 15:18:32
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Lawyer- Commercial Services
The West Yorkshire combined authority is seeking a Lawyer specialising in Commercial Services to join their Legal, Governance & Compliance Team.
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the team that will shape the West Yorkshire region.
It is a permanent position which will be looking for someone from mid to end of April, happy to discuss notice.
The Role
The Lawyer will act as a senior legal advisor, supporting the Principal Lawyer and Service Lead to provide a quality commercial legal service to the Combined Authority.
The successful candidate will work in partnership with the Combined Authority's officers, external stakeholders, partner authorities and West Yorkshire Police to provide robust legal advice to the Combined Authority's Policing & Crime team in relation to procurement, the implementation and delivery of major projects and schemes, funding arrangements, contracts and general commercial law and practice.
Key Responsibilities
Drafting, negotiating and interpreting commercial contract documentation in connection with the procurement's of goods and services by the Combined Authority
Advising on the implementation and interpretation of Public Procurement Regulations, the organisation's standing orders, tender procedure and all other relevant statutory legislation to ensure legal compliance at all times
Working closely with the Combined Authority's Commercial Service, advising on the commercial aspects of all procurement
Requirements
Qualified Solicitor or Barrister entitled to hold a practising certificate or full CILEX (Fellowship) qualification with recent post-qualification experience, ideally in a public sector organisation
Significant experience of successfully working as a legal advisor at a senior level within one or more areas of the Legal Commercial Service
Salary
The salary progression for this position is £48,069 - £54,690.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this Advisory Lawyer position, please submit your CV to me on beth.kirby@servicecare.org.uk or 01772208969 .
If you know someone who may be interested in this post, please send over the advert as we offer a £250 referral bonus if a candidate is placed.
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Type: Permanent Location: Leeds, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £48069 - £49069 per annum
Posted: 2024-04-05 15:11:26
