Principal Childcare Lawyer Required

Reference: BRF8-92623

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Childcare Lawyer to join a South West-based Local Authority. This role is offered for an initial term of 3-6 months, with weekly office attendance required.

This position would best suit a qualified Lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister or CILEx Fellow), with prior experience gained within a local authority. Management experience is desirable.

An attractive hourly rate of between £70-£75 per hour depending on experience (inside IR35) is available for this position. 

Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Managing and developing a team of solicitors and legal assistants
• Carrying out appraisals, one to one’s and motivational meetings
• Setting, monitoring and collating targets and KPIs
• To support, mentor and monitor junior staff
• Providing expert legal advice on childcare matters
• Managing a small caseload of childcare cases
• Advising on complex legal matters including reports and internal and external audits
• Liaising with senior stakeholders and interested parties

If you believe you are the right candidate for this role or are interested in finding out more, then please do not hesitate to give Charlotte Foley or Josh Cowan a call on 07441 916389. Alternatively, send your CV to cfoley@venngroup.com alongside details of your current availability.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.