Principal Lawyer - Children and Adults

Our Local Authority client is seeking the support of an experienced Principal Lawyer to lead their children and adult legal teams during a period of change and transformation.

This role is pivotal in the safeguarding of some of the most vulnerable in the community.

The role will see the appointed applicant foster a culture of high performance, professionalism and accountability and through strong leadership borne from a deep legal expertise, will enable and support team members to navigate complex and high-profile cases.

The primary specialism of the Principal Lawyer will be in childcare law; however, a working knowledge of adult social care is also required.

We are seeking a qualified Lawyer with extensive management experience.

This is a hybrid working role with weekly office attendance required.

If you are seeking a new challenge where you can utilise your exceptional leadership skills to develop a highly motivated workforce, alongside working at a strategic level to develop the service, please apply now or contact Natalie Ferguson in the Manchester office for a confidential chat.

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