Childcare Legal Officer

Childcare Legal Officer – Midlands – 3 months + – predominantly remote working – Up to £25 per hour (Umbrella)

Venn group’s specialist legal team are currently recruiting for a Childcare Legal Officer join a reputable local authority in the Midlands.

This is a Locum position, on an initial 3 months basis. The role will be full time, predominantly remote working, with occasional office attendance. Initial IT collection will also be in person.

Area of law: Childcare
Rate: £20-25 per hour (Umbrella)

Ideal Candidate Requirements:
Experience working as a Childcare Paralegal or Legal Officer, preferably in a Local Authority setting.

Duties and responsibilities for this post may include:

• Assisting the Team with time sensitive court matters (e.g. bundling)
• Assisting with invoicing processes and opening files on the case management system
• Arranging meetings and making telephone calls
• Being a point of contact for the client departments
• Monitoring the general inbox and allocating matters or queries to the relevant lawyers
• Liaising with the court and other professional
• Keeping diaries regularly and efficiently
• Keeping up to date with changes in legislation
• Establishing and maintaining good working relationships, both with clients and other members of staff.

For any questions regarding this vacancy, please contact Emily Taylor or Connie Ross on 07441 916435.

Alternatively, to register your interest please email an updated CV and your current availability to midlandslegal@venngroup.com.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.

Job reference: J98270

Childcare Legal Officer – Midlands – 3 months + – predominantly remote working – Up to £25 per hour (Umbrella)