Legal Manager Children and Community Services

Legal Manager Children and Community Services

Service area: Legal and Democratic Services

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual with extensive experience in Child Care Law, capable of leading a team supporting Child Care Law, Adult Social Care, and SEND. This role offers an opportunity to influence the future of our Children and Community Services Team and Legal Services. We value an innovative, fast-paced, positive, and solution-oriented approach.

In addition to team leadership, you will provide high-quality legal advice, guidance, and representation to our client departments on various matters related to child protection legislation.

We desire a leader who demonstrates professionalism, can work under pressure, is adaptable to client needs, and possesses excellent communication skills. The ability to work effectively across all levels of the council, including with elected members, senior leadership, and external stakeholders, is essential.

You must be a qualified solicitor/barrister or CILEX with or entitled to a practising certificate, along with significant post-qualification and advocacy experience.

If you have the enthusiasm and commitment to contribute to and lead this busy legal team, and are seeking a challenging and transformative journey to shape our future services, we encourage you to apply.

• Benefits include participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme and a flexible blend of office and remote working.

For more information, contact:

Name: Lisa J Nicholson
Role: Director of Legal and Democratic Services
Email:
Phone:

The council supports remote working opportunities to enhance flexibility for our employees.

Internal Candidates

If you are already employed by the council and have an Employee Self Service (ESS) account, please login to apply online using your ESS credentials.

Application Process

Submit your CV and cover letter online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the employee specification.

Politically Restrictive Post

This position is classified as a politically restricted post under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. The successful applicant will be restricted from engaging in political activities.

Travel Requirements

Some travel within East Riding of Yorkshire may be necessary. Applicants must be able to arrange their own transportation.

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