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Salary: £58,461 – £60,573 pa inclusiveFixed-term contract and/or secondment opportunity for Ealing Council employees for one year Ealing Children’s Services is looking for a legal proceedings case manager, with a range of key skills, to support and embed compliance with cases subject to Public Law Outline and guidance regarding the timeliness of care proceedings for children.Our new case manager will work closely with social workers and managers, CAFCASS, the courts and all other stakeholders to ensure that:<ul><li>Care proceedings are timely</li><li>Planning for children is robust</li><li>Children achieve safety and permanence as early in their lives as possible. This will include securing progression on individual cases, as well as tracking all care proceedings cases and identifying and acting on trends regarding delay.</li></ul>Currently working as either a childcare social worker or lawyer, you will have:<ul><li>Considerable experience of care proceedings</li><li>The ability to negotiate and work collaboratively across a range of stakeholders</li><li>Excellent organisational, written and communication skills</li><li>Sound knowledge of child protection and permanency planning for children.</li></ul>You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we are looking forward to hearing from you.We have tried to make this website as accessible as possible. You can use the accessibility widget on the right-hand side to make it more accessible to you and your needs.Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.Please note all applications will be determined on merit.Ealing council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Ealing Council follows safer recruitment practices to protect children and vulnerable adults.The post holder will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and Ealing Council’s enhanced vetting process.The position is for a fixed period of one year. External applicants will be offered a fixed-term contract and existing Ealing Council employees will be offered the opportunity of a secondment. Ealing Council employees must ensure that a secondment release form is signed by their line manager before applying and emailed to <a href="mailto:HRSSC-RecruitmentTeam@ealing.gov.uk" target="_blank">Recruitment@ealing.gov.uk</a> by the application closing date.<a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/21214/rp.pdf" target="_blank">Role profile</a><a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/info/201013/jobs/29/working_for_ealing_council/3" target="_blank">Ex-offenders policy</a><a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/21215/sec.pdf" target="_blank">Secondment release form</a><ul></ul>

London Borough of Ealing

Legal Proceedings Case Manager

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To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply Online” link.
If you are not already on Waverley Borough Council's website for this vacancy, you will be redirected to our website's jobs page.&nbsp; Either click "Apply Online" at the bottom of this page, or at the top left hand side under Waverley Borough Council click either the "Log in" button (if you are already registered) or the "Register" button.
You will be redirected to the JobsGoPublic system, which manages our online recruitment process. Once you have registered with JobsGoPublic (which is free to use) you can log in to your application at any time and keep track of where you are in the recruitment process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you are unable to use this service or would like assistance, please contact us via <a href="mailto:hr@waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr@waverley.gov.uk</a> or call the Human Resources team on 01483 523388.



Are you looking for a job with variety and the opportunity to deliver a high standard of service to our customers across the Borough?&nbsp;
Do have experience of Freedom of Information and Data Protection?&nbsp;
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the Information Governance team at Waverley Borough Council and Guildford Borough Council.&nbsp;
As Access to Information Rights Coordinator, you will join a friendly and supportive team and actively liaise with officers in all service areas of the Council.&nbsp;
This is an excellent platform for you to progress your professional career in Information Governance&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities include:&nbsp;
* Receive, log and assess written requests for information.&nbsp;&nbsp;
* Liaise with relevant service areas to respond to these requests in line with current Information Governance legalisation to ensure an excellent and timely service is delivered.&nbsp;
* Liaise with the Head of Information Governance &amp; Data Protection Officer and/or Access to Information Rights Officer on information/data protection matters as required&nbsp;
* Identify where exemptions may apply, prepare refusal notice following ICO guidelines and where necessary obtain advice or approval from the Legal Services team&nbsp;&nbsp;
* Maintain web pages relevant to Information Rights.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
* Prepare regular reports of requests for information/performance figures&nbsp;
This is a permanent, full time role, 37 hours per week.&nbsp;
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Ciaran Ward, Head of information Governance on 01483 523335 or <a href="mailto:Ciaran.Ward@Waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Ciaran.Ward@Waverley.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Closing date for applications:&nbsp;9.00am on the 3rd December 2025
Interview date: 10th&nbsp;December 2025&nbsp;
Please note we do not accept applications after the closing date and time given on the advert.

Access to Information Rights Coordinator

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Surrey Heath Borough Council is committed to safer recruitment and equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. If you are unable to apply online for reasons of disability, please call 01276 707126 to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be made to accommodate your individual requirements.
Please note:
All successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks in line with BPSS guidelines, which includes standard identification, referencing and unspent conviction checks. Surrey Heath Borough Council undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a disclosure on the basis of conviction or other information revealed.
For the best chance of successful application, please read the Job Description and Personal Specification fully before applying for this vacancy as it contains information you will need to refer to when applying. We do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed application form. To reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. If you choose to submit your CV with your application form we request that you remove all your personal details before uploading your CV. This will ensure that Managers cannot see your personal details when completing their shortlist. &nbsp;If you have not heard from the council within 4 weeks of the closing date you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful. All unsuccessful applications will be removed and confidentially disposed of 6 months after the closing date.
If you have any further enquiries please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@surreyheath.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@surreyheath.gov.uk</a> or telephone 01276 707126.
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Grade &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; SH08 
Surrey Heath Borough Council is looking to recruit a Senior Solicitor or Legal Executive to join the Legal Services team based in Camberley. The role is suitable for a commercial property solicitor or Legal Executive with over 4 years PQE.
Over the last nine years, the Council has acquired a commercial property investment portfolio of significant financial and community value in order to increase income to help maintain services and to further its regeneration plans for the borough. The Council owns a range of properties including a shopping centre, various industrial estates, business parks and office buildings as well as its operational buildings and other land.
The work will involve a wide range of non-contentious matters, focusing on landlord and tenant work relating to the retail property portfolio, but will also include advising on other types of commercial property matters, proposed development sites and other Council matters as appropriate.
The Council is looking for a candidate who can progress property transactions, working collaboratively with the Council’s property team and with minimal supervision and has the confidence to tackle a variety of other matters. Applications from Solicitors or Legal Executives with a private practice background or from Solicitors or Legal Executives with local government knowledge and experience are welcomed.
This is a fantastic opportunity for career development within a supportive and collegiate in-house environment where the successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Deputy Head of Legal and under the overall guidance of the Head of Legal. A healthy work-life balance is encouraged and the Council’s flexible working arrangements include home working. Applications for part time working will be considered as well as full-time remote working.
A generous benefits package includes a minimum of 25 days’ annual leave, Local Government Pension Scheme, free parking and flexible working hours.
Further information on the role is detailed in the Job Profile.
Closing date:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Midday 8th December 2025
Interviews: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; W/C 8th December 2025
Surrey Heath Borough Council is committed to equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Surrey Heath Borough Council

Senior Solicitor - Property

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Wokingham Borough Council have an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives) to join our in-house legal service specialising in Litigation, on a full-time, permanent basis.
As a Lawyer, you will have the opportunity to work on a range of interesting, high profile and rewarding cases, with the potential to explore other areas of law depending on work demands.
We are seeking a candidate with knowledge and experience in either Civil and/or Criminal Litigation, along with a willingness to learn and develop expertise in Employment Law and Practice.
The successful candidate will support an experienced Senior Employment Lawyer by advising on employment matters as a secondary area of work. While prior experience in Employment Law is preferred, it is not essential—comprehensive support and training will be provided to the right candidate.
As with all roles within the Council’s Legal Service, the candidate will also be expected to develop a working knowledge of Local Government Law to advise on governance-related matters.
You may have already worked within the public sector, but we also encourage candidates from the private sector, including the Legal Aid sector, as we often have before in other areas of practice!
Hybrid working - We work flexibly with most lawyers working primarily from home, although the successful candidate must be able to attend court where and when necessary, and attend our offices for in-person meetings based on business needs.
Benefits
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ And much more
Key responsibilities: 
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<li>Responsible for implementing a consistent, corporate approach to legal advice and acting as an expert advisor in respect to the law, best practice and procedure;</li>
<li>To assist the Principal Lawyer &amp; Team Leader to deliver high performance within the relevant legal team</li>
<li>A senior officer of the relevant legal team taking a proactive role in ensuring that (i) the Council’s vision, values and objective are met and (ii) the LIGS service plan is delivered, both in accordance with the law and best practice</li>
<li>Be one of the professional experts for relevant area of expertise within relevant legal</li>
<li>To adopt best practice in the management of individual matters through the appropriate use of the Legal Services case management system and good legal practice management standards, including the use of appropriate software packages.</li>
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Candidate requirements:
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<li>Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives</li>
<li>Adaptable and highly organised to manage case load and projects</li>
<li>Knowledge of civil and /or criminal litigation&nbsp; with an ability to develop in the other areas as well as Employment Law..</li>
<li>Ability to work professionally and confidently in an organised manner with minimal supervision.</li>
<li>A competent IT user, team player and confident managing a wide case load</li>
<li>Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with a range of people both internally and externally</li>
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If you’re looking for a rewarding, varied and interesting career, that provides flexibility and a good work/life balance, click the link below and apply today!
For more information or for an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rachel Lucas on 07766 424540 or at <a href="mailto:rachel.lucas@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">rachel.lucas@wokingham.gov.uk</a> Neil Allen on 07827 311667 or neil.allen @wokingham.gov.uk
Closing Date: Sunday 30th November 2025, 11pm
Interviews: TBC
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) We cannot stop anyone using AI to help write application content. Used right it can be a great tool. If you choose to use AI, then use it as a helper rather than relying on it wholly to write your application.
Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Regulatory Lawyer

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To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply Online” link.
If you are not already on Waverley Borough Council's website for this vacancy, you will be redirected to our website's jobs page.&nbsp; Either click "Apply Online" at the bottom of this page, or at the top left hand side under Waverley Borough Council click either the "Log in" button (if you are already registered) or the "Register" button.
You will be redirected to the JobsGoPublic system, which manages our online recruitment process. Once you have registered with JobsGoPublic (which is free to use) you can log in to your application at any time and keep track of where you are in the recruitment process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you are unable to use this service or would like assistance, please contact us via <a href="mailto:hr@waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr@waverley.gov.uk</a> or call the Human Resources team on 01483 523388.



Are you qualified solicitor, barrister, or legal executive with an up-to-date practising certificate?
Are you looking for a role that will actively invest in your professional development?
Are you looking for a role with variety, where you can be relied on for your expertise and experience?
Do your skills include concise communication, an ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with Officers at different levels in the Council, and the ability to advise on matters with a variety of legal issues in a professional manner in all situations, including advising at planning committee?
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role and make an impact in the Legal Services team at Waverley Borough Council and Guildford Borough Council.
We are an ambitious, dynamic and innovative local authority. Key to our success is our commitment to team working and ongoing development of our high performing, highly engaged workforce, who all share in the delivery of the organisation’s values and corporate objectives
As Planning Lawyer, you will join a friendly and supportive team and advise on all aspects of planning law and policy. You will have conduct of your own caseload and deal with varied and stimulating work on the cutting edge of planning law.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Provide legal advice and guidance on planning law, policy, and procedures
- Draft, review, and negotiate planning agreements, including section 106 agreements
- Ensure the proper conduct of planning inquiries, including the provision of advocacy at public hearings
- Represent the council in planning committees on a rota basis. The planning committee occur in the evening
- Provide advice and assistance to other members of the legal team in respect of planning law matters.
This is a permanent, part time role, 29.5 hours per week.
Please note this post is politically restricted.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact James Tong, Principal Lawyer (Planning) on 01483 444903.
We do not accept CVs without a completed application form. Strictly no agencies please.
In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free onsite parking, an employee assistance scheme and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting - <a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council</a>
The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences -&nbsp;we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility <a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer and interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility <a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.

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