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Job Description ob Title:&nbsp;Employment Lawyer Salary:&nbsp;£53,460&nbsp;– £61,638&nbsp;per annum Grade:&nbsp;G&nbsp; Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Working Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week About the department&nbsp; Thurrock Council is seeking an Employment Lawyer to join its Legal Services team to provide expert legal advice and representation on employment matters for the Council. This includes managing a varied caseload, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations, and supporting governance processes to protect the Council’s interests. This is an exciting opportunity with growth in abundance at Thurrock it is the perfect time to develop and progress in this vibrant and dynamic team. About the Role&nbsp; We are looking for someone with a passion for employment law, a proactive mindset, and a desire to grow professionally in a supportive and experienced environment. We welcome applications from candidates with experience in Employment Law matters who can demonstrate confidence in their specialism and shows excellent legal aptitude. We are looking for a candidate with the requisite skills to build strong relationships and trust with all key stakeholders to provide support to the Council with minimum supervision. As an Employment Lawyer at Thurrock Council, you will&nbsp;be responsible for:&nbsp; <ol> <li>Legal Advice and Case Management. Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of issues varying in complexity but not limited to:</li> </ol> <ul> <li>Providing legal advice to internal clients and stakeholders in relation to all aspects of employment law.</li> <li>Taking instructions and responding to employment claims.</li> <li>Drafting legal responses.</li> <li>Conducting case management/ preliminary hearings.</li> <li>Instructing and liaising with counsel in relation to any tribunal proceedings where external legal counsel may be required.</li> <li>Drafting settlement agreements.</li> <li>Advising panel members in relation to disciplinary hearings as well as drafting outcome decisions&nbsp;</li> <li>Case management and advice of any legal challenges around the SEND process and TUPE process.</li> <li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, case law, and best practice.</li> </ul> 2. Advocacy and Representation. You will be expected to: <ul> <li>Provide advice to councillors, stakeholders and senior officers and to liaise with external bodies and legal advisers</li> <li>To attend decision making meetings including Committee Meetings remotely or in person if required.</li> <li>Undertake advocacy at the Employment Tribunal if necessary.</li> </ul> 3. Contribute to the innovative improvement of the Legal Services Team including streamlining and case management workflow systems. 4. Support junior members of the team including the Legal Apprentice in legal practice and procedure contributing towards their professional development. 5. Contribute to governance processes, ensuring legal compliance and sound decision-making. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, case law, and best practice. To carry out research and provide legal advice to Client Departments on all related legal transactions. 6. Engage with senior officers and Members to offer high-quality legal services, with a focus on social justice. Collaborate closely with directorates to ensure efficient delivery of Council priorities. Become a trusted advisor, advocate and problem solver as you contribute to Thurrock’s vision of client focused and innovative service delivery. 7. Personally manage a caseload and be able to work unsupervised. To prepare,&nbsp;negotiate, draft, agree and process legal documents. To record all key actions and ensure data is regularly updated. To collate and send or check supporting legal and financial documents. To seek to always protect the Councils’ interests, while taking precautions against potential fraud and money laundering. To review and update as appropriate all templates and procedures. 8. To notify and advise on any instructions or events that would result in a breach by the Council or an individual of any legislation, common law, standing order or rule or propriety or would constitute a course of action amounting to maladministration. 9. To attend and participate in meetings with Officers of the Council and to provide legal advice when required. 10. To be willing and able to work in a flexible and agile way with regards to both hours and location of work, including remote and home working, as required, subject to service needs and requirements. Two days minimum attendance in the office What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;looking for someone who has:&nbsp; Essential: <ul> <li>Excellent demonstrable knowledge of the ability to lead on complex and high-profile local government employment cases when which may include conducting preliminary hearings, conducting Tribunal proceedings and instructing Counsel for trials, drafting settlement agreements, advising panel members in relation to disciplinary hearings as well as drafting outcome decisions and advising on TUPE and other employment related matters as becomes necessary.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to explain complex legal issues clearly and confidently.</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively and build partnerships with experienced clients and colleagues. High emotional intelligence (EQ), with the ability to build positive working relationships and navigate sensitive issues professionally.</li> <li>You will be an effective leader acting as an ambassador for legal services across the council, sharing good practice and encouraging innovation amongst colleagues, to include training/mentoring junior members of the team. &nbsp;Attend and advise in Committee Meetings.</li> <li>Excellent organisational skills able to manage a complex and varied workload with a flexible and innovative approach to work, ensuring that deadlines and court/tribunal directed deadlines are adhered to.</li> <li>Proactive and self-motivated, with a growth mindset and a willingness to learn. Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision, to undertake research and be able to make accurate, considered judgements and decisions.</li> <li>Ability to relate the Council’s key policy objectives to the provision of the legal service Ability to assist on the implementation of best value, quality initiatives and improvements to client care.</li> <li>Excellent demonstrable knowledge of the ability to lead on complex and high-profile local government employment cases when which may include conducting preliminary hearings, conducting Tribunal proceedings and instructing Counsel for trials, drafting settlement agreements, advising panel members in relation to disciplinary hearings as well as drafting outcome decisions and advising on TUPE and other employment related matters as becomes necessary.</li> <li>Experience of working towards achieving/monitoring quality initiatives.</li> <li>Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives.</li> <li>Advocacy skills.</li> <li>Good general level of understanding of IT systems, especially case management/time recording packages.</li> <li>Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.</li> <li>Understanding of Local Government structures and legal frameworks.</li> <li>Understanding of Law Society practice management standards.</li> <li>To behave in accordance with our values.</li> <li>Commitment to the principles of agile working including the ability to work flexibly with regards to both hours of work and location of work including remote and home working as required with 2 days in the office.</li> <li>Understanding of and commitment to principles of equality and diversity and compliance with Thurrock Council policies</li> </ul> Desirable: <ul> <li>To be responsible for the delivery of the annual work plans, regularly monitor, identify potential non-delivery and provide practical solutions for performance issues.</li> <li>Experience in a performance management culture and innovation in workflow systems.</li> </ul> Essential qualifications:&nbsp;Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives&nbsp; DBS Check:&nbsp;Standard Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;22nd September 2025 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;5th October 2025 Interview Date: 9th October 2025&nbsp; Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Godwin Mangse - Principal Lawyer, Litigation Team <a>(godwin.mangse@thurrock.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;) To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXD1dK-ku3tBqPtl-uJ4lssBGaaVgf21NQJqNdl7BuQTjQ?e=a0Ll9F" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Litigation Lawyer&nbsp; Salary:&nbsp;£53,460&nbsp;– £61,638&nbsp;per annum Grade:&nbsp;G&nbsp; Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp; Working Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week About the department&nbsp; This is an exciting opportunity with growth in abundance at Thurrock it is the perfect time to develop and progress in this vibrant and dynamic team. We are looking for someone with a passion for prosecution law, a proactive mindset, and a desire to grow professionally in a supportive and experienced environment. We welcome applications from candidates at all stages of their legal career provided they demonstrate strong legal aptitude, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to public service. About the Role&nbsp; As a&nbsp;Litigation Lawyer, you will&nbsp;be responsible for:&nbsp; <ol> <li>Legal Advice and Case Management. Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of issues varying in complexity but not limited to:</li> </ol> <ul> <li>Provide legal advice on prosecutions under:</li> <li>Education Act 1996</li> <li>Environmental Protection Act 1990; littering, fly tipping, and statutory nuisance</li> <li>Consumer Rights Act 2015 (Trading Standards)</li> <li>Licencing Act 2003</li> <li>Planning Law</li> <li>Food safety and underage sales offences</li> <li>Fraud Act, Social Housing Fraud</li> <li>Disabled blue badge prosecutions</li> <li>Other local authority prosecutions</li> <li>Advice on litigation, including</li> <li>Debt Recovery (e.g. Adult Social Care fees under the Care Act 2014)</li> <li>Judicial Review proceedings</li> <li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, case law, and best practice.</li> </ul> 2. Advocacy and Representation. You will be expected to: <ul> <li>Provide legal advice on prosecutions under:</li> <li>Education Act 1996;&nbsp;</li> <li>Environmental Protection Act 1990; littering, fly tipping and statutory nuisance</li> <li>Consumer Rights Act 2015 (Trading Standards)</li> <li>Licensing Act 2003</li> <li>Planning law</li> <li>Food safety and underage sales offences</li> <li>Fraud Act, Social Housing Fraud</li> <li>Disabled blue badge prosecutions</li> <li>Other local authority prosecutions</li> <li>Advise on civil litigation, including:</li> <li>Debt recovery (e.g., Adult Social Care fees under the Care Act 2014)</li> <li>Judicial Review proceedings</li> <li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, case law, and best practice.</li> <li>Provide advice to councillors, stakeholders and senior officers and to liaise with external bodies and legal advisers</li> <li>To attend decision making meetings including Committee Meetings remotely or in person if required.</li> <li>Undertake advocacy on contentious planning and highway matters, draft documents and review Cabinet and Planning Committee Reports.</li> <li>Contribute to the improvement of the Legal Services Team</li> <li>Support junior members of the team, including the Legal Apprentice, in Legal practice and procedure contributing towards their professional development.</li> </ul> 3. Contribute to governance processes, ensuring legal compliance and sound decision-making. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, case law, and best practice. To carry out research and provide legal advice to Client Departments on all related legal transactions. 4. Engage with senior officers and Members to offer high-quality legal services, with a focus on social justice. Collaborate closely with directorates to ensure efficient delivery of Council priorities. Become a trusted advisor, advocate and problem solver as you contribute to Thurrock’s vision of client focused and innovative service delivery. 5. Personally manage a caseload and be able to work unsupervised. To prepare,&nbsp;negotiate, draft, agree and process legal documents. To record all key actions and ensure data is regularly updated. To collate and send or check supporting legal and financial documents. To seek to always protect the Council's interests, while taking precautions against potential fraud and money laundering. To review and update as appropriate all templates and procedures. 6. To notify and advise on any instructions or events that would result in a breach by the Council or an individual of any legislation, common law, standing order or rule or propriety or would constitute a course of action amounting to maladministration. 7. To attend and participate in meetings with Officers of the Council and to provide legal advice when required. 8. To be willing and able to work in a flexible and agile way with regards to both hours and location of work, including remote and home working, as required, subject to service needs and requirements. Two days minimum attendance in the office What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;looking for someone who has:&nbsp; Essential: <ul> <li>Excellent demonstrable knowledge of the ability to lead on complex and high-profile local government prosecutions cases when which may include Health and Safety at work, Trading Standards, Environmental Protection Act, Fraud Act and more.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to explain complex legal issues clearly and confidently. &nbsp;Ability to work collaboratively and build partnerships with experienced clients and colleagues. High emotional intelligence (EQ), with the ability to build positive working relationships and navigate sensitive issues professionally.</li> <li>Excellent organisational skills able to manage a complex and varied workload with a flexible and innovative approach to work, ensuring that deadlines and court directed deadlines are adhered to.</li> <li>You will be an effective leader acting as an ambassador for legal services across the council, sharing good practice and encouraging innovation amongst colleagues, to include training/mentoring junior members of the team. &nbsp;Attend and advise in Committee Meetings.</li> <li>Proactive and self-motivated, with a growth mindset and a willingness to learn. Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision, to undertake research and be able to make accurate, considered judgements and decisions.</li> <li>Ability to assist on the implementation of best value, quality initiatives and improvements to client care.</li> <li>Ability to relate the Council’s key policy objectives to the provision of the legal service.</li> <li>Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives</li> <li>Advocacy skills.</li> <li>Good general level of understanding of IT systems, especially case management/time recording packages.</li> <li>Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.</li> <li>Understanding of Local Government structures and legal frameworks.</li> <li>Understanding of Law Society practice management standards</li> <li>Experience as a paralegal within a legal services team in a Local Authority or law firm</li> <li>Experience of working towards achieving/monitoring quality initiatives</li> <li>Experience in a performance management culture</li> <li>To behave in accordance with our values</li> <li>Commitment to the principles of agile working including the ability to work flexibly with regards to both hours of work and location of work including remote and home working as required with 2 days in the office</li> <li>Understanding of and commitment to principles of equality and diversity and compliance with Thurrock Council policies</li> </ul> Essential qualifications:&nbsp;Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives&nbsp; DBS Check:&nbsp;Standard Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;22nd September 2025 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;5th October 2025&nbsp; Interview Date: 16th October 2025&nbsp; Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Godwin Mangse - Principal Lawyer, Litigation Team <a>(godwin.mangse@thurrock.gov.uk</a>) To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EVRBYoGYYvpKg2vCe5n0SpwB5mKfA8sJffaWPGmjwRqOpw?e=GAb74s" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Trading Standards Project Officer - Tobacco and VapesFixed Term, Full Time£26,601 to £31,295 per annumLocation: ChelmsfordWorking Style: <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working" target="_blank">Community-based worker</a>Closing Date: 28th September 2025Essex Trading Standards is looking for a highly motivated individual to take on a vital role in enforcing vape and tobacco regulations. This is more than just a job - it's your chance to make a lasting impact on the Essex community, ensuring fairness, compliance, and public safety. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge with clear career progression and want to be proud of the difference you make, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Join us and be part of something meaningful! This role is offered as a 3 year Fixed Term Contract. As an 'Community Based Worker' position, the role will involve a combination of remote, community and office based working. There will be an expectation for you to attend the office based at County Hall, Chelmsford approximately 1-2 days per week in addition to 'as and when' there is a business need. The Role:Trading Standards is responsible for supporting legitimate business activity by providing advice and support, encouraging economic development and prosperity and helping to create a level playing field. We protect the economic interests of Essex residents (particularly the more vulnerable members of community) by using all the tools available to swiftly and effectively tackle rogue traders and businesses that cause the most consumer detriment. We adopt an intelligence led approach to enforcing a broad range of Trading Standards legislation including fair trading, underage sales, food and product safety, animal health and welfare to name just a few.The Trading Standards Project Officer - Tobacco and Vapes role will focus on the enforcement of rules regulating vapes and tobacco, including the supply of illegal/illicit products and tackling age restricted sales to children. The role will provide information, advice, and assistance on Trading Standards law to businesses based in Essex. The role includes undertaking visits alone to inspect businesses for compliance, providing guidance and support, and when necessary, gathering of evidence and compiling prosecution reports.The role contributes to the achievement of service and community objectives including, the reduction of crime and disorder; reducing anti-social behaviour; improving health and wellbeing; and promoting a fair trading environment throughout the County of Essex, by enforcing civil and criminal Trading Standards laws in an effective, efficient and impartial way.About You:You will have:<ul>
<li>Educated to RQF level 3 or equivalent by experience.</li>
<li>Evidence of continuing professional development and knowledge in relevant professional area.</li>
<li>Demonstrable knowledge of relevant Trading Standards legislation, enforcement procedures and protocols and experience of working in a regulatory or legal environment.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills with a range of internal and external stakeholders including colleagues, managers, elected members, partners, and business representatives.</li>
<li>Good attention to detail and the ability to keep accurate, concise, and legally admissible records and notes.</li>
<li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and ability to use bespoke Trading Standards databases e.g., Intelligence Database (IDB) and Civica APP/Cx trader database and livestock movement and enforcement databases.</li>
<li>Previous experience of working in an enforcement type role will be highly desirable.</li>
</ul>Essential Requirements for the role:<ul><li>This role requires the postholder to be mobile throughout a wide operational area including travelling around the county of Essex and beyond. Driving licence and a vehicle, or ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means, is essential.</li></ul>What will you be doing?<ul>
<li>Conduct investigations and other enforcement activities; including gathering evidence, seizure of illegal/illicit goods, PACE interviews and preparing notes, statements, and prosecution reports on the more serious infringements in line with the Trading Standards Investigation Protocol and when necessary, giving evidence in court.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with other enforcement agencies (such as the Police, HMRC, UKBF), District Councils, Parish Councils, and politicians, and representing the Council at external meetings such as Alcohol Licensing Reviews.</li>
<li>Enforcement of rules regulating vapes and tobacco, including the supply of illegal/illicit products and tackling age restricted sales to children. Train and support staff at various levels including trainees and other Trading Standards Officers. Maintain own competency and keep abreast of latest changes and developments in subject area.</li>
<li>Carry out unaccompanied visits to businesses in order to ensure compliance with legislation, provide advice and guidance and using autonomy to decide on the most appropriate remedy for non-compliances at the time of visit.</li>
<li>Provide consultancy services quotations, customer relationships management and manage agreed sums of petty cash and p-card transactions to ensure ECC financial policies are complied with, all spend is auditable and income generating opportunities are maximized.</li>
<li>Consult with members of the public and complainants to gather intelligence and provide updates on progress made with enquiries and complaints.</li>
<li>Carry out a range of enforcement activities as part of a team (e.g., 'test purchasing' operations of age restricted products), to ensure that businesses are following current trading standards legislation and best practice and recommending appropriate action where required.</li>
<li>Collate and accurately record work undertaken and prepare accurate and concise guidance letters to businesses and consumers/local residents to ensure guidance comply with trading standards legislation.</li>
<li>Assist in the development, planning and delivery of enforcement projects, and take an active role in managing projects where appropriate to ensure project goals are met and that outcomes align with the initial objectives.</li>
<li>Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework.</li>
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Trading Standards Project Officer - Tobacco and Vapes

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Planning and Highways Lawyer Salary:&nbsp;£53,460&nbsp;– £61,638&nbsp;per annum&nbsp;(pro rata if part-time) Grade:&nbsp;G&nbsp; Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Working Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week The successful candidate will provide legal advice and support on a wide range of issues varying in complexity but not limited to: · Highways: <ul> <li>Provide legal advice on the Highways Act 1980 and related legislation.</li> <li>Draft and review enforcement notices, orders (e.g. stopping up orders), and agreements (e.g. Section 38 and Section 278).</li> <li>Advise on public rights of way, traffic regulation orders, and highway adoption issues.</li> <li>Advise on statutory duties under the Flood and Water Management Act 2010.</li> <li>Support the LLFA’s role as a statutory consultee on surface water drainage in planning applications</li> <li>Draft and negotiate legal agreements related to sustainable drainage systems (SuDS)</li> <li>Assist with legal aspects of flood risk management schemes and enforcement under the Land Drainage Act 1991.</li> </ul> · Planning: <ul> <li>Development control and planning applications</li> <li>Planning enforcement and appeals</li> <li>Planning policy interpretation and advice</li> <li>Infrastructure agreements (e.g., Section 106, CIL)</li> <li>Advice on Local Plans and Neighbourhood Plans</li> <li>Environmental impact assessments and land use consideration</li> <li>Planning Committee Role:</li> <li>Provide legal advice on procedural matters, declarations of interest, an decision-making risks during Planning Committee meetings</li> <li>Public Inquiries and Appeals</li> </ul> · Preparation of legal submissions and representation at planning appeals, including informal hearings and public inquiries. · Lawful Development Certificates, TPO advice, Judicial Reviews, High Court proceedings, governance and other areas of legal practice · Key Legislation: · Town and Country Planning Act 1990 · Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 · Localism Act 2011 · National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> DBS Check: Basic level is required for this post.&nbsp; Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;18th September 2025&nbsp; Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;28th September 2025 Interview Date: Week commencing 6th October 2025 Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Claire Brown - Principal Commercial and Regeneration Lawyer <a href="mailto:claire.brown@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">claire.brown@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EbOIZW2OqKlLj5XUF0ko9EIBOBNhlrigj0fA94d-6z2ikg?e=hfMyaq" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Salary: NJC 8 - 17 £25,992 - £30,060 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits Hours: Full Time, 37 hours per week Contract: Permanent Start date: ASAP ideally We are looking for a Leisure Centre Duty Manager Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service in a dynamic leisure environment? Do you thrive in a leadership role where no two days are the same? Leon Leisure, part of Lift Schools, is looking for a dedicated and proactive Leisure Centre Duty Manager to join our team and help provide outstanding leisure facilities and experiences for our community. About the Role As a Duty Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operations of our leisure centre, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and high-quality experience for all users. You will lead by example, support staff development, and contribute to the continuous improvement of services and programmes at Leon Leisure. This is more than a leisure job - it's an opportunity to support community wellbeing while contributing to Lift Schools' mission of providing an excellent education for every child, in every classroom, every day. Key Responsibilities - Lead and support leisure centre staff to deliver exceptional customer service. - Ensure compliance with all Health &amp; Safety legislation and leisure industry standards. - Assist with staff recruitment, training, and rota planning. - Promote and support a diverse programme of sports and leisure activities. - Act as a keyholder, providing building security and emergency call-out support.- Handle customer enquiries and feedback professionally and proactively. What We're Looking For - A confident, reliable leader with experience in a leisure or customer service environment. - An NPLQ holder with strong knowledge of poolside safety and operations. - Someone with a passion for community engagement and a commitment to health and wellbeing. - A team player who is flexible, resilient, and solutions-focused. About Leon Leisure Centre At the heart of our community, on the site of Sir Herbert Leon Academy, Leon Leisure Centre offers top-tier fitness and sports facilities, including a swimming pool, gym, multi-purpose sports hall, 3G Astro-turf, and grass pitches. Everything you need to stay active, fit, and healthy! Who is Lift Schools? We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation. We offer you: Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career. Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered. Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives. Ready to apply? Get in touch here. We can't wait to hear from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Duty Manager

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Please apply online. If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by emailing <a href="mailto:personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk</a>



Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council are seeking an experienced Contracts and Procurement Lawyer to join our legal services team.
You will be a qualified solicitor or barrister (or equivalent) with recent experience of working in the areas of contracts and procurement in a local government context.
Applicants will require excellent communications skills and be confident in providing practical legal advice and assistance on a wide range of contract and procurement matters, ensuring compliance with public procurement regulations.
You should be proficient in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating public contracts and have excellent understanding of the public procurement framework and local government law and a proven ability to manage a varied workload with minimal supervision
Reporting to the Head of Legal and Democratic Services, the successful candidate will have a broad portfolio of work including high value contract tenders and providing advice to all of the authority’s services.
Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer by clicking here: <a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Working for us – Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council</a>
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Joy Ukadike, Head of Legal &amp; Democratic Services on 01732 876 228. (Direct candidates only, strictly no agencies)

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

Contracts & Procurement Lawyer

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Childcare Lawyer PO3-PO5: Starting salary £47,925 pa rising in annual increments to £57,495 pa incl LW&nbsp;plus £5000 pa market supplement&nbsp; In addition to the salary,&nbsp;we also offer legally qualified new starters a £5000 welcome bonus which is payable 50% after 6 months and 50% after 12 months in the role. About Us: It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our&nbsp;Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were develop for staff by staff;&nbsp;Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated&nbsp;One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.&nbsp; About the Borough: Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.&nbsp; With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment. About the Team and the role: Lambeth Legal Services is an in-house practice, committed to providing a high quality, effective and value for money legal service to the Council's support officers and members, to ensure that the Council exercises its powers and duties lawfully. We are passionate about driving excellence and innovation to ensure we meet the evolving needs of our borough, and our council. Lambeth is a vibrant and diverse borough with immense potential, and we are committed to contributing to positive change within our communities, building on its strengths while addressing the challenges we face. We are embarking on a period of transformation, building an operating model that meets the needs of the business and aligns with the council’s strategic objectives. Legal Services is committed to the Law Society's Practice Management Standard (Lexcel). You will be joining a specialist child litigation team which offers expert legal advice and support to the Council in all aspects of child protection and welfare law.&nbsp; The team prides itself on being able to provide cost effective high quality, accurate, strategic, solutions focused legal advice and representation to the Council, upholding our values of equity, kindness, accountability and ambition You will work within a friendly, supportive, collaborative team environment The successful candidate will be expected to manage a busy and challenging caseload whilst supporting the Children’s Social Care Principal and Senior Lawyer with delivery of this specialist, dynamic, fast paced legal service. You will need to be enthusiastic, highly organised, proactive, flexible, able to work under pressure, manage competing deadlines and work as part of a team&nbsp;and on your own initiative. We are looking for individuals with a real commitment to the job.&nbsp; You will be responsible for ensuring the Council receives cost effective high quality, accurate, strategic, solutions focused legal advice and representation in the areas of childcare law, local government law and such other areas as are allocated from time to time.&nbsp; You will&nbsp;build and maintain excellent client relations acting as a role model to achieve service and council wide objectives. To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence: This post requires a qualified solicitor, barrister, or CILEx with a current practising certificate and experience of working in childcare/child litigation. For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below: Job Description and Person Specification This post is subject to a Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies-public-bodies/dbs" target="_blank">www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies-public-bodies/dbs</a>. Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Diane Stevens at <a href="mailto:DStevens@Lambeth.gov.uk" target="_blank">DStevens@Lambeth.gov.uk</a> How to Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage.&nbsp; We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. Recruitment Timelines: Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 28 September 2025. Shortlisting: 29 and 30 September 2025. Interviews will be held during 6-10 October 2025. Benefits: We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including: <ul> <li>Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.</li> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.</li> <li>Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.</li> <li>Hybrid Working.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li> <li>Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.</li> <li>Discounts at local restaurants.</li> <li>Disc</li>
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Childcare Lawyer

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Salary: £38,923 - £43,749 Grade: Level 3, Zone 1 Location: 5 Pancras Square N1C 4AG&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Closing Date: Sunday 21^st September 2025 at 23:55&nbsp; &nbsp; About Camden&nbsp; Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. &nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all. &nbsp; What You’ll Be Doing&nbsp;&nbsp; Join Camden's dynamic Legal Services team, where you’ll play a critical role in breaking down barriers while embracing a risk-aware approach. You'll engage with senior officers and Members to offer high-quality legal services, with a focus on social justice. Collaborate closely with various service directorates to ensure efficient delivery of Council priorities, all while managing a personal caseload that includes high-profile and complex cases. Become a trusted advisor, advocate, and problem solver as you contribute to Camden's vision of innovative, responsive legal solutions.&nbsp;&nbsp; To view the Job Profile, please copy and paste the below URL into your browser: <a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11166440/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11166440/file/documen…</a> All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'.&nbsp; We’re looking for a legal professional with experience in at least one of the areas of the team. You will have demonstrable knowledge of law and procedure in the areas of work of the team and have demonstrable experience of running simple legal cases. You will have experience in drafting legal documents and reviewing client statements. You will have excellent IT skills including the use of case management systems. An ability to be very organized and juggle competing demands is essential.&nbsp; You will have excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit, you’re ready to engage with our clients and stakeholders. Your proactive nature and creative mindset will help shape the future of legal services in Camden. &nbsp;&nbsp; What We Offer&nbsp; At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know&nbsp;that a work life balance is extremely&nbsp;important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme. &nbsp; Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details.&nbsp; Inclusion and Diversity&nbsp; We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity&amp;nbsp</a>; Anonymised Application&nbsp;–&nbsp;in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG.

Camden Council

Legal Assistant - Children & Families

Job Description Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest Salary:&nbsp;SO2 £40,182 - £42,060 Contract Type:&nbsp;Full-Time/Fixed Term Contract (12 Months Maternity Cover)&nbsp; Working hours per week:&nbsp;36&nbsp; Application Deadline: 17/09/2025 Proposed Interview Date(s):&nbsp;TBC&nbsp; Reference: 1884 About Us:&nbsp; Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp; We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp; London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.&nbsp; About the role:&nbsp; This is a fixed-term position to provide maternity cover, anticipated to last for&nbsp;12 months. However, applicants should be aware that the duration of the contract&nbsp;may be&nbsp;subject to change. In the event that the employee currently on maternity leave decides to return to work earlier than originally indicated, the contract may be terminated with appropriate notice in accordance with the terms of employment. Waltham Forest Legal Services is a high performing in house legal service which plays an essential part in the achievement of the priorities and objectives of Waltham Forest.&nbsp; Our objective is to provide high quality and efficient professional services that meet our clients’ expectations and provides a business and solution focused approach.&nbsp; The Service has been accredited to Lexcel since 2005. &nbsp; We are looking for a Legal Officer specialising in Housing Disrepair to join our Litigation and Public Law Team.&nbsp; Whilst working to a generic job description we are looking for lawyers experienced in the area of housing disrepair.&nbsp; &nbsp;You will be responsible for a challenging caseload, you will be line managed by Principal or Senior Lawyers or solicitors and supported by other legal officers and paralegals in the team. The ideal candidate will be an experienced litigator, able to demonstrate experience in residential disrepair. The ability to undertake advocacy in the County Court is desirable.&nbsp; <a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/Role%20Profile%20-%20Legal%20Officer%20(Advocacy)%201884.pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;&nbsp;</a> Key Responsibilities:&nbsp; To be responsible for giving legal advice, drafting documents, conducting litigation, undertaking advocacy and providing support to clients&nbsp;in disrepair claims and access injunctions. Responsible for conduct of litigation (including advocacy)&nbsp;in the areas of responsibility as assigned by the Senior Lawyer and/or Assistant Director (Litigation) To contribute to the effective operational management of the Legal Services team in order to deliver a high quality and cost-effective legal service which includes undertaking advocacy in other areas of Legal Services where required and competent to do so.&nbsp; Qualifications and Requirements:&nbsp; At least one years’ experience in the legal profession. Proficiency in office software&nbsp; Qualifications are not required but the following or higher are desirable: Law Degree, FILEX (or working towards) Terms and conditions:&nbsp; The below terms and conditions apply to this role:&nbsp; Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks;&nbsp; Satisfactory declaration of interest;&nbsp; As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.&nbsp; How to Apply:&nbsp; Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.&nbsp; We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp; Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp; Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp; To support the above and 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. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp; We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp; For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>.&nbsp; Contact Information:&nbsp; If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Olufunmilayo Makanju, Senior Lawyer at <a href="mailto:Olufunmilayo.Makanju@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Olufunmilayo.Makanju@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp; The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp; Click here for further information on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp;





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London Borough Of Waltham Forest

Legal Officer (Advocacy)

Job Description Salary: £33,531 - £38,052 per annum&nbsp; Grade D Fixed Term Contract 37 Hours per Week&nbsp; This Trainee Solicitor Apprenticeship is available depending on the qualifications held by the successful&nbsp;candidate:<ul> <li>Short form apprenticeship – 18 months – appropriate for those who have 6 months work experience in Legal Services (either in-house or in private practice) and hold a law degree/ GDL/ or other relevant legal qualification such as CILEX L16 or as a Licensed Conveyancer.</li> <li>Longer form apprenticeship – 35 months – appropriate for those who have a non-law degree or who have successfully completed a paralegal apprenticeship or similar qualification, or have relevant work experience.</li></ul>To provide legal support and carry out legal casework within the Legal Services team across the following teams: - Child Protection, Adult Safeguarding and Education - Commercial Law (including, Property, Planning and Contracts) - Criminal and Civil Litigation - Major projects and Governance &nbsp;Key service accountabilities:<ul> <li>To support the Head of Legal Services, Principal Lawyers, and Lawyers in advising and assisting the client departments of Thurrock Council.</li> <li>To conduct casework, subject to supervision.</li> <li>To take instructions from clients and prepare case plans.</li> <li>To undertake advocacy on behalf of Thurrock Council in accordance with appropriate rights of audience.</li> <li>To draft legal documentation including Court applications, Witness Statements, Briefs to Counsel and Statements of Case.</li> <li>To liaise with the courts, counsel, and parties to proceedings via telephone, correspondence, and in person where relevant.</li> <li>To represent Thurrock Council at meetings, conferences with Counsel and to attend court with Counsel in appropriate circumstances</li> <li>Office attendance is required two days per week. Additional day/s will be expected if the opportunity arises for advocacy/relevant experience (court attendance, etc) which will benefit your placement</li> <li>Through research, to maintain and disseminate a constant awareness of good practice and new legislation /case law in the relevant areas of specialism within the Legal and Governance Directorate, for the benefit of colleagues and clients.</li> <li>To develop and maintain experience and expertise of the law and local government law and practice.</li> <li>To undertake the attendance and study required under the solicitor apprenticeship scheme.</li> <li>Plan and prioritise allocated work efficiently.</li> <li>To develop strong influencing and negotiating skills with the ability to maintain effective, credible relationships.</li> <li>To work flexibly and collaboratively across the wider Directorate, as required.</li> <li>Ensure effective operational use of all Directorate resources by regularly reviewing working methods, systems, and equipment.</li> <li>To act in accordance with and promote the Nolan Principles in the council.</li> <li>To be flexible with regards to working hours to ensure that Directorate needs, and client requirements are met.</li></ul>This job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive, it is issued as a framework to outline the main areas of responsibility at the time of writing. The job holder will carry out such other tasks as may reasonably be required. &nbsp; Advert Closing Date Redeployment Only: 11th September 2025 Applications: Sunday 21st September 2025&nbsp; Interview Date:&nbsp;Tuesday 30th September 2025For an informal discussion about these positions please contact Lyra-Mai Mayari, Head of Legal Services, on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lyramai.mayari@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">lyramai.mayari@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ed2a7rlhLH5Gqqpt3uhwcyMBN6CcuxgQ538HmhQua5ZOjQ?e=cQWSHB" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> “If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page” &nbsp;About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. 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Trainee Solicitor/Solicitor Apprentice

Job DescriptionOrganisation: London Borough of Waltham ForestSalary:&nbsp;PO3/PO6 £45,750 - £57,402Contract Type: Full-Time/Fixed Term Contract (12 months maternity cover) &nbsp;Working hours per week:&nbsp;36Application Deadline: 16/09/2025Proposed Interview Date(s): TBC&nbsp;Reference: 1869About Us:&nbsp;Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp;We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp;London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.&nbsp;About the role:&nbsp;This is a fixed-term position to provide maternity cover, anticipated to last for&nbsp;12 months months. However, applicants should be aware that the duration of the contract&nbsp;may be&nbsp;subject to change. In the event that the employee currently on maternity leave decides to return to work earlier than originally indicated, the contract may be terminated with appropriate notice in accordance with the terms of employment.Waltham Forest Legal Services is a high performing in house legal service which plays an essential part in the achievement of the priorities and objectives of Waltham Forest. &nbsp;Our objective is to provide high quality and efficient professional services that meet our clients’ expectations and provides a business and solution focussed approach. &nbsp;The Service has been accredited to Lexcel since 2005. &nbsp;We are looking for a Litigation Lawyer to join our Litigation and Public Law Team to cover for the absence of a colleague who is going on maternity leave. &nbsp;It will be a one-year fixed term contract. &nbsp;The work will focus on one or more of complex possession, Housing Judicial Review and Access and Anti-Social Behaviour Injunctions. &nbsp;You will be responsible for a challenging caseload, you will be line managed by Senior Lawyers and supported by legal officers and paralegals in the team.The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor, or barrister with three years post qualification experience, able to demonstrate experience in one or more of complex possession, Judicial Review or injunction work. The ability to undertake advocacy in the County Court is desirable.&nbsp;<a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/Role%20Profile%20-%20Lawyer%20(Litigation)%20(1869).pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;&nbsp;</a>Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;To be responsible for giving legal advice, drafting documents, conducting litigation, undertaking advocacy and providing support to clients in one or more areas of the Litigation Team’s work as follows; complex possession, homelessness, anti social behaviour and other injunction work.Responsible for conduct of litigation (including advocacy) in the areas of responsibility as assigned by the Senior Lawyer and/or Head of Law (Litigation)To contribute to the effective operational management of the Legal Services team in order to deliver a high quality and cost-effective legal service which includes undertaking work in other areas of Legal Services where required and competent to do so.&nbsp; &nbsp;Qualifications and Requirements:&nbsp;To be considered for this position, you should meet the following requirements:&nbsp;<ul> <li>At least one years’ experience as a qualified solicitor, barrister or FILEX</li> <li>Proficiency in office software&nbsp; &nbsp;</li></ul>Terms and conditions:&nbsp;The below terms and conditions apply to this role:&nbsp;Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks; Satisfactory declaration of interest;&nbsp;As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.&nbsp;How to Apply:&nbsp;Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.&nbsp;We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp;Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp;To support the above and 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. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp;We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp;For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>.&nbsp;Contact Information:&nbsp;If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Glenn Craig, Principal Housing Solicitor at <a href="mailto:glenn.craig@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">glenn.craig@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp;Click here for further information on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp;





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Lawyer (Litigation)

Job Description&nbsp;***Please follow the links below to apply via Penna***Lawyer (Family)&nbsp;Salary: PO3-PO5 £45,750 - £55,323 &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Full of energy and culture, Waltham Forest is a progressive and innovative borough with a Legal Service to match. We provide our diverse client departments with the best possible service through our highly skilled professionals. As a Lawyer in the Child Care sub&nbsp;team, you’ll bring your expertise to our Families Team. If you’re looking for an exciting new role in a fantastic corner of London, this could be your ideal opportunity.&nbsp;Join us, and you will be initiating and conducting care proceedings under the Children’s Act 1989. You’ll have a varied and challenging caseload, including all aspects of care and adoption proceedings and advice work, as well as matters in pre-proceedings.&nbsp;We’ll be expecting you to give timely and accurate legal advice, deal with a complex caseload and stay up to date with relevant legislation. You must therefore be a qualified solicitor or barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with considerable experience and PQE.&nbsp;With experience in another local authority or large organisation, you’ll have accurate knowledge of practice and procedure in relation to child care law including, care and adoption proceedings, and private law proceedings. Advocacy experience&nbsp;in a wide variety of care&nbsp;proceedings in the Family Courtis also desirable or at least a willingness to develop this skill..&nbsp;We are looking for professionals with excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing, and dedication to the job. You will work within a friendly, welcoming and supportive team where your professional development will be nurtured and appreciated day to day.With the determination to meet deadlines, you’ll work flexibly, including outside normal office hours if necessary. And, with your commitmentPlease note that this role is subject to a Basic Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.***To find out more please follow the links below to apply via Penna***&nbsp;4 positions available&nbsp;<a href="https://url.uk.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/EcwECgp09F0WJ9GTyHxs4sSjG" target="_blank">Penna | Job board |Lawyer (Family Child Care)&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://url.uk.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/GZ5ICjY19s5J08RFYI3smYPgF" target="_blank">Penna | Job board |Lawyer (Adult Social Care)&nbsp;</a>Equal OpportunitiesWaltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. To support the above and 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. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/content/waltham-forest-council-policies-procedures-and-rules-which-apply-employment" target="_blank">recruitment and selection policy</a>For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Brian Gallagher via&nbsp;<a href="mailto:brian.gallagher@penna.com" target="_blank">brian.gallagher@penna.com</a>&nbsp;or call 07716 098175<ul></ul>

Lawyer (Family)

Job Description***Please follow the link below to apply via Penna***Advocate (Child Care)Salary:&nbsp;PO10£68,784 -£72,399 &nbsp;Full of energy and culture, Waltham Forest is a progressive and innovative borough with a Legal Service to match. We provide the best possible legal service to our diverse client departments through our highly skilled legal professionals. As an In-house Advocate, you’ll represent Children’s Social Care teams and be a specialist in your area. Part of our Lexcel-accredited practice, you’ll be a key member of our Families team.Your role will involve giving advice on relevant legislation and providing representation in the Family Court to the children’s social care teams, covering all aspects of childcare law. It means delivering a legal service that meets all Council, professional and legal requirements in line with our business and service plans.To join us, you must be a qualified Barrister, Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with ideally High Rights of Audience. A childcare specialist, you’ll be confident and capable – ready to work independently and act upon your initiative. You’ll also be&nbsp;able and committed to working in a flexible way, including outside normal office hours when necessary.&nbsp;Whilst a local authority background would be an advantage, we’ll also welcome experience in private practice. Alternatively, you could be counsel who has completed pupillage or a professional who has built up transferable skills in another in-house role.&nbsp;Wherever you’ve worked, you must have a good working knowledge of local government law as well as childcare legislation. We’re also looking for the ability to formulate and present quality legal robust arguments before&nbsp;the Courts on behalf of our clients, both orally and in writing, within hearings of varying lengths and complexity.To be considered, you must have initiative, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and commitment to the job. You will work within a friendly, welcoming and supportive team where your professional development will be nurtured and appreciated. With your dedication to the role, you’ll have what it takes to a change a child’s world.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please note that this role is subject to a Basic Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.***To find out more please follow the link below to apply via Penna***<a href="https://url.uk.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/9fj6C08KrFoWzVmTrF1s94Szc" target="_blank">Penna | Job board | In-House Advocate (Child Care)&nbsp;</a>Equal OpportunitiesWaltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. To support the above and 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. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/content/waltham-forest-council-policies-procedures-and-rules-which-apply-employment" target="_blank">recruitment and selection policy</a>.Contact Information:&nbsp;If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact [Brian Gallagher , Recruitment Consultant &nbsp;at &nbsp;Penna Recruitment, Email : <a href="mailto:Brian.gallagher@penna.com" target="_blank">Brian.gallagher@penna.com</a>&nbsp;<ul></ul>

Senior Lawyer Advocacy

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Step into a role where your expertise can help shape the provision of Adult Social Care services. Southwark Council’s Safeguarding and Community Services Legal Team is now hiring an ambitious Adult Social Care Lawyer to help drive exceptional outcomes for our residents. By joining us, you will be at the heart of legal decisions that protect the most vulnerable, and be part of life changing litigation, steering the direction of services that touch many adult lives every day.Here, your legal expertise won’t just resolve cases, it can help drive change within a council committed to excellence, collaboration and bold ambition for Adult Social Services.Why this role stands out: <ul><li>Impact with meaning: Your advice directly influences life‑changing decisions for vulnerable adults and their families.</li><li>Grow where you’re valued: Work with a close‑knit, progressive legal team that invests in your development and gives you space to thrive.</li><li>Do law with edge: Handle complex cases where local government meets cutting‑edge legal challenges.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>You’ll be at the forefront of providing first‑class, cost‑effective legal advice to the Adult Social Care team, ensuring decision making meets the highest standards of good governance. Key responsibilities include: <ul><li>Delivering a high‑quality, sustainable legal service in line with statutory and contractual obligations.</li><li>Managing your own caseload of more complex adult social care matters under minimal supervision. This includes drafting documents, responding to correspondence and advising at meetings.</li><li>Researching legal questions and providing clear, practical briefings to clients, colleagues and counsel.</li><li>Preparing cases for courts, tribunals and inquests.</li><li>Presenting cases at court as required and dependent upon rights of audience.</li><li>Preparing legal concurrents for Council reports.</li><li>Assisting clients to respond to legal queries from Council members, MPs, the Ombudsman and external partners.</li><li>Advising clients on the impact of new legislation.</li><li>Providing client training.</li><li>Driving continuous improvement in your area of expertise, ensuring the service stays responsive in a changing environment.</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We’re looking for a proactive Lawyer who brings a blend of the following: <ul><li>A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEx with a current (or eligible) practising certificate.</li><li>Extensive knowledge and proven experience of adult social care law (including community care, mental health, Court of Protection, NRPF and care leavers).</li><li>Experience of managing a busy caseload of more complex cases providing solutions under pressure.</li><li>Skilled in drafting pleadings, and other legal documents, as well as undertaking advocacy if required.</li><li>An understanding of good governance and local government, human rights and equalities legislation.</li><li>Experience working in a legal service or practice, confident with legal research tools and case management systems.</li><li>A clear commitment to continuing professional development and staying at the leading edge of your field.</li><li>Able to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and clients.</li><li>Able to work well as part of a team.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About Southwark CouncilSouthwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>Salary Range: £48,618 - £55,710 This post attracts an additional benefit to the value of £2,724 PA for staff which can be used for benefits.Recruitment timetable:Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on the 22nd of September 2025Interview Date: The 29th of September 2025We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2560908&amp;ptId=106685" target="_blank">JD for Adults Social Care Lawyer - Grade 11.docx</a></li></ul>





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Adult Social Care Lawyer

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Step into a role where your expertise can help shape the future of Adult Social Care. Southwark Council’s Safeguarding and Community Services Legal Team is now hiring an ambitious Assistant Adult Social Care Lawyer. By joining us, you will be at the heart of legal decisions that protect the most vulnerable, and be part of life changing litigation, steering the direction of services that touch many adult lives every day.Here, your legal expertise won’t just resolve cases, it can help drive meaningful change within a council committed to excellence, collaboration and bold ambition for Adult Social Services.Why this role stands out: <ul><li>Impact with meaning: Your advice directly influences life‑changing decisions for vulnerable adults and their families.</li><li>Grow where you’re valued: Work with a close‑knit, progressive legal team that invests in your development and gives you space and support to thrive.</li><li>Do law with edge: Handle, real-world cases where local government meets cutting-edge legal challenges.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>You’ll be at the forefront of providing first-class, cost-effective legal advice to the Adult Social Care team, making sure every decision meets the highest standards of good governance. Key responsibilities include: <ul><li>Delivering a high-quality, sustainable legal service in line with statutory and contractual obligations.</li><li>Managing your own caseload of less complex adult social care matters under minimal supervision, drafting documents, responding to correspondence and advising at meetings.</li><li>Preparing cases for courts, tribunals and inquests, with the possibility of undertaking advocacy where appropriate.</li><li>Supporting senior lawyers with initial case reviews, investigations, research and case preparation.</li><li>Researching legal questions and providing clear, practical briefings to clients, colleagues and counsel.</li><li>Driving continuous improvement in your area of expertise, ensuring the service stays responsive in a changing environment.</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We’re looking for a practical, proactive Lawyer who brings a blend of the following: <ul><li>A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEx with a current (or eligible) practising certificate.</li><li>Knowledge of the law in relation to vulnerable adults – including community care, mental health, Court of Protection, no recourse to public funds and children leaving care services.</li><li>Understanding of good governance and local government, human rights and equalities legislation.</li><li>Experience working in a legal service or practice, confident with legal research tools and case management systems.</li><li>A clear commitment to continuing professional development and staying at the leading edge of your field.</li><li>Track record of proactive case management with the ability to deliver solutions under pressure and to work as part of a team.</li><li>Experience of drafting legal documents and responding to pre action correspondence.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About Southwark CouncilSouthwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>Salary Range: £44,430 - £51,663Recruitment timetable:Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on the 22nd of September 2025Interview Date: The 29th of September 2025We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2560826&amp;ptId=106681" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Assistant Adult Social Care Lawyer

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Southwark Council’s Safeguarding and Community Services Legal team is now hiring exceptional Childcare Advocates who are ready to do more than advise, but to directly shape the futures of children and young people across our borough. By joining us, you will be at the heart of legal decisions that protect the most vulnerable, and be part of life changing litigation, steering the direction of services that touch many young lives every day. Here, your legal expertise won’t just resolve cases, it will set precedents, inspire innovation, and drive meaningful change within a council committed to excellence, collaboration and bold ambition for Children’s Services. What sets this role apart? <ul><li>Specialist Advocacy: Represent one of London’s busiest Children’s Services teams in the Central Family Court, High Court and Court of Appeal on cases that shape young lives.</li><li>Strategic Influence: Work directly with senior leaders, Cabinet and committees, shaping governance, policy and future‑facing service delivery across the borough.</li><li>Complex, Career‑Defining Work: Tackle high‑profile, multi‑party proceedings, drafting complex legal documents and driving innovation in public childcare law.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4><ul><li>Deliver expert legal advice on complex childcare law to senior management, Officers, Cabinet and committees.</li><li>Represent Southwark Children’s Services in all levels of court, including High Court and Court of Appeal, managing your own advocacy diary.</li><li>Lead on identifying legal issues arising from litigation or changes in statute, developing strategies and solutions.</li><li>Work autonomously on intricate cases while collaborating with senior lawyers and Heads of Service on borough‑wide initiatives.</li><li>Draft, prepare and present reports and legal comments for Cabinet and Council committees, attending meetings as required.</li><li>Advise on governance, risk, and case management strategies within a public law context.</li><li>Act as the in‑house technical expert, representing Southwark’s reputation in court, external networks, Local Family Justice Boards, and working groups.</li><li>Deliver training in house and to the London boroughs who form part of the South London Care Proceedings Project</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We’re looking for a practical, proactive, and results-driven Childcare Advocate who brings a blend of the following: <ul><li>A current practising certificate as a Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEX Fellow</li><li>In‑depth knowledge of public and private childcare law, child protection, adoption and fostering.</li><li>Track record of handling complex cases and proactive case management with the ability to deliver innovative solutions under pressure.</li><li>Significant experience conducting advocacy in contested hearings, fact‑finding and final hearings over multiple days.</li><li>Skilled in drafting pleadings, and other complex legal documents.</li><li>Excellent client care with the skills to work collaboratively and inspire trust and confidence in working relationships with in - house clients and lawyers</li><li>Integrity and strong negotiation, mediation and listening skills, with the ability to advise and influence at senior levels and within multi‑agency settings.</li><li>Aptitude to develop networks with judiciary, external agencies and legal professionals to raise Southwark’s profile.</li><li>Southwark council would be looking for the candidate who is able to attend the office on a monthly basis, subject to court commitments.</li><li>This role is predominantly court based, and so there is no requirement to attend the office a set minimum number of days.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About Southwark CouncilSouthwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>Salary Range: £57,678 - £71,742This post attracts an additional benefit to the value of £2,724 PA for staff which can be used for benefits or taken as cash. Recruitment timetable:Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on the 22nd of September 2025Interview Date: The 6th of October 2025We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2559384&amp;ptId=106099" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Salary Range: £55,581 - £63,438&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Job Level:&nbsp;Level 5, Zone 1&nbsp; Work Location: 5 Pancras Square, N1C 4AG&nbsp; Hours per week:&nbsp;36 Contract type:&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp; Closing date: Sunday 28th September 2025; 23:55 About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.&nbsp; What You’ll Be Doing&nbsp; Join Camden's dynamic Legal Services team, where you’ll play a critical role in breaking down barriers while embracing a risk-aware approach. You'll engage with senior officers and Members to offer high-quality legal services, with a focus on social justice. Collaborate closely with various service directorates to ensure efficient delivery of Council priorities, all while managing a personal caseload that includes high-profile and complex cases. Become a trusted advisor, advocate, and problem solver as you contribute to Camden's vision of innovative, responsive legal solutions.&nbsp; All About You&nbsp; To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'.&nbsp; We are looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives with experience in planning law and local government law. You should have hands-on experience in preparing cases and drafting legal documents, demonstrating confidence in leading challenging cases and providing high-level advice. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for engaging with clients and stakeholders.&nbsp; You must be skilled in drafting Section 106 Agreements and negotiating Agreements, Unilateral Undertakings, and Licenses. Additionally, you should excel in managing planning inquiries, appeals, judicial reviews, and injunctions, providing comprehensive advice both in writing and verbally. Proficiency in drafting highway documents (s177 licenses and s278/s38 Agreements) and advising on highway matters is also required.&nbsp; Familiarity with the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, and compliance requirements for relevant regulators is necessary, along with a general knowledge of local government law as it pertains to planning.&nbsp; To view the Job Profile, please&nbsp;click HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your browser:&nbsp;<a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11150405/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11150405/file/documen…</a> What We Offer&nbsp; At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know that a work life balance is extremely important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.&nbsp; Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details.&nbsp; Inclusion and Diversity&nbsp; We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp; To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit <a href="https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity&amp;nbsp</a>; Anonymised Application – in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias.&nbsp; Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG&nbsp;

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