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Lawyer - Children's Services

Halton Borough Council

£52,718 - £55,710 per annum (this includes a Market supplement of £7k)

Halton Borough Council, United Kingdom (On-Site)

Posted 5 days ago

Principal Conveyancing Officer

Halton Borough Council

£37,938 - £40,476

Halton Borough Council, United Kingdom (On-Site)

Posted 14 days ago

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Service Manager - Mental Health Act Lead

Liverpool City Council

£61840 - £68419

Cunard Building, Water Street, Liverpool (On-Site)

Posted 28 days ago

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