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Principal Lawyer -Property, Planning &amp; Regeneration PO9: £78,000 - 83,000 depending on experience (including of £5000 pa market supplement).*&nbsp; Additional £5,000 welcome bonus which is payable 50% after 6 months and 50% after 12 months in the role. Hybrid working About Us: It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council,&nbsp;we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our&nbsp;Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth.&nbsp;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 developed 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. 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: A team of lawyers providing innovative and pragmatic legal advice to a range of internal clients predominantly in respect of planning and property matters generally and other areas of legal practice where necessary. About the Role: An&nbsp;exciting opportunity has arisen in the Council’s&nbsp;legal department for a Principal Lawyer -Property, Planning and Regeneration&nbsp;to join our team. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals with initiative, a proactive approach to problem solving and a real commitment to the job. In return for this we can offer you an excellent benefits package alongside a flexible, modern working environment equipped with the technology needed to enable you to balance the pressures of a busy role. We are looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (or equivalent relevant qualification), ideally from within the public sector but private sector applicants are welcome. &nbsp; This is a varied role, and the successful candidate will be expected to manage a team of staff and a busy and challenging caseload.&nbsp;They will be highly organised, proactive, flexible, able to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines.&nbsp; They will maintain quality assurance and performance standards in the service provided by their team to the Council. You will be expected to lead, direct, develop and improve the service to operational teams, predominately in the area of planning &amp; highways and property, to ensure the provision of an excellent standard of service and value for money. This is an exciting role where you will work with the new Assistant Director of Legal Services in relation to a number of corporate activities and transformation plans.&nbsp; Please get in touch if you have any questions and the Assistant Director would be pleased to speak. * subject to review To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence how you meet the criteria marked on the person specification Job Description &amp; Person Specification 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: Closing date: @11:59 pm on Sunday 19th October 2025. Benefits: We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including: ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hybrid Working. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Employee Assistance Programme. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discounts at local restaurants. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cycle to Work Scheme. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre. ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Trade Union Membership. At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please&nbsp;click&nbsp;here. We actively support applications from Lambeth Care Leavers.

Lambeth Council

Principal Lawyer - Property, Planning & Regeneration

Due to a transformation programme and local government reorganisation, the Council has created this exciting new role to support the organisation, legal services, and the Head of Legal Services in going forward to becoming a new organisation. The role is ideal for a current Principal Lawyer wishing to take the next step in their career, or a serving deputy looking for a new challenge. Main Responsibilities <ul><li>To act as deputy to the head of legal services and act as one of her deputy monitoring officers;</li><li>To line manage professional and support staff and to mentor the same;</li><li>To support the head of legal services in her work relating to Local Government Reorganisation;</li><li>To assist with the managing of the service budget including proactively considering savings and effective spend strategies, and implementing strategies to minimise costs relating to external legal services;</li><li>To ensure legal advice is high quality, and delivered in a timely, professional way;</li><li>To proactively review and recommend changes to strategy and policy resulting from changing legislation;</li><li>To assist on streamlining practices including workflows into the service;</li><li>To deputise for the DPO where required, including internal reviews;</li><li>To deal with complaints where necessary including first and second tier complaints;</li><li>To develop and embed at pace trusted customer focused relationships with members, senior management across the business areas and to support the delivery of service priorities, including understanding the objectives and challenges in each business area;</li><li>To lead by example by exhibiting and promoting the Council’s values and behaviours;</li></ul> Please note this is a politically restricted post for the purposes of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. The Ideal Candidate <ul><li>A qualified solicitor or barrister, with local government and management experience of at least principal lawyer level. </li><li>Demonstrable knowledge and experience in providing legal advice to more than one core business areas. </li><li>A resilient leader who deals well with multiple competing challenges;</li><li>A track record of finding creative solutions to legal challenges and the ability to think strategically across</li><li>Organisational boundaries to provide solutions. </li><li>Ability to see the big picture, interpret it and proactively develop relevant strategies, plans and deliverables. </li></ul>We will continue to advertise this post until we find the right candidate. If you are interested we recommend applying as soon as possible.<ul></ul>

Deputy Head of Legal Services and Deputy Monitoring Officer

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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.

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Property Lawyer/ILEX/Licenced Conveyancers
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Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here. &nbsp;
The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.
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The Post
You will be one of a team of lawyers dealing with Residential Property Right to Buy matters. You will be able to demonstrate experience of residential property conveyancing transactions, Right to Buy and other related property matters will be your main area of work. You will have good drafting skills and an eye for detail as well as a good understanding to conveyancing law and practise. &nbsp;You will be able to conduct your caseload with minimum supervision and will be accustomed to working at pace in a busy team.&nbsp; We work collaboratively and flexibly and welcome applications from all members of the community. If you want to be part of our journey, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp; This post is classified as a flexible worker and requires 3 days office attendance a week. The Person
This role may suit someone wishing to move from a private law firm or charity sector to a career in local government. This is a great opportunity for a talented and ambitious professional to join a friendly, committed and highly regarded legal team to help deliver quality legal advice, as well as making a real contribution to the quality of life and sustainability of the borough. We are looking for a team player who is self-motivated &nbsp;and flexible with good communication skills. You will be required to work to tight timescales.&nbsp;

Our Offer to You
In addition to your salary, you will also get to enjoy the following benefits:
• &nbsp; &nbsp;27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 31 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years continuous service • &nbsp; &nbsp;Very generous employer pension contribution • &nbsp; &nbsp;Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home 2 days per week (laptop provided) • &nbsp; &nbsp;A wide range of family friendly policies such as parental leave • &nbsp; &nbsp;Access to affordable parking nearby • &nbsp; &nbsp;Access to our Zipcar scheme&nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Access to our Employee Assistance programme for free confidential counselling • &nbsp; &nbsp;Season ticket loan for public transport • &nbsp; &nbsp;Cycle to work scheme and good onsite facilities • &nbsp; &nbsp;Access to My Brent Rewards for big brand discounts, local offers and money off for travel, cinema and shopping vouchers.&nbsp;

Closing date: 2 October 2025 (23:59) &nbsp;
Additional Information&nbsp;
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Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time

If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.


Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances. &nbsp;
The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">here</a>.
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Brent has a positive approach to flexible working. &nbsp;
As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;

Brent Council

This is Brent

Property Lawyer (Residential)

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview We are seeking to recruit a full-time Education lawyer for the Adults Social Care, Employment, and Education team at HB Public Law (HBPL). You will undertake varied, high-quality work with like-minded and supportive colleagues who are committed to public service and excellent client care. HBPL is one of the country’s leading shared local authority legal practices between a number of Northwest London and out of London local authorities; it is Lexcel accredited, and we pride ourselves on delivering a high-quality service. Staff are employed by Harrow Council but work for several public sector clients About You The successful candidate will be required to carry a full caseload dealing with SEND Tribunal cases, advising and preparing responses for the Tribunal, and advising in respect of school admissions, exclusions and complaint matters, including LGSCO responses for Local authority clients and advising schools in respect of a variety of matters including exclusion matters and complaints. The candidate will also advise schools in respect of Governing Body Exclusion Panels and Independent Review Panels as well as separately advising panels from time to time You will be required to pick up a caseload from the outset. We will consider less experienced individuals with the right personal qualities and an excellent approach to client care who are able to grow into the role. Candidates from both the public and private sector are encouraged to apply for this position, as the practice’s current staff base is drawn from both sectors.There may be opportunities for the right candidate to develop knowledge in the Employment and Adult work within the teamThe closing date for all applications is Monday the 6th of October 2025. Related Documents For more information, please refer to <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=19792&amp;hashed=1219853481" target="_blank">Role Profile/ Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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Harrow Council

Lawyer / Senior Lawyer –Education, Adults Social Care, and Employment

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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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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

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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
Woking Borough Council has a number of exciting opportunities within its expert and well respected In-House Legal team to support the Council’s functions and services.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic Housing Lawyer to play a key role in our team.
We are looking for a Housing Lawyer to carry a varied caseload in all areas of Housing work as required including possession proceedings, disrepair claims, standard anti-social behaviour matters and private sector housing&nbsp;matters.
You should be proactive, confident, organised and be able to work on your own initiative. You should be able to manage a busy workload to tight deadlines.&nbsp;
You will support the Head of Legal Services and the Director of Legal and Democratic Services to provide a comprehensive, efficient and effective Legal service to the Council, as well as supporting lawyers in handling cases.&nbsp;
In return, we offer
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<li>Flexi time scheme</li>
<li>Membership of the local government pension scheme</li>
<li>Discounted health and leisure membership</li>
<li>The opportunity to work in a vibrant and dynamic part of Surrey with excellent amenities nearby and transport connections to London</li>
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When applying please clearly identifiy how your skills and experience match the job description and person specification.&nbsp;&nbsp;For an informal and confidential chat about this post, feel free to contact our Head of Legal Services, <a href="mailto:john.sharland@woking.gov.uk" target="_blank">john.sharland@woking.gov.uk</a>
Closing date:&nbsp;&nbsp; 30 September 2025 @ 23:59
Interview date: w/c 6 October 2025

Housing Lawyer

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/3407/Job_Application_Guide_2018.pdf" target="_blank">Job_Application_Guide_2018</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/3410/Propery_Lawyer_JD.docx" target="_blank">Propery_Lawyer_JD</a></li>
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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
Woking Borough Council has a number of exciting opportunities within its expert and well respected In-House Legal team to support the Council’s functions and services.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic Property Lawyer to play a key role in our team.
We are looking for a Property Lawyer to carry a varied Property caseload in a Local Government context. You will have a sound knowledge of general Property and Landlord and Tenant Law as well as experience in more complicated Development orientated matters. The Council has a large Retail and Office portfolio, making good experience of transactional work in these areas essential but you will be prepared to assist in other areas as required. &nbsp;&nbsp;
You should be enthusiastic, confident, organised and be able to work on your own initiative. You should be able to manage a busy workload to tight deadlines.&nbsp;
You will support the Head of Legal Services and the Director of Legal and Democratic Services to provide a comprehensive, efficient and effective Legal service to the Council, as well as supporting lawyers in handling cases.&nbsp;
In return, we offer
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<li>A competitive salary&nbsp;</li>
<li>Flexible benefits&nbsp;</li>
<li>Flexi time scheme</li>
<li>Membership of the local government pension scheme</li>
<li>Discounted health and leisure membership</li>
<li>The opportunity to work in a vibrant and dynamic part of Surrey with excellent amenities nearby and transport connections to London</li>
</ul>
When applying please clearly identifiy how your skills and experience match the job description and person specification.&nbsp;For an informal and confidential chat about this post, please contact our Head of Legal Services, <a href="mailto:John.sharland@woking.gov.uk" target="_blank">John.sharland@woking.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Closing date:&nbsp;&nbsp; 30 September 2025 @ 23.:59
Interview date: w/c&nbsp; 6 October 2025

Property Solicitor

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/3402/Job_Application_Guide_2018.pdf" target="_blank">Job_Application_Guide_2018</a></li>
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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
Woking Borough Council has a number of exciting opportunities within its expert and well respected In-House Legal team to support the Council’s functions and services.
As a Legal Officer, you will be involved in providing crucial legal advice, drafting, preparing and completing Legal documents and dealing with incoming and outgoing Legal notices. We are looking for a motivated and responsible Legal professional to work primarily on Property matters with the potential to pick up work in other areas.
You will provide high quality Legal support and advice to colleagues and officers of the Council and supervision to other more junior members of Legal Services. We are looking for another excellent Legal colleague to become a valued member of our small but welcoming team.
You should be enthusiastic, confident, organised and be able to work on your own initiative. You should be able to manage a busy workload to tight deadlines.&nbsp;
You will support the Head of Legal Services and the Director of Legal and Democratic Services to provide a comprehensive, efficient and effective Legal service to the Council as well as supporting lawyers in handling cases.&nbsp;
In return you will be offered:
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<li>a generous flexi time scheme (with the ability to take up to two “flexi” days a month)</li>
<li>membership of the Local Government Pension scheme</li>
<li>discounted health and leisure membership</li>
<li>plus many more excellent benefits.</li>
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You will be offered the opportunity to work in a vibrant and dynamic part of Surrey with excellent amenities nearby and transport connections to London.
For more information please refer to the Job Profile and when applying please clearly identify how your skills and experience match the job description and person specification.
For an informal and confidential chat about the role , please contact the Head of Legal Services <a href="mailto:john.sharland@woking.gov.uk" target="_blank">john.sharland@woking.gov.uk</a>  
Closing date:&nbsp;&nbsp;30 September 2025 @ 23.59
Interview date: w/c 6 October 2025

Legal Officer (Property)

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a Corporate &amp; Financial Investigations Officer to join its Corporate Anti-Fraud Team (CAFT), in a dynamic and high-impact role dedicated to protecting public funds and combating financial crime across the Council and its partner organisations. Supporting the CAFT Manager, you will deliver a robust investigation service into fraud, irregularity, and malpractice, while leading complex financial investigations under the Proceeds of Crime Act and other relevant legislation. As an Accredited Financial Investigator, you will be instrumental in identifying and recovering criminal assets, advising on fraud risks, and assisting enforcement teams across services such as Planning, Trading Standards, and Housing. You will also contribute to proactive anti-fraud reviews, training initiatives, and strategic counter-fraud exercises. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in criminal investigations, financial analysis, and multi-agency collaboration, with a thorough understanding of the legislative framework surrounding fraud and financial crime. This is a compelling opportunity to make a meaningful impact in safeguarding public resources and strengthening Harrow’s anti-fraud culture. Join us in shaping this dynamic new role at the Council, where you'll have the opportunity to enhance and evolve our financial investigation processes. If you're a confident communicator with a keen investigative mindset and a passion for serving the public, we’d be excited to hear from you. About You The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>Extensive experience conducting complex fraud investigations to criminal prosecution standards, ideally within a public sector environment.</li><li>Current accreditation as a Financial Investigator, along with a recognised counter-fraud qualification (e.g. PINS, BTEC, ACFS). </li><li>Strong analytical skills and the ability to interrogate financial data using specialist software such as Altia.</li><li>A thorough understanding of legislation relevant to financial investigations, including POCA, PACE, CPIA, Fraud Act, Bribery Act, and RIPA.</li><li>A strategic mindset with the ability to identify fraud risks and implement proactive counter-fraud initiatives.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce high-quality reports and present evidence in formal settings.</li><li>A collaborative approach, with experience working across multi-disciplinary teams and external enforcement agencies.</li><li>The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver results under pressure.</li><li>A strong commitment to confidentiality, data protection, and ethical investigative practices.</li><li>A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or above (or equivalent), including English and Maths.</li></ul> Related Documents For more information, please refer to <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=25155&amp;hashed=2065716271" target="_blank">Role Profile/ Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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<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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We are looking for a passionate and skilled Child Care Lawyer to join our dedicated Joint Legal Team, delivering high-quality legal services across multiple local authorities. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in safeguarding children and supporting social work teams to achieve the best outcomes for vulnerable families.&nbsp; We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.&nbsp; We support hybrid working, it’s important to us that working arrangements are designed to enable our employees to excel and within this role you’ll have the opportunity to work in a way that suits your lifestyle.&nbsp; About the role: The purpose of Legal Services is to provide the Council and its partners with the highest quality professional legal advice and representation which allows them to run their organisations well, and to serve our community.&nbsp; Our ambition is to be the best place to practice law in local government; being close to our customers, recruiting the best talent, successfully deploying legal technology and ensuring the continued growth of the business to new customers.&nbsp;&nbsp; The Joint Legal Team is a long-standing shared legal service for all the Berkshire councils and a recognised centre of excellence for child care law, adults and education law. We are hosted by Reading Borough Council, working from our modern offices in Reading town centre close to the train station and courts.&nbsp; We are recruiting for qualified solicitors, barristers or FCILEX to join our child care teams in the Joint Legal Team. Willingness to undertake advocacy at CMHs and IRHs is an advantage. You will work in a small team of lawyers, supported by paralegals and legal assistants and led by an experienced Principal Lawyer. You will be supported you in your work and in your professional development to develop your skills by our Professional Support Lawyer and to move to the next level in your career.&nbsp;&nbsp; In Child Care Court Teams you will have opportunities to work on a wide range of interesting and complex cases to grow your experience. Our long established Adoption and Permanence Team works closely with Adopt Thames Valley to support our clients. We offer advocacy training to our lawyers.&nbsp; You will report to a Senior Lawyer or a Principal Lawyer who will support you in your work and in your professional development. We encourage our lawyers to develop their legal skills and to move to the next level in their career. &nbsp;&nbsp; Our Legal Operations Team will support you in delivering your work as we invest further in our systems and processes and work towards Lexcel accreditation.&nbsp; You will be part of a dynamic team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As part of Team Reading you will play your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Whatever your specialism or previous experience, you will thrive on the challenge of working in a customer focussed environment and in a team which has an ambitious agenda for the future.  You will have opportunities to join in the wider work of the team outside your specialist field in helping us to reach our team objectives.    &nbsp; All of our lawyer roles are open to qualified solicitors, barristers and chartered legal executives.  &nbsp; About you: To apply for this role you will require:&nbsp;&nbsp; - A current practising certificate and be entitled to practice in England as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executive&nbsp; - Experience of providing legal services for a range of local government services&nbsp;&nbsp; - An ability to work to tight deadlines and remain calm whilst under pressure&nbsp; - Attention to detail and the confidence to work independently as well as in a team&nbsp;&nbsp; - Excellent communication, team-work and relationship building skills.&nbsp; - A flexible approach to work and ability to use initiative&nbsp; - Ability to maintain confidentiality&nbsp;&nbsp; The TEAM Reading values underpin the way we work day-to-day and are the foundation for modern, cost effective services to improve the lives of local people.&nbsp; Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:&nbsp;&nbsp; Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do&nbsp; Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential&nbsp;&nbsp; Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way&nbsp;&nbsp; Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.&nbsp;&nbsp; Our offer: We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.&nbsp; A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:&nbsp;&nbsp; - Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave&nbsp; - A wide range of flexible working opportunities &nbsp; - Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading&nbsp; - Local Government Pension Scheme(LGPS)&nbsp;&nbsp; - On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted&nbsp; - Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work&nbsp; - Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.  The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax&nbsp; For more information on this position, please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@reading.gov.uk</a> or for an informal chat about this role, please contact Eleanor Gibson, the Team Leader for Child Care, <a href="mailto:eleanor.gibson@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">eleanor.gibson@reading.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; Closing Date: Sunday 21st September 2025 (Applications to be reviewed upon submission) Interview date: To be confirmed&nbsp; Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;

Reading Borough Council

Child Care Lawyer - Joint Legal Team

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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;

Lawyer - Planning

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Are you an experienced housing lawyer ready to take the next step in your legal career? We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Senior Housing Lawyer to join our dynamic Housing &amp; Civil Litigation Team within the Council’s Legal Services. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in high-quality legal work that truly makes a difference. If you have strong legal expertise, particularly in housing litigation, and a thorough understanding of key housing legislation, we’d love to hear from you. Join us as we work towards becoming the best place to practice local government law—where talent is valued, innovation is embraced, and professional excellence is at the heart of everything we do. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. We are open to flexible working patterns and can provide a hybrid working environment which utilises the best of both worlds with a mix of office working in central Reading and homeworking according to the needs of the Service. About the role: This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the Council’s Housing Service by providing expert advice and assistance across all areas of Housing and Homelessness law. You’ll represent the Council in County and Magistrates' Court proceedings, with the potential to be involved in complex cases in the High Court. Principal accountabilities and responsibilities include:
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<li>Be responsible for a large and varied caseload of Housing Litigation matters, to include drafting Letters Before Action, pleadings, witness statements, settlement agreements, briefs to counsel and corresponding with both Litigants in Person and legally represented opponents</li>
<li>Issuing court proceedings on behalf of the Council and ensuring that instructions are lodged within timescales</li>
<li>Complying with relevant Protocols and timescales, complying with the Civil Procedure Rules and ensuring that all court direction deadlines are met</li>
<li>Preparing for court hearings</li>
<li>Advocacy in the County Court and the Magistrates Court</li>
<li>Ensuring that clients are kept up to date with the progress of cases and legal action</li>
<li>Advising on all aspects of Housing law including in the areas of Homelessness, Allocations and Judicial Review and on relevant points arising in the Housing Act 1985, Housing Act 1996, Criminal Justice &amp; Public Order Act 1994, Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, Local Government Act 1972 and Equality Act 2010.</li>
<li>Assisting the Principal Lawyer where required in the more complex cases held by the team.</li>
<li>To deputise for the Principal Lawyer in casework or the management of the team when required by the Principal Lawyer</li>
<li>Providing advice to members, officers and partners on legal matters, policies and corporate issues, ensuring the Council’s best interests are achieved within the law.</li>
<li>Line managing of staff assigned by your line manager</li>
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About you: We’re looking for a qualified legal professional an admitted Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives with a current practising certificate and the right to practise in England. You’ll bring a strong interest in housing law, alongside in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience of Housing Litigation and court procedures, including conducting your own advocacy. With proven experience in managing or supervising others, you’ll be confident leading and supporting a team. Highly organised, conscientious, and collaborative, you take pride in delivering high-quality work and thrive in a dynamic, team-focused environment. Our ideal candidate will have:
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<li>Experience of holding a large and varied caseload of housing cases</li>
<li>Experience of dealing with cases allocated to both the Fast and Multi track</li>
<li>Excellent diary management skills and the ability to organise and prioritise workload to meet service needs</li>
<li>Recent advocacy experience</li>
<li>An excellent working knowledge in key Housing legislation</li>
<li>Good interpersonal skills and is a good team player</li>
<li>Experience of line managing people and/or extensive supervision of others and a willingness to do so in this role</li>
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You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed Our offer: We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
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<a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme</a> (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
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For more information on this position please contact Ms Georgina Tully - Principal Lawyer - <a href="mailto:Georgina.tully@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Georgina.tully@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing Date:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Sunday 21st September 2025 Interview Date: &nbsp;To be confirmed Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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