Education Lawyer

This Education Lawyer role in England and Wales, Wales is focused on providing expert legal advice and guidance to the County Council, elected members, officers, and committees. It would suit someone who can bring careful technical judgement and practical problem-solving to the role.

Known job details

• Location: England and Wales, Wales
• Contract: Contract
• Work model: Remote
• Support to the County Council, enabling it to discharge its functions lawfully and effectively.
• To provide timely, accurate, and effective legal advice, representation.
• Flexible and hybrid working environment, including remote working and office attendance as required.
• As per Council contract.

Likely focus of the role

• Provide expert legal advice and guidance to the County Council, elected members, officers, and committees.
• Managing a full and complex caseload with minimal supervision, delivering practical and innovative legal solutions.
• Represent the Council in legal proceedings, hearings, tribunals, inquiries, and advocacy matters as required.

Requirements mentioned

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX eligible to practise in England and Wales.
• Current practising certificate issued by the relevant regulatory authority or eligibility to obtain one.
• Degree or equivalent professional qualification, or significant relevant vocational experience.