Education Lawyer

Civic Recruitment Limited

Job Location:

London - UK

Monthly Salary: £ 50 - 50

Experience Required: 4-5years

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

6 month contract role with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

The Education Lawyer will provide high-quality legal advice and support to the Council within the Legal & Governance team.

The post holder will manage a varied caseload of education-related legal matters offering expert guidance to services and elected members.

This role requires strong knowledge of education law within a local government context contributing to strategic objectives while ensuring compliance with legal and governance standards.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

Provide clear accurate and timely legal advice to Council departments and elected Members on education-related matters.

Manage a diverse caseload of routine and complex legal issues with minimal supervision.

Undertake advocacy in courts tribunals and hearings where required.

Attend committee meetings (including evenings) to advise on legal governance and procedural matters.

Draft and review legal documents reports policies and agreements.

Conduct legal research and provide interpretation of legislation case law and statutory guidance.

Ensure all work complies with Lexcel practice management standards and internal procedures.

Contribute to the development of corporate policies and operational strategies.

Use case management systems effectively to manage workload and meet performance targets.

Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Skills/Experience:

Qualified Solicitor Barrister or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx).

Proven experience in education law and/or local government legal services.

Strong understanding of relevant legislation statutory frameworks and case law.

Experience of advocacy and representation in courts or tribunals.

Ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently and efficiently.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Experience using legal case management systems.

Ability to influence negotiate and advise senior stakeholders and Members.

Commitment to equality diversity and public service values.

Additional Information:

Bi-Weekly Payments.

Location: Hackney London.

Contract: Interim until 31 October 2026.

Rate: 50.00 per hour (Umbrella).

Required Skills:

Qualified Solicitor Barrister or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx). Proven experience in education law and/or local government legal services. Strong understanding of relevant legislation statutory frameworks and case law. Experience of advocacy and representation in courts or tribunals. Ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently and efficiently. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Experience using legal case management systems. Ability to influence negotiate and advise senior stakeholders and Members. Commitment to equality diversity and public service values.

Required Education:

Qualified Solicitor Barrister or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx).

6 month contract role with a Local Authority Job Summary: The Education Lawyer will provide high-quality legal advice and support to the Council within the Legal & Governance team. The post holder will manage a varied caseload of education-related legal matters offering expert guidance to services a...