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The salary range for this role is 47,142 to 58,953 per annum, based on working 36-hours per week. This is depending on experience (with a Lawyers Career Scheme providing the opportunity for permanent staff to progress to 58,953). Part time applications will also be considered. Are you looking for a new opportunity to develop your career in Childcare Law? We are seeking a Child Protection Lawyer to join our fantastic legal team, based at Victoria Gate in Woking. The Council adopts a hybrid working policy with flexible working arrangements which includes coming together in person for 2 days per week on average (40% of the working week). The team are very approachable (even when working remotely!) so there will always be someone to provide you with support and discuss matters. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role As a Child Protection Lawyer at Surrey, you will join a supportive, successful and Lexcel accredited in-house legal team that delivers effective legal advice, representation and assistance to the Council. Our team culture is one which is supportive and engaged. We have regular team away days where we connect and collaborate with one another, leaving us feeling motivated and energised about our roles. You will be expected to carry out a range of key responsibilities, which will include: Managing a varied and interesting childcare caseload consisting of both pre-proceedings and applications before the Court Undertaking advocacy on behalf of the County Council Providing expert legal advice to the Council in respect of its duties and responsibilities in respect of children and young people, including those in respect of adoption You will be supported through training, regular supervision and development plans to continue learning and developing your expertise and to achieve successful progression through the career scheme. If joining us on a permanent basis, you will have the opportunity to join our Lawyers Career Scheme which will allow for accelerated career and salary progression based on performance. Working together with frontline Children's Services to safeguard children, we play a pivotal role in the Council's drive to ensure no one is left behind. We were previously nominated for a STARS in Surrey award for teamwork and get consistently excellent client feedback. If you are interested in developing and enhancing your existing skills whilst undertaking quality and varied work in the area of child protection, we'd love to hear from you! A current Lawyer in the team says "As a team lawyer at Surrey County Council, my daily work involves working collaboratively with social workers and other professionals, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of each case and fostering a holistic approach to problem-solving. This enables us to develop tailored legal strategies that address the specific needs of the children and families involved in cases spanning a broad-spectrum including PLO proceedings, care proceedings, deprivation of liberty applications, among others. In this role, I have the responsibility of representing and advising clients in diverse childcare cases ranging from initial proceedings to complex matters like adoption and special guardianship. The flexibility provided by agile working enhances my work-life balance, allowing me to adapt my working hours and locations to accommodate personal commitments while fulfilling my professional responsibilities." Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: You are Solicitor, barrister or Fellow of CILEX (with family ligation and advocacy practice rights) who is eligible to practise in England and Wales and has (or be in a position to apply for) a current practicing certificate issued by the relevant regulatory authority. You are able to manage a full and varied caseload and deliver innovative solutions with appropriate supervision. You have excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners and professionals. You have experience of or an aptitude for advocacy. You have an understanding of and are able to uphold the values of Surrey County Council. You ideally have experience in Family Law in either the private or public sector. We recognise transferable skills and have a track record of supporting Lawyers to further develop their skills in this rewarding area. You will be trained and supported to undertake advocacy commensurate with your experience and alongside this will hold a quality caseload of child protection cases. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. This post has been designated as a politically restricted post in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21/06/2026 with interviews to follow in the week commencing 29th June 2026. Should you wish to join a large, friendly, dedicated and experienced team of lawyers please click the apply button below to submit your application! Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information on our website. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Our Legal 500 and Lexcel-accredited client is seeking a Public Law Children/Care Solicitor for a fully office-based role in Notting Hill. This is an excellent opportunity to manage a varied Public Law Children caseload as a care specialist, working within a friendly and highly regarded team. Type of work for this Public Law Children Solicitor role: Care proceedings (Children Act 1989) Representation in public law children matters Emergency protection and interim care orders Fact-finding hearings involving neglect and abuse allegations Case management and final hearings in the Family Court Preparation of evidence bundles and witness statements Instructing and liaising with expert witnesses Negotiation with local authorities and CAFCASS Advocacy in contested hearings Legal aid case management The Firm: Established over 60 years ago, our client has developed a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice with a personal and approachable service. The firm has grown steadily and now offers a full range of services, including property, private client, family, and employment law, while maintaining a strong commitment to client care at every level. For a confidential discussion about this Public Law Children Solicitor vacancy, contact Mia Henderson at Law Staff, or apply now to join a supportive team offering excellent career prospects and a rewarding working environment. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003

Are you a 3-year PQE+ Children Panel Solicitor or Legal Executive seeking a new opportunity with a leading Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners ranked Firm? The firm offer hybrid working, generous annual leave which increases with service and excellent ongoing training and career development. Our client is seeking a Children Panel Lawyer to join there recently merged offices Childcare Department. You will demonstrate a genuine passion for publicly funded work along with strong advocacy skills and will be working with a number of members of the Law Society Children's Panel and Family Panel Resolution accredited specialists. The team represent parents, Guardians children, adopters, foster carers, kinship carers and advise on all matters of child care law. Hybrid working opportunities will be available, the Firm is paperless so IT proficiency is imperative. What will be expected from you for the Children Panel Lawyer role: A Children Panel member with at least 3 years PQE Undertake all aspects of childcare work Undertake advocacy Undertake a variety of work including public law, child protection, SGO and adoption matters Advising and assisting other team members and encouraging development Confidence to work independently as well as in a team and to prioritise workloads accordingly Excellent client care skills Benefits: Competitive salary and bonus structure Generous annual leave (25 days + bank holidays and office closure over Christmas/New Year), increasing with service Hybrid working opportunities A friendly working environment supported by modern IT infrastructure Ongoing training and career development within a nationally respected firm The Firm: With a rich history spanning two decades, the Firm is acknowledged in both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners rankings along with being recognised in the Times Best Law Firms for 2023 and 2024. With a dedicated team of over 200 staff with offices nationwide, the Firm is committed to servicing clients in both privately and publicly funded legal matters. Building partnerships based on trust, ensuring clients receive the support they need during challenging times with an ethos of continuous improvement. If you're a Children Panel Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Mia at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 36838. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003

Childcare Solicitor - Hybrid and flexible hours Location: Derby Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Are you a dedicated Childcare Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career? Do you want to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive and forward-thinking firm? We're looking for an experienced Childcare Solicitor to join our growing family law department. You'll handle a varied caseload of both publicly funded and private matters, focusing on care proceedings. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a compassionate and client-focused team where your work truly makes a difference. What You'll Be Doing: Managing your own caseload of care proceedings from start to finish Representing clients in court and at key meetings Providing clear, cost-effective legal advice to clients Collaborating with social services, guardians, and external professionals Supervising and mentoring junior team members (where agreed) Ensuring compliance with SRA regulations and firm procedures Supporting business development and departmental growth What We're Looking For: Qualified Solicitor with experience in child care law Member of the Law Society's Children Panel - desirable Strong advocacy and communication skills Confident managing your own caseload independently Detail-oriented with excellent time management Passionate about supporting vulnerable clients and achieving positive outcomes What's in It for You? Competitive salary: Meaningful, rewarding work in care proceedings Ongoing support for CPD and career progression A collaborative, inclusive working environment Long-term career opportunities within a respected and expanding firm About Us: We are a client-first law firm with a reputation for delivering expert legal advice with compassion. Our family care team plays a vital role in supporting clients through some of the most challenging times of their lives, and we pride ourselves on the trust placed in us. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Head of Childcare Department (Senior Solicitor) Location: Coventry, West Midlands Salary: Competitive + Leadership Package + Bonus Opportunities Contract: Full-Time, Permanent About the Opportunity An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Childcare Solicitor to lead and develop a well-established Childcare Department within a nationally recognised law firm. This role offers the chance to join a growing and ambitious practice with a strong reputation for excellence in publicly funded family and childcare work. The firm is recognised by leading independent legal directories and has developed a reputation for delivering outstanding client care, high-quality legal services and meaningful career progression opportunities. The childcare team has experienced significant growth in recent years and continues to invest heavily in its people, infrastructure and regional presence. The successful candidate will play a key strategic role in establishing and leading the Coventry Childcare Department, driving growth, supervising and mentoring lawyers, and maintaining the highest standards of client service and legal excellence. The Role As Head of Department, you will: Lead and manage a busy Childcare and Public Law Children team. Conduct your own caseload of complex childcare matters, including: Care Proceedings Supervision Orders Emergency Protection Orders Special Guardianship Orders Adoption Proceedings Deprivation of Liberty matters Cases involving non-accidental injuries, abuse, neglect and safeguarding concerns. Develop and implement the department's strategic growth plans. Recruit, supervise and mentor solicitors, legal executives, trainees and support staff. Maintain compliance with Legal Aid Agency requirements and professional standards. Build and strengthen relationships with local authorities, guardians, barristers and other stakeholders. Contribute to business development, networking and profile-raising activities across the region. Work closely with senior management on departmental performance, budgeting and growth initiatives. About You We are seeking an ambitious and commercially aware leader who combines technical excellence with a genuine passion for childcare law. You will ideally possess: A minimum of 8 years' PQE in Childcare/Public Law Children work. Law Society Children Panel Accreditation (essential). Significant advocacy and case management experience. Experience supervising and mentoring junior lawyers. A proven track record of managing complex and sensitive childcare matters. Strong leadership, organisational and business development skills. Excellent client care and communication abilities. A desire to build and lead a successful regional team. What We Offer The opportunity to lead and shape a department with genuine autonomy. A strong pipeline of publicly funded childcare work. Access to an established national network of specialist family and childcare lawyers. High-quality administrative and management support. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Clear career progression at senior leadership level. Competitive salary and benefits package. Ongoing professional development and leadership training. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to join a progressive, people-focused law firm that combines the resources and reputation of a national practice with the culture and accessibility of a regional firm. The organisation is recognised for its expertise in family and childcare law, commitment to legal aid work, and investment in the growth of its lawyers and departments. The firm has received recognition from both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners and continues to expand its childcare offering across England. If you are an experienced Childcare Solicitor looking for the opportunity to lead, influence strategy and build a thriving department within a highly regarded firm, please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.

Head of Childcare Department (Senior Solicitor) Location: Coventry, West Midlands Salary: Competitive + Leadership Package + Bonus Opportunities Contract: Full-Time, Permanent About the Opportunity An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Childcare Solicitor to lead and develop a well-established Childcare Department within a nationally recognised law firm. This role offers the chance to join a growing and ambitious practice with a strong reputation for excellence in publicly funded family and childcare work. The firm is recognised by leading independent legal directories and has developed a reputation for delivering outstanding client care, high-quality legal services and meaningful career progression opportunities. The childcare team has experienced significant growth in recent years and continues to invest heavily in its people, infrastructure and regional presence. The successful candidate will play a key strategic role in establishing and leading the Coventry Childcare Department, driving growth, supervising and mentoring lawyers, and maintaining the highest standards of client service and legal excellence. The Role As Head of Department, you will: Lead and manage a busy Childcare and Public Law Children team. Conduct your own caseload of complex childcare matters, including: Care Proceedings Supervision Orders Emergency Protection Orders Special Guardianship Orders Adoption Proceedings Deprivation of Liberty matters Cases involving non-accidental injuries, abuse, neglect and safeguarding concerns. Develop and implement the department's strategic growth plans. Recruit, supervise and mentor solicitors, legal executives, trainees and support staff. Maintain compliance with Legal Aid Agency requirements and professional standards. Build and strengthen relationships with local authorities, guardians, barristers and other stakeholders. Contribute to business development, networking and profile-raising activities across the region. Work closely with senior management on departmental performance, budgeting and growth initiatives. About You We are seeking an ambitious and commercially aware leader who combines technical excellence with a genuine passion for childcare law. You will ideally possess: A minimum of 8 years' PQE in Childcare/Public Law Children work. Law Society Children Panel Accreditation (essential). Significant advocacy and case management experience. Experience supervising and mentoring junior lawyers. A proven track record of managing complex and sensitive childcare matters. Strong leadership, organisational and business development skills. Excellent client care and communication abilities. A desire to build and lead a successful regional team. What We Offer The opportunity to lead and shape a department with genuine autonomy. A strong pipeline of publicly funded childcare work. Access to an established national network of specialist family and childcare lawyers. High-quality administrative and management support. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Clear career progression at senior leadership level. Competitive salary and benefits package. Ongoing professional development and leadership training. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to join a progressive, people-focused law firm that combines the resources and reputation of a national practice with the culture and accessibility of a regional firm. The organisation is recognised for its expertise in family and childcare law, commitment to legal aid work, and investment in the growth of its lawyers and departments. The firm has received recognition from both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners and continues to expand its childcare offering across England. If you are an experienced Childcare Solicitor looking for the opportunity to lead, influence strategy and build a thriving department within a highly regarded firm, please get in touch with Rory Brand from Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.

Role: Family Law Solicitor - Public Law Location: Bolton Office or Greater Manchester Hours: 9.00 am to 5.00 pm - Monday to Friday (1 Hour Lunch) Salary: Negotiable depending upon experience. An exciting opportunity working within a pioneer of legal services, providing friendly, professional advice in the manner a traditional high street law firm would, but blended with a 21st Century approach. A vacancy for a Public Law solicitor who can run a mixed caseload of private family law files, including divorce/finance, children and domestic violence files to work in our busy family department. The position will involve travel to courts and other offices therefore candidate must have a car available for work use. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years PQE with children panel accreditation. Partnership opportunities exist for the right candidate . Job role Working within a busy office with a friendly team of people, you will be expected to carry out the following duties: Be responsible for a caseload of care/public law files Undertake own advocacy Run own caseload and work independently Be responsible for your public law team Provide support/training to the team as required Support Head of Department managing the firm-wide public law team Skills Required Experience in public law Good organisational skills Excellent attention to detail (accuracy essential) Good communication skills Good IT skills Ability to work well within a team Ability to manage a team Friendly and professional manner Company Benefits Competitive salary Pension scheme Attendance bonus 25 days a year plus bank holidays and an accrual system after 2 years Birthday holiday Life insurance 2x annual salary Long service awards Paid car parking space Discounted Gym Membership Northern Rail discount scheme Cycle2Work scheme Quarterly Fruit Baskets Referral schemes (PI, Conveyancing, Family & Wills/Probate) Discounted Services (Conveyancing, Family & Wills) Staff Introduction Scheme (Refer a success applicant and get £500) Monthly Raffle Draw 1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes Dress down once a month Annual Christmas Party & Events Charity fundraisers Training & Development Training and development opportunities Internal workshops Compliance webinars Path to Partner opportunities Unfortunately, due to time restrictions we cannot respond to every applicant, in the event that we haven t contacted you within 48 hours please take it you have not been successful for this particular role, but your details will be kept on file and considered for all future vacancies. We are an equal opportunities agency and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are acting on behalf of the client as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Property Disputes Solicitor (2-5 PQE) An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Property Disputes Solicitor to join one of the South East's leading Real Estate Dispute Resolution teams. Recognised by both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, this specialist team advises an impressive client base including developers, investors, portfolio owners, retailers, financial institutions, charities and public sector organisations. The team is widely regarded as a market leader, handling complex and high-value disputes across both commercial and residential property matters. This is an opportunity to join a dedicated property disputes practice within a large, full-service law firm that combines the quality of work typically associated with major city firms with the culture, flexibility and career development opportunities of a leading regional practice. The Role As a Property Disputes Solicitor , you will manage your own caseload while supporting senior lawyers on larger and more complex matters. You will advise on a broad range of contentious property matters including: Commercial landlord and tenant disputes Business lease renewals Dilapidations and breaches of covenant Rent and service charge disputes Forfeiture, break notices and vacant possession claims Business rates matters Restrictive covenants and adverse possession claims Rights of way and boundary disputes Rights to light and telecoms disputes Development and overage disputes Construction-related property disputes Landlord and tenant insolvency matters You will also have the opportunity to contribute to networking, marketing and business development initiatives, helping to further strengthen your profile within the property sector. About You We are keen to speak with qualified solicitors who have: Approximately 2-5 years' PQE Experience in contentious commercial property matters, or a strong litigation background with a property focus A sound understanding of landlord and tenant legislation Excellent technical and drafting skills Strong commercial awareness and client relationship skills The ability to manage matters effectively and work to deadlines A collaborative approach and desire to contribute to a successful team environment Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for a Property Disputes Solicitor to join a highly respected team that consistently handles work well above its regional market peers. Highlights include: Band 1 Legal 500-ranked Property Litigation team High-quality and complex work across residential and commercial property disputes Exposure to major clients, developers, investors and household-name organisations Genuine career progression opportunities Structured mentoring and professional development programmes Hybrid working arrangements Private healthcare Enhanced family-friendly benefits Additional birthday leave A collaborative and supportive culture with an outstanding reputation for employee engagement The firm has built a reputation as an employer of choice, combining ambitious growth with a genuine commitment to wellbeing, inclusion and long-term career development. Its investment in people is reflected in industry-leading employee engagement scores and Investors in People Gold accreditation. If you are a Property Disputes Solicitor looking to work alongside recognised experts on complex, high-profile matters while developing your career within a supportive and progressive firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential discussion regarding this Property Disputes Solicitor opportunity. GWV Talent Solutions Limited (trading as Gerrard White Consulting and Vermelo RPO) acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary and contract workers. By applying for this job you accept the terms of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service Agreement which can be found at (url removed)

Family Care Solicitor Location Bromsgrove Salary - 50,000.00- 60,000.00 Hours Full time Benefits Contributory pension scheme Free on-site parking Excellent working conditions. The company Friendly solicitors. Tailored services. Fair fees. the company's experts are proud to guide people and businesses through their legal challenges Big or small. From start to finish. Job description An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Solicitor to join the Care department at our Bromsgrove office; The successful applicant will: Be 5 years PQE+; Ideally hold the Law Society's Children Law Accreditation and meet the LAA requirements for supervisor status. Although we would be happy to consider candidates having proven sufficient experience and who may actively be working toward the same. Have proven significant experience of dealing with both public and private children law proceedings; Be able to deal with a wide range of cases, including complex care proceedings. Undertake a high degree of advocacy, essential in this role; Work closely with clients in a highly client-facing role; Have a professional, friendly and reassuring approach to clients; Deal with their own caseload with support provided within the team, adhering to tight deadlines and being able to prioritize work as required; Display good communication skills and be a strong team player; Be comfortable adhering to compliance, policies and internal systems; This is a full-time position based on-site at the office. The salary scale being offered for this position is 50,000.00- 60,000.00 gross p/a dependant on experience. In addition, we offer contributory pension scheme, free on-site parking and excellent working conditions. Please apply with your CV in the first instance. Wright Staff are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.

Service Care Solutions are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded Scottish law firm for an Employment Associate to join their growing Employment team in Glasgow. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced employment lawyer to work with a diverse client base, including high-growth businesses, owner-managed companies, public sector organisations, and national employers. The role offers exposure to a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, with a strong focus on Employment Tribunal litigation and dispute resolution. The Role: Employment Tribunal claims, including unfair dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing, and breach of contract matters Day-to-day advisory work on disciplinary, grievance, absence management, and workplace procedures Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, settlement agreements, and service agreements Supporting corporate transactions, including TUPE, due diligence, mergers, and acquisitions The successful candidate will have: Qualified Solicitor in Scotland with established experience in Employment Law Experience handling both contentious and non-contentious employment matters Strong knowledge of UK employment and discrimination law A commercial and client-focused approach The ability to manage a varied caseload independently and as part of a collaborative team What's on Offer? Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Private medical insurance and enhanced family leave policies Pension and life assurance schemes Health and wellbeing support programmes Genuine career progression opportunities If you're looking to take the next step in your Employment Law career with a respected and forward-thinking firm, we'd love to hear from you. To apply or find out more, contact Beth at Service Care Solutions for a confidential discussion: t: (phone number removed) e: (url removed)

Join our friendly and supportive Lexcel accredited legal department, passionate about delivering the best for Hampshire and making a real difference to the community! The Role: Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. Our large legal service supports all Hampshire County Council directorates and a wide range of other public service organisations. Working on matters that are as challenging as they are rewarding, you will advise on a range of interesting, varied, meaningful, high profile and complex projects at the very forefront of public interest, delivering improvements to people's lives. What you'll do: You will join the Planning and Environment Team, working with colleagues in all Hampshire County Council directorates and third-party clients. This role includes the provision of legal advice and representation to the County Council's directorates, committees, members and other external partners and client bodies. Your role will not only increase the efficiency of the team but also that of the County Council as a whole and offers the unique level of support that comes with working within our well-respected team and Hampshire County Council generally. You will take responsibility for a large and varied casework, some of which may be complex planning work such as s.106, s.278 and s.38 agreements, legal research, public inquiries and offering assistance and mentoring to colleagues. What we're looking for: We are looking for an in-house Planning and Environment Lawyer who must be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive Lawyer (Fellow of CILEX) with a current practising certificate for England & Wales. You will be successful in the role if you are able to demonstrate sound legal skills and judgment; a pragmatic solution focussed approach; strong client relationship and communication skills; an ability to work on your own initiative and within a strong team with a collaborative approach; resilience and motivation; and an ability to prioritise effectively to meet strict deadlines. Why join us? Having successfully adopted online and hybrid working, we can consider candidates from out of the area, working partially remotely and from our offices in Winchester. As a forward-looking local authority, our commitment to delivering an exceptional quality of life to our Hampshire residents also extends to our employees. It is important to us that our staff feel supported in their work. As such we can offer you an improved work-life balance through flexible working and an excellent benefits package including: Access to Local Government Pension Scheme Between 25 - 28 days annual leave entitlement (dependent on Local Authority service) Electric plug-in hybrid car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Interest free travel loans and discounts Employee Support Services Family friendly policies Access to online professional legal research resources

Join our friendly and supportive Lexcel accredited legal department, passionate about delivering the best for Hampshire and making a real difference to the community! The Role: Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. Our large Legal Service supports all Hampshire County Council directorates and a wide range of other public service organisations. Working on matters that are as challenging as they are rewarding, you will advise on a range of interesting, varied, meaningful, high profile and complex projects at the very forefront of public interest, delivering improvements to people's lives. You will join the Commercial Property Team, working with colleagues in all Hampshire County Council directorates and third-party clients. This role includes the provision of legal advice and representation to the County Council's directorates and to external partners and client bodies. Your role will not only increase the efficiency of the team but also that of the County Council as a whole and offers the unique level of support that comes with working within our well-respected team and Hampshire County Council generally. You will be able to gain valuable legal experience and develop your legal skills through the practical application of your legal knowledge and by advancing transactional commercial property matters which are unique to local authorities. What you'll do: You will take responsibility for a varied casework comprised of transactional commercial property matters. Typical matters will include disposals and acquisitions, leasehold matters, easements, deeds of assignment, licences and deeds of covenant. You will also provide legal advice to our client departments, undertake legal research, and offer assistance and mentoring to junior colleagues. What we're looking for: We are looking for an in-house Commercial Property Legal Adviser who must be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive Lawyer (Fellow of CILEX) with a current practising certificate for England & Wales. You will be successful in the role if you are able to demonstrate sound legal skills and judgment; a pragmatic solution focussed approach; strong client relationship and communication skills; an ability to work on your own initiative and within a strong team with a collaborative approach; resilience and motivation; and an ability to prioritise effectively to meet strict deadlines. Why join us? Having successfully adopted online and hybrid working, we can consider candidates from out of the area, working partially remotely and from our offices in Winchester. As a forward-looking local authority, our commitment to delivering an exceptional quality of life to our Hampshire residents also extends to our employees. It is important to us that our staff feel supported in their work. As such we can offer you an improved work-life balance through flexible working and an excellent benefits package including: Access to Local Government Pension Scheme Between 25 - 28 days annual leave entitlement (dependent on Local Authority service) Electric plug-in hybrid car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Interest free travel loans and discounts Employee Support Services Family friendly policies Access to online professional legal research resources

Principal Lawyer - Planning and Highways £51,356 - £56,494 + £3,000 market supplement Hybrid working This is a senior in-house role within a large local authority legal service, offering the chance to work on a wide range of planning and highways matters that directly shape places, infrastructure and communities. The role sits within a specialist planning and highways team and combines high-quality technical work with opportunities to develop leadership skills. The team You'll join a dedicated Planning and Highways legal team advising on planning, highways, rights of way and related environmental matters. The team supports ambitious regeneration, infrastructure and sustainability objectives and works closely with planning officers, highways colleagues and elected members. It's a supportive and collaborative team environment, with a strong emphasis on practical, solutions-focused advice. The role You'll be one of the lead lawyers in the team, providing advice on a broad mix of planning and highways work. Alongside your caseload, you'll have scope to support junior lawyers and develop your management and leadership capability over time. The caseload will include: Section 106 and Section 278 agreements Complex and routine planning and highways advice Planning enforcement and public law matters Public inquiries and hearings Advising officers and elected members on risk, governance and decision-making Who this role suits A qualified solicitor, barrister or CILEX lawyer An experienced planning lawyer, operating at a senior level Confident advising on complex planning matters and working with committees and members Interested in broadening your experience into highways, public rights of way and wider local government law (or already experienced in these areas) Someone who enjoys mentoring and supporting others, even if you've not formally managed before Working arrangements and benefits Hybrid working Local Government Pension Scheme 27.5 days annual leave, rising to 32.5 days after five years, plus bank holidays Generous family-friendly policies Health and wellbeing support services Travel, parking and cycle benefits For more information Contact Nik Stoate at Venn Group

Our client is looking for an experienced Family Solicitor to join their busy and friendly Family Law department. This role has been created to provide dedicated support for financial remedy/divorce cases alongside private children work. The Firm: With a rich history spanning two decades, the Firm is acknowledged in the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners rankings and recognised in the Times Best Law Firms for 2023, 2024 and 2025. With a dedicated team of over 200 staff and offices nationwide, the Firm is committed to servicing clients in both privately and publicly funded legal matters. It builds partnerships based on trust, ensuring clients receive the support they need during challenging times, with an ethos of continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload including divorce, financial remedy, and private law children matters Undertake advocacy where required Supervise and mentor junior team members Work across both private paying and legal aid matters Benefits: The Firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including ongoing training and support to develop your career, healthcare, laptop, hybrid working arrangements, annual appraisals and salary reviews, and additional perks and incentives. For more information, please contact Mia Henderson at Law Staff quoting reference 36741. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with (url removed)

Our client, national law firm, are recruiting for an ambitious and experienced, Supervising Family Solicitor for their established London office. You will aspire to work in publicly funded Family law and have previous legal aid exposure, working under the supervision of a Supervising Solicitor you will deliver a high standard of client care, concentrating on publicly funded matters, predominantly domestic abuse and including private children law. You are looking to establish yourself within a firm who will support your long term career development in Family Law. Duties to include; • Champion client care • Oversee due diligence to legal aid applications • Making preparations for court such as court bundles and instructing counsel • Adhering to monthly file reviews and ensuring files are compliant, making adjustments when necessary • Undertaking advocacy • Case management with a view to reaching monthly target under supervision of team supervisor Requirements: • Panel Accredited or a Senior Solicitor happy to work towards aachieving their accredidation • You are driven to make a positive change in people s lives and hold client care as a core value • You will have experience of preparing non molestation orders and/or processing legal aid applications using the CCMS portal • You can work comfortably in a fast paced environment, dealing with matters of a very sensitive and sometimes distressing nature • You carry out work accurately and meet deadlines with ease • You have strong written and verbal communication skills, and feel comfortable applying these to team levels of any level across the firm • Maintain integrity and professionalism • Confident with case management systems and electronic files • Experience in advocacy • Family and/or child panel accreditations preferred but not essential Benefits: • 22 days annual leave (increasing with length of service) plus bank holidays • Health & Well-being Assistance • Contributory Pension Scheme • Recruitment Recommendation Rewards • Eye Care eVouchers Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly.