Inhouse- Principle Family Solicitor

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Principal Lawyer - Safeguarding & Children's ServicesBarry | Hybrid Working | £51,356 - £54,495 + £8,000 SupplementIf you're an experienced childcare lawyer looking to step into a leadership role where your work directly shapes outcomes for vulnerable children and families, this is a standout opportunity.You'll lead a specialist legal team within a well-regarded local authority, handling complex care proceedings, advising senior stakeholders and playing a key role in safeguarding decisions.What you'll be doing:Leading and developing a team of lawyers and support staffManaging complex children's public law casesAdvising senior leaders on high-risk safeguarding mattersRepresenting in Family Court proceedingsDriving early legal engagement and best practiceWhat we're looking for:Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEXStrong experience in childcare law / care proceedingsConfidence handling complex, sensitive casesLeadership experience or readiness to step upWhy apply:Hybrid and flexible working£8,000 market supplementStrong pension and annual leaveClear progression and leadership developmentApply directly or reach out via email to arrange a confidential chat!Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.JBRP1_UKTJ
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Barry
Job Type:
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