At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal advice and support to education leaders across the UK.
- Company: Join a respected legal team within ASCL, making a real difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy 33 days leave, flexible working, and a generous pension contribution.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional development and travel.
- Why this job: Make an impact in education law while developing your legal skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor with strong advocacy and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 57072 - 57072 £ per year.
Use your legal expertise to make a real difference to the lives and careers of education leaders across the UK.
ASCL is looking to appoint a new member of our legal team on a fixed-term basis to cover a period of maternity leave.
Why This Role Matters
ASCL is seeking to appoint a qualified solicitor looking for a unique and rewarding opportunity to work in-house within a dynamic and highly respected legal department. This role offers the chance to undertake varied and meaningful legal work while supporting senior leaders across the education sector.
Who We're Looking For
We are looking for an individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who can build positive working relationships with members, colleagues, external solicitors, barristers and other stakeholders. Strong organisational skills, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential, as is a commitment to providing a high-quality service to members.
What You'll Be Doing
Working alongside a team of experienced solicitors and reporting directly to ASCL's Senior Solicitor, the successful candidate will be a qualified employment solicitor with excellent legal knowledge, strong advocacy skills and the ability to provide clear, practical and effective advice. They will be confident responding to legal queries from members, officers and colleagues, managing cases independently, and representing members before employment tribunals, regulatory bodies and courts. The role also requires the ability to deliver presentations and training, contribute to the development of ASCL's legal services, and keep abreast of legal developments affecting the employment/education sector.
What We Offer
- Flexible working: This role is Leicester-based with at least two days in our Leicester HQ office each week, and other days as required.
- Generous leave: 33 days annual leave + bank holidays.
- Pension: 9% employer contribution.
- Professional development: Ongoing training and peer support.
- Expenses covered: Travel, home-working allowance, and equipment provided.
- Inclusive culture: We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We encourage applications regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
This is a flexible working role, being Leicester-based with travel across England and Wales to meetings and events as required. Reasonable travel expenses, IT and telephone equipment will be provided.
INTERESTED?
The closing date for application is 4pm on Tuesday 1 September 2026. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 8 September 2026. Start date: 1 November 2026 but dependent on individual circumstances.
TO APPLY
To download the job description and person specification, follow the link on the 'Apply here' button above (which will take you to Networx Recruitment's website). From there, please complete your email address in the top right-hand box and click on the green 'Apply Now' button and follow the online application process. If you have any queries, please contact Angela Stewart, Workplace and Facilities Manager in the first instance on 0116 299 1122.
Qualified Solicitor (Maternity Cover) employer: ASCL
ASCL is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity for qualified solicitors to make a significant impact in the education sector while enjoying a supportive and inclusive work culture. With generous benefits such as 33 days of annual leave, a 9% employer pension contribution, and flexible working arrangements, employees are empowered to grow professionally and maintain a healthy work-life balance. The Leicester-based role not only provides access to ongoing training and peer support but also fosters collaboration with experienced legal professionals dedicated to making a difference.
