At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on education law, including academy conversions and mergers.
- Company: Highly regarded law firm in Newcastle with a dynamic practice area.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive team, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Equal opportunities employer committed to excellent client service.
- Why this job: Join a nationally recognised team making a real impact in education law.
- Qualifications: Over 5 years PQE and significant experience in the education sector.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced education lawyer to join a highly regarded law firm in Newcastle. The Sports, Education and Charities team is a dynamic practice area supporting a broad range of clients regionally and nationally across all three sectors. The nationally recognised team advises on a wide variety of matters, ranging from day-to-day legal support through to strategically significant projects, including mergers, collaborations and restructures.
Responsibilities
- Advise on academy conversion projects.
- Advise on merger and re-brokerage projects.
- Provide expertise on the structure of educational establishments, from schools through to multi-academy trusts and further and higher education institutions.
- Handle SEND issues, exclusions and admissions, SEND tribunals, safeguarding, and complaints handling.
Qualifications
You will ideally have over 5 years PQE, significant experience in the education sector, and a strong commitment to delivering excellent client service.
For more information on this Education Solicitor role in Newcastle, please contact Rozie Hunter at BCL Legal. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Education Solicitor in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: BCL Legal
Join a leading law firm in Newcastle that prides itself on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture, where your expertise as an Education Solicitor will be valued and nurtured. With a strong commitment to professional development, the firm offers ample opportunities for growth and advancement within a nationally recognised team that supports a diverse range of clients in the education sector. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a vibrant city known for its rich history and community spirit, making it an ideal location for both personal and professional fulfilment.
