Assistant Lawyer/Lawyer (Education & Employment)

Overview

• Are you a newly qualified solicitor looking for a new challenge?
• Are you interested in developing in a new direction or specialism?
• Are you looking to join an organisation that makes a difference?

We’re looking for two Assistant Lawyer/Lawyers to advise on education and employment matters. Whilst the posts are likely to be involved predominantly in education related work, candidates will also have the opportunity to assist on employment law matters.

We are looking for candidates with experience of providing sound legal advice, the ability to work well under pressure and to manage a busy workload to tight deadlines. You will have the ability to work effectively as part of a busy team of solicitors and legal assistants and be confident in managing a caseload of tribunal proceedings and advice matters.

It is accepted that candidates may not have exposure or experience in these matters, and this does not exclude applications as you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in the relevant specialist areas. So, if your skills, knowledge or experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we\’d love to learn more about you.

Responsibilities

• Advise on education and employment matters, with a focus on education work and opportunities to assist on employment law matters.

• Work as part of a busy team of solicitors and legal assistants, managing a caseload of tribunal proceedings and advice matters.

• Support client officers and contribute to professional development within the team and organisation.

• Contribute to delivering fast-paced, challenging and ambitious plans for the borough under the guidance of the legal leadership team.

Qualifications and What We’re Looking For

• Admitted Solicitor, CILEX or Barrister of England and Wales with a current practising certificate.
• Experience in providing sound legal advice; ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to develop skills in education and employment matters; openness to training and development.
• Ability to work well in a team and manage a caseload of tribunal proceedings and advisory matters.

Working Arrangements and Benefits

We have embraced new ways of working, including hybrid working between home and our brand-new office, with attendance 2-3 days per week when necessary. Our technology platform and equipment support remote collaboration and connectivity.

We are committed to staff wellbeing and professional development, with mentorship from Local Government Legal professionals and opportunities for formal training and project work.

Our values emphasize staff well-being, inclusion, diversity and equal opportunity. We have a range of staff benefits including an excellent pension scheme, life cover, ill-health protection, flexible working, and generous annual leave.

Other Details

This post is politically restricted.

For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Paul Martin on 0151 666 3649.

If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, we are committed to opportunities for learning, growth and progression as part of our Talent Strategy. For more information, contact recruitment@wirral.gov.uk.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds who share our values and commitment to inclusion to apply.

Please note: in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees in a formal redeployment situation will be considered first for vacancies. The Council policy restricts re-appointment of employees who have left under EVR or VS except in exceptional circumstances.

Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date. We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if we receive sufficient applications. Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration. CVs sent by post will not be processed. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK. Details of required documents are available on the Jobs page.

The job description and supporting documents may not be accessible after the closing date, so please download a copy now if required. We do not accept applications or CVs from recruitment agencies unless otherwise stated.

How To Apply

Please apply online by clicking the link below.