Education Solicitor

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Birchrose Associates Full time
Fantastic Opportunity for Education Solicitor at Birchrose Associates

Birchrose Associates, a reputable Top 100 law firm with national recognition from the Legal 500 and Chambers UK, is seeking an experienced Education Solicitor to join their Tier 1 Education Department. This exciting opportunity involves specialising in representing academies and/or maintained schools (AMS) within the firm's specialist Regulatory Compliance team.

The successful candidate will form part of a talented group working directly with a range of schools, universities, colleges, and charities. With broad expertise in contentious and non-contentious work, they will advise MATs and SATs and local authorities on education law issues, including:

  • Complaints against AMS clients
  • Equality Act discrimination claims
  • Serious incident reporting
  • Admission appeals
  • Educational negligence claims
  • Critical incident management

To succeed in this role, candidates should have experience in education law gained from a similarly ranked education specialist department or firm, strong regulatory compliance experience, and at least 3 years' PQE. They should also be ambitious, valuing teamwork and collaboration, and looking to work in a firm that encourages progression without glass ceilings.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Representing academies and/or maintained schools (AMS) in various education law matters
  2. Advising MATs and SATs and local authorities on education law issues
  3. Providing guidance on regulatory compliance and serious incident reporting
  4. Liaising with schools, universities, colleges, and charities
  5. Developing and implementing effective strategies to manage education law cases
Benefits
  • A competitive salary of approximately £75,000 per annum, plus additional employer pension contribution of 6%
  • Up to 28 days holiday per year
  • Life assurance and health insurance
  • Various social and wellbeing perks
About Us

Birchrose Associates is a leading Top 100 law firm known for its exceptional work and strong sector-based approach. Our Tier 1 Education Department has received national recognition from the Legal 500 and Chambers UK. We pride ourselves on our collaborative and progressive culture, offering a stimulating work environment and opportunities for growth and development.


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