Employment Lawyer

1 month ago


Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL Full time
Education (SEN), Employment, Litigation Lawyer/Solicitor

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Education (SEN), Employment, Litigation Lawyer/Solicitor to join our team and provide legal support on a range of matters related to the Council.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide legal advice and representation within Tribunal on a diverse portfolio of Special Educational Needs & Disability law.
  • Offer advice in relation to Employment Teams and Litigation on litigious matters such as Employment Tribunals and debt recovery.
  • Work with colleagues and Members at every level within the organisation, with external clients and partners, and to manage the performance of staff within its responsibility.
  • Contribute to the development of the Legal Service and the provision of a comprehensive and efficient legal service to the Directorates, the Council's Executive, full Council, Committees, Members, and external clients.

Requirements:

  • Hold a Solicitor, Barrister, Chartered Legal Executive, or equivalent qualification.
  • Have demonstrable knowledge of law in civil litigation and debt recovery, and preferably Special Educational Needs and Education.
  • Knowledge or experience of working in Local Authority is advantageous but not essential.

What We Offer:

  • Flexible working opportunities and modern technology to deliver your role to suit both your personal and our business needs.
  • A range of benefits, including cycle to work scheme, employee discount, free parking, health & wellbeing programme, on-site parking, and store discount.

This is a politically restricted post as defined by the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.



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