In-House Advocate (Childcare) – Bury Council
* Hybrid (2 days on-site or in court per week)
* Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours per week)
* Greater Manchester Local Government Pension Scheme (19.5% employer contribution)
* Flexible working policies, generous holiday entitlement, professional development opportunities
Make a Difference in Children's Lives
Bury Council is committed to safeguarding and supporting the most vulnerable members of our community. As an In-House Advocate, you will play a crucial role in representing the Council at court, providing expert legal advice on childcare law, and supporting social care colleagues in ensuring the best outcomes for children and young people.
This is an exciting time to join our growing legal services team, where you will contribute to shaping legal policies and procedures while developing your advocacy skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Your Responsibilities
* Represent Bury Council in court proceedings concerning childcare and social care matters.
* Provide expert legal advice and guidance to social care teams and senior management.
* Assist in developing and implementing legal compliance policies and best practices.
* Work closely with the Head of Social Care Legal Team to uphold excellent legal practice.
* Maintain strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
What We’re Looking For
To succeed in this role, you will need to be:
* A qualified solicitor, barrister, or legal executive with an up-to-date practising certificate and advocacy rights.
* Experienced in childcare law, with a strong background in legal proceedings related to children's services.
* An excellent communicator, both written and verbal, with the ability to provide clear legal advice.
* Collaborative and adaptable, able to build and maintain strong working relationships across departments.
What Our Team Says
“The legal team at Bury is a supportive environment where everyone works together to deliver high-quality legal representation. Our managers genuinely value our opinions and support our career growth.”
“The best part of working at Bury Council? The ability to make a real difference in children's lives while collaborating with a team that truly cares.”
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Government Administration, Legal Services, and Courts of Law
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