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Job DescriptionAbout the Childcare Lawyer position:Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to the vibrant and culturally diverse communities!&nbsp;The London Borough of Lewisham is a fantastic place to work with a dynamic and friendly Legal Team.&nbsp;Sellick Partnership are excited to be exclusively recruiting for a permanent Childcare Lawyer to join the supportive and sociable Legal Team at the London Borough of Lewisham. Our client is seeking a qualified lawyer who has experience in Childcare Law, preferably from a local authority setting but they are open to applicants from private practice who want to transfer their skills. The role can be worked on a hybrid working basis, and the desired candidate will be expected to attend the office in Catford twice a week.The main duties of the successful Childcare Lawyer will include:<ul> <li>Deputise for the Senior Social Care Lawyers</li> <li>Handling a demanding and busy caseload of mainly child protection cases, with the opportunity to undertake advocacy in the Central Family Court</li> <li>Advising Social Services clients in person and in writing, on all aspects of relevant legislation</li> <li>Prepare all legal documentation relevant to the caseload, and in particular prepare a wide variety of court documents, advise on social care law, and assist the Senior Social Care Lawyers and Principal Lawyer in relation to the most complex or specialised matters as and when required</li> <li>Attend all meetings with clients and external parties, professionals’ meetings and panels as required, and advise on all aspects of social services work</li> <li>Carry out legal research</li></ul>The Childcare Lawyer joining this team will enjoy the following benefits:<ul> <li>Fantastic training and development opportunities&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government pension scheme</li> <li>Bike loan and season tickets</li> <li>Significant discounts in local cafes, shops and restaurants</li> <li>Discounted&nbsp;gym membership&nbsp;</li> <li>Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave Supportive staff networks</li> <li>Flexible working</li></ul>Salary &nbsp;£52,269 - £57,495 per annum (PO4-PO5) + Market Forces Supplement £5,178 per annumN.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/%20Children%20and%20adults%20Lawyer%20PO%204%205JDPS%20JUNE20241" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationInterested in applying for the Childcare Lawyer role?This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced Childcare Lawyer to join a Legal Team with a great reputation. Our client is looking for candidates who are very experienced, ideally with a local government background, the successful candidate must be a qualified lawyer with at least 3 years PQE (Barrister, Solicitor or CILEx), and must hold a current practising certificate. DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS WEBSITETo apply, please click this link: <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.sellickpartnership.co.uk/job/permanent-childcare-lawyer-11713/__;!!CVb4j_0G!TP4oCt26-mSeLpEFpcw5ZrDDtPOx9q6sD6j2NWr1yqWEcZhWEhA6_51Cqzefy7ltjfk7qX9ATaPtBkRr466MnY1TLtkRTtHNZePliQ-pEtXDZrg$" target="_blank">https://www.sellickpartnership.co.uk/job/permanent-childcare-lawyer-11713/</a>Please apply as soon as possible to be considered for this position, or contact Elleyn Hewitt - <a href="mailto:elleyn.hewitt@sellickpartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">elleyn.hewitt@sellickpartnership.co.uk</a>&nbsp;or Rayhaneh Tehrani - <a href="mailto:rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Diversity&nbsp;Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>&nbsp;The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf" target="_blank">Instagram&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;





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London Borough of Lewisham

Lawyer Children's Social Care

Job Description Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Introduction&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Two Litigation Lawyers needed for dynamic and busy Local Authority in-house Legal Team.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The role&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; We are looking for two experienced Litigation Lawyers to undertake a varied caseload of legal work. The role will report to and be directed and supervised by a Senior Lawyer. Depending on the requirement of the relevant Senior Lawyer, you will undertake litigation and prosecution work as necessary.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The post holder will be expected to handle under supervision and direction of the Senior Lawyer,&nbsp;a varied caseload of criminal and civil litigation matters, and judicial review cases. You will be required to advise , conduct negotiations, undertake drafting and attend meetings relevant to the role.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; You may also be required to advise Members and Officers, and will undertake all contentious proceedings where appropriate, specifically civil and criminal matters. You may occasionally attend Licensing Committees, and advise Members and Officers in relation to these.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Candidates should have experience in at least 3 of the following 7 areas:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Homelessness&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Prosecutions&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Licensing&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Judicial Review&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Education&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Litigation&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; No recourse to public funds.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Although an understanding of, and familiarity with the Local Authority environment is an advantage, we would consider any applicant with a private practice background wanting to transfer their skills into the public sector.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; In return, we’ll offer excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits that include :<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies&nbsp;</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans&nbsp;</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships&nbsp;</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>LocationWhilst the job&nbsp;is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, SE6 4RU we operate a hybrid approach , where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis. At present you will be required to work from Laurence House at least 40% of the time, and it may be necessary for you to come in for meetings, as determined by service requirements. Special conditions You must be a Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or CILEX in Wales and England. You must hold a current Practising Certificate on commencement of the role. The job is subject to a DBS check. DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS WEBSITE Please apply via Sellick's link: <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.sellickpartnership.co.uk/job/litigation-lawyer-11717/__;!!CVb4j_0G!TP4oCt26-mSeLpEFpcw5ZrDDtPOx9q6sD6j2NWr1yqWEcZhWEhA6_51Cqzefy7ltjfk7qX9ATaPtBkRr466MnY1TLtkRTtHNZePliQ-pWvdzkTs$" target="_blank">https://www.sellickpartnership.co.uk/job/litigation-lawyer-11717/</a>If you have any queries relating to this recruitment, please contact Elleyn Hewitt - &nbsp;<a href="mailto:elleyn.hewitt@sellickpartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">elleyn.hewitt@sellickpartnership.co.uk</a>&nbsp;or Rayhaneh Tehrani - <a href="mailto:rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk</a> Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/LitigationLawyerPO4PO5" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person Specification £52,269 - £54,360 per annum (PO4) &nbsp; £55,353 - £57,495 per annum (PO5) N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf" target="_blank">Instagram</a>





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Contract:&nbsp;Fixed term until 31/03/2027

Join Our Team as a Compliance Officer and Make a Difference!
Are you passionate about ensuring quality and compliance in employment programmes? We are actively seeking a dedicated Compliance Officer to become an integral part of our Local London team, working across a diverse&nbsp;portfolio of Programmes.
About the Role:
As a Compliance Officer, you will collaborate closely with our delivery partners and the broader Local London team to uphold the highest standards of quality and compliance across our programmes. Your responsibilities will include monitoring activities, conducting observations, providing training, and performing sample checks. You will play a crucial role in driving continuous quality improvement, enhancing the experience of our residents, and supporting our providers in breaking down health and work-related barriers to facilitate residents' journey into sustainable employment. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to contribute to initiatives addressing the challenges faced by residents impacted by the cost-of-living crisis across the subregion.
Key Responsibilities:
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<li>Collaborate with delivery partners and the Local London team to ensure quality and compliance.</li>
<li>Conduct monitoring activities, observations, training, and sample checks.</li>
<li>Drive continuous quality improvement initiatives.</li>
<li>Support residents in overcoming health and work-related barriers to sustainable employment.</li>
<li>Contribute to efforts addressing the cost-of-living crisis in the subregion.</li>
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The outstanding candidate will possess:
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<li>Experience in preparing for audits and developing processes.</li>
<li>A proven track record of driving quality on large programmes.</li>
<li>Excellent partnership working skills.</li>
<li>Meticulous attention to detail.</li>
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Local London is a sub-regional partnership of 9 London boroughs: Barking &amp; Dagenham, Bexley, Bromley, Enfield, Havering, Greenwich, Newham, Redbridge and Waltham Forest.
Redbridge Council serves as the accountable body for Local London, and staff are employed on Redbridge Council terms and conditions.
If you are ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and contribute to the success of our Employment and Skills programmes, we invite you to apply and be a part of our dedicated team.
To apply for this post please visit <a href="http://www.redbridge.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.redbridge.gov.uk/jobs</a> or copy the following link into your browser:&nbsp;
<a href="https://ce0320li.webitrent.com/ce0320li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=080369gJGr&amp;WVID=958433OaLq" target="_blank">https://ce0320li.webitrent.com/ce0320li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107…</a>
All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK.

We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.

London Borough of Redbridge

Compliance Officer

Salary: £58,461 – £60,573 pa inclusiveFixed-term contract and/or secondment opportunity for Ealing Council employees for one year Ealing Children’s Services is looking for a legal proceedings case manager, with a range of key skills, to support and embed compliance with cases subject to Public Law Outline and guidance regarding the timeliness of care proceedings for children.Our new case manager will work closely with social workers and managers, CAFCASS, the courts and all other stakeholders to ensure that:<ul><li>Care proceedings are timely</li><li>Planning for children is robust</li><li>Children achieve safety and permanence as early in their lives as possible. This will include securing progression on individual cases, as well as tracking all care proceedings cases and identifying and acting on trends regarding delay.</li></ul>Currently working as either a childcare social worker or lawyer, you will have:<ul><li>Considerable experience of care proceedings</li><li>The ability to negotiate and work collaboratively across a range of stakeholders</li><li>Excellent organisational, written and communication skills</li><li>Sound knowledge of child protection and permanency planning for children.</li></ul>You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we are looking forward to hearing from you.We have tried to make this website as accessible as possible. You can use the accessibility widget on the right-hand side to make it more accessible to you and your needs.Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.Please note all applications will be determined on merit.Ealing council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Ealing Council follows safer recruitment practices to protect children and vulnerable adults.The post holder will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and Ealing Council’s enhanced vetting process.The position is for a fixed period of one year. External applicants will be offered a fixed-term contract and existing Ealing Council employees will be offered the opportunity of a secondment. Ealing Council employees must ensure that a secondment release form is signed by their line manager before applying and emailed to <a href="mailto:HRSSC-RecruitmentTeam@ealing.gov.uk" target="_blank">Recruitment@ealing.gov.uk</a> by the application closing date.<a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/21214/rp.pdf" target="_blank">Role profile</a><a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/info/201013/jobs/29/working_for_ealing_council/3" target="_blank">Ex-offenders policy</a><a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/21215/sec.pdf" target="_blank">Secondment release form</a><ul></ul>

London Borough of Ealing

Legal Proceedings Case Manager

Job DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.IntroductionWe are looking for an experienced Contracts and Procurement Lawyer, with at 5 years experience, to handle complex contract work arising and deputise for the Principal Lawyer as required. &nbsp;You will also be required to manage a group of staff within the team on a day to day basis.What’s the role?The role will include providing advice and assistance with legal documentation and&nbsp;negotiation with partners or preferred bidders, including in relation to joint&nbsp;commissioning initiatives with the Health Authority or other local authorities. You will be required to support the Principal Lawyer in advising and drafting contracts and protocols&nbsp;on a wide range of public private partnership arrangements. You will have a team to manage on a day to day basis.What’s in it for you?Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships&nbsp;</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>What we’re looking forYou must be a Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of CILEX in Wales and England with at least 5 years PQE (or equivalent) in property law and hold a Practising Certificate on commencement of the role.We are looking for someone that can ensure legal advice and assistance is provided efficiently and expeditiously both personally and by other staff within the team. You will need to be able to manage and co-ordinate the work of staff and provide advice, guidance and direction as necessary. You will undertake a personal caseload of the more complex contract advice, the preparation of complex and unique forms of contract and advise on any matters of contract and procurement law.LocationThe job is primarily based in Laurence House, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.Special conditions<ul> <li>You must be a Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of CILEX in Wales and England with at least 5 years PQE (or equivalent) in contracts and procurement law and hold a Practising Certificate on commencement of the role.</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS WEBSITE - PLEASE&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sellickpartnership.co.uk/job/senior-housing-and-disrepair-lawyer/" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;TO APPLY VIA SELLICK PARTNERSHIPS&nbsp; For an informal discussion about this job, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/JDSeniorLawyerContracts" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£63,816 to £63,816 per annum (PO8)N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE" target="_blank">X</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf" target="_blank">Instagram&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;





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Senior Lawyer - Contracts

Job DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.Introduction&nbsp;We are looking for an experienced Property Lawyer to handle complex property work arising and deputise for the Principal Lawyer as required. The role will include residential and/or commercial conveyancing and regeneration advice. You will also be required to manage a group of staff within the team on a day to day basis.What’s in it for you?&nbsp;Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies&nbsp;</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans&nbsp;</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships&nbsp;</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>What we’re looking for&nbsp;We are looking to recruit a lawyer to deal with a varied caseload, advising on all aspects of&nbsp;residential and/or commercial conveyancing and regeneration advice. The successful candidate will have excellent drafting skills and the ability to provide legal advice to a variety of audiences, including senior officers and Members. The individual will be accustomed to working at pace in a busy team and ideally have previous Local Government experience.This is an exciting opportunity for a talented professional with a “can do” attitude to join an ambitious team and play a vital role in shaping the direction of our continued improvement.&nbsp;In return, we’ll offer excellent development opportunities, plus a range of benefits that includes a career average pension scheme, flexible working and the opportunity to make a real difference to our local community.LocationThe job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.Special conditions&nbsp;<ul> <li>You must be a Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of CILEX in Wales and England with at least 5 years PQE (or equivalent) in property law and hold a Practising Certificate on commencement of the role.</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS WEBSITE - PLEASE <a href="https://www.sellickpartnership.co.uk/job/senior-property-lawyer-8881/" target="_blank">CLICK</a> TO APPLY VIA SELLICK PARTNERSHIPSPlease apply as soon as possible to be considered for this position, or contact Rayhaneh Tehrani&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk</a>&nbsp;in our Manchester office for an informal discussion about the role.&nbsp;Please click <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/PropertySeniorLawyer_JDPS" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£63,816 to £66,084 per annum (PO8)N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>&nbsp;The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. 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Senior Property Lawyer

Job DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.IntroductionWe are looking for an experienced Planning Lawyer to handle complex planning, highways, transport, administrative law and environmental work arising in the team. &nbsp;You will also be required to manage the team on a day to day basis.What’s in it for youExcellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>What we’re looking forYou must be a Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of CILEX in Wales and England with at least 5 years PQE (or equivalent) in planning law and hold a Practising Certificate on commencement of the role.We are looking to recruit a lawyer to deal with a varied caseload, advising of the more complex planning, highways, transport, administrative law and environmental work. The successful candidate will have excellent drafting skills and the ability to provide legal advice to a variety of audiences, including senior officers and Members. The individual will be accustomed to working at pace in a busy team and ideally have previous Local Government experience.This is an exciting opportunity for a talented professional with a “can do” attitude to join an ambitious team and play a vital role in shaping the direction of our continued improvement.In return, we’ll offer excellent development opportunities, plus a range of benefits that includes a career average pension scheme, flexible working and the opportunity to make a real difference to our local community.LocationThe job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.Special Condition<ul> <li>You must be a Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of CILEX in Wales and England with at least 5 years PQE (or equivalent) in planning law and hold a Practising Certificate on commencement of the role.</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS WEBSITE - PLEASE <a href="https://www.sellickpartnership.co.uk/job/senior-planning-lawyer-8884/" target="_blank">CLICK</a> TO APPLY VIA SELLICK PARTNERSHIPSPlease apply as soon as possible to be considered for this position, or contact Rayhaneh Tehrani&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk</a>&nbsp;in our Manchester office for an informal discussion about the role.&nbsp;Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/SeniorLawyerPlanningJD130325" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£61,836 - £64,032 per annum (P08)N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. 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Senior Planning Lawyer

Job DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.IntroductionThis is an exciting opportunity to work in a busy legal department at the London Borough of Lewisham. You will be required to support the team under the direction and the supervision of the Senior lawyer. You will deal with varied routine legal and administrative work, mainly within the property team.What’s the role?The role is to support the lawyers within the property team. You will prepare documents and liaise with parties in respect of lease extensions, collective enfranchisements and right to buy matters; assist with straightforward property transactions and contract and procurement matters.What’s in it for you?Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies&nbsp;</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans&nbsp;</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships&nbsp;</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>What we’re looking forWe are looking for someone that has a basic knowledge of local authority procedures and areas of law relevant to the role. &nbsp;We require someone that has the ability to learn and understand quickly who can work on their own initiative. You will have an eye for accuracy and can ensure quality and consistency of documents produced. You will need to be able to work with a wide range of people and work as an effective member of a team dealing with a variety of duties.LocationThe job is primarily based in Laurence House, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS WEBSITE - PLEASE&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sellickpartnership.co.uk/job/senior-housing-and-disrepair-lawyer/" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;TO APPLY VIA SELLICK PARTNERSHIPSFor an informal discussion about this job, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk</a>Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/JDLA" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£32,442 - £33,384 per annum (SC4)N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. 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