Connect2Halton

Lawyer - Children's Services Location: Halton, Cheshire Pay: Up to 28.96 per hour Contract: Initial 6-month contract with potential to become permanent Hours: 37 hours per week Make a Difference in Children's Lives Through Legal Excellence Halton Borough Council is a progressive and ambitious authority with a strong commitment to its communities. Located in Cheshire with excellent transport links, we offer a supportive working environment where legal professionals can thrive and directly contribute to positive outcomes for vulnerable children and families. We are now seeking a dedicated and experienced Lawyer - Children's Services to join our Legal Services Directorate. This is a vital role where your legal expertise will help safeguard and protect children across the borough. About the Role As a key member of the Legal Services team, you will provide high-quality legal and procedural advice across the full range of children's social care matters. From pre-proceedings and public law care applications to complex safeguarding issues and advocacy in family courts, this role is both challenging and rewarding. Key Responsibilities Undertake advocacy and litigation in family proceedings to represent the Council's interests Advise on all aspects of children's social care law, including pre-proceedings, care applications, adoption, and Special Guardianship Orders Support and advise social workers and senior officers on legal and procedural matters Draft complex legal documents and prepare cases for court Deliver legal advice to Council Boards, Panels, Committees, and Officers to support effective decision-making Keep up to date with developments in child law and assess implications for Council services Deliver training and guidance to internal stakeholders to enhance legal understanding and practice Collaborate closely with Children's Services, external partners, and courts to achieve the best outcomes for children Maintain compliance with Legal Services' Practice Standards and contribute to service improvement initiatives About You You will hold a recognised legal qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive , and ideally have: Experience in children's social care law, preferably within a local authority or public sector setting Strong knowledge of the Children Act 1989, associated legislation, case law, and public law proceedings Excellent advocacy, negotiation, and communication skills The ability to work under pressure, manage deadlines, and deliver pragmatic legal solutions A proactive, team-oriented approach with a focus on client service Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office or equivalent (e.g. G Suite, Mosaic) A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for travel within and outside the borough (reasonable adjustments available) Why Halton? Halton is known for its collaborative and supportive culture. Within our Legal Services Directorate, you'll join a knowledgeable and experienced team committed to achieving the best outcomes for children. You'll have the opportunity to grow professionally, influence decision-making, and be part of a service that truly makes a difference. Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Lawyer - Children's Services Location: Halton, Cheshire Pay: Up to 28.96 per hour Contract: Initial 6-month contract with potential to become permanent Hours: 37 hours per week Make a Difference in Children's Lives Through Legal Excellence Halton Borough Council is a progressive and ambitious authority with a strong commitment to its communities. Located in Cheshire with excellent transport links, we offer a supportive working environment where legal professionals can thrive and directly contribute to positive outcomes for vulnerable children and families. We are now seeking a dedicated and experienced Lawyer - Children's Services to join our Legal Services Directorate. This is a vital role where your legal expertise will help safeguard and protect children across the borough. About the Role As a key member of the Legal Services team, you will provide high-quality legal and procedural advice across the full range of children's social care matters. From pre-proceedings and public law care applications to complex safeguarding issues and advocacy in family courts, this role is both challenging and rewarding. Key Responsibilities Undertake advocacy and litigation in family proceedings to represent the Council's interests Advise on all aspects of children's social care law, including pre-proceedings, care applications, adoption, and Special Guardianship Orders Support and advise social workers and senior officers on legal and procedural matters Draft complex legal documents and prepare cases for court Deliver legal advice to Council Boards, Panels, Committees, and Officers to support effective decision-making Keep up to date with developments in child law and assess implications for Council services Deliver training and guidance to internal stakeholders to enhance legal understanding and practice Collaborate closely with Children's Services, external partners, and courts to achieve the best outcomes for children Maintain compliance with Legal Services' Practice Standards and contribute to service improvement initiatives About You You will hold a recognised legal qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive , and ideally have: Experience in children's social care law, preferably within a local authority or public sector setting Strong knowledge of the Children Act 1989, associated legislation, case law, and public law proceedings Excellent advocacy, negotiation, and communication skills The ability to work under pressure, manage deadlines, and deliver pragmatic legal solutions A proactive, team-oriented approach with a focus on client service Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office or equivalent (e.g. G Suite, Mosaic) A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for travel within and outside the borough (reasonable adjustments available) Why Halton? Halton is known for its collaborative and supportive culture. Within our Legal Services Directorate, you'll join a knowledgeable and experienced team committed to achieving the best outcomes for children. You'll have the opportunity to grow professionally, influence decision-making, and be part of a service that truly makes a difference. Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Lawyer - Litigation and Licensing Location: Halton, Cheshire Pay: Up to 28.96 per hour Contract: Initial 6-month contract with potential to become permanent Hours: 37 hours per week Join a Supportive and Impactful Legal Team in the Heart of Cheshire Halton Borough Council is a dynamic and forward-thinking authority with a strong community focus and a track record of delivering high-quality public services. With excellent transport links and a dedicated workforce, Halton offers a rewarding and flexible working environment for legal professionals. We are now looking for a skilled and motivated Lawyer - Litigation and Licensing to join our Legal Services Directorate. This is an exciting opportunity to make a direct impact through a diverse caseload, focusing on litigation, prosecutions, and licensing. About the Role You will play a key role in delivering high-quality legal services across a broad spectrum of contentious legal areas. From undertaking prosecutions in the Magistrates' Court (now based in Warrington) to advising on licensing matters and delivering training, this is a varied and rewarding role with real influence. Key Responsibilities Conduct criminal and civil advocacy, with a focus on prosecutions in the local Magistrates' Court Provide legal advice across a range of litigation and licensing matters Support decision-making through legal advice to Boards, Committees, Panels, and Officers Draft complex legal documents, negotiate on behalf of the Council, and provide procedural advice Contribute to the development and implementation of Practice Standards within Legal Services Identify and advise on legal developments affecting service delivery Deliver legal training to Members and Officers Work collaboratively with internal departments, external partners, and stakeholders Support other areas of legal work within the team when needed About You You will hold a recognised legal qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive , and ideally bring: Experience in criminal and civil advocacy Knowledge of one or more relevant areas of law: planning, highways, environmental, consumer protection, waste, contaminated land, open spaces, or rights of way Preferably experience in a local authority or similar public sector environment Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to work under pressure and manage complex legal issues to tight deadlines Excellent negotiation, advocacy, and interpersonal skills Strong IT skills (e.g., Microsoft Office, G Suite, Mosaic) A full driving licence and access to a vehicle (reasonable adjustments available as needed) Why Join Halton? Our legal team is collaborative, client-focused, and committed to continuous improvement. You'll be joining a service where your contribution matters and your professional development is supported. The role offers flexibility, meaningful work, and the chance to be part of a well-regarded local authority making a real difference. Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Job Advert: Principal Conveyancing Officer Location: Halton, Cheshire Pay: Up to 20.98 per hour Contract: Initial 6-month contract with the potential for a permanent role Hours: 37 hours per week Join a Vibrant Local Authority at the Heart of the North West Halton Borough Council is a forward-thinking, community-focused local authority with a proud heritage and strong identity. Spanning both sides of the River Mersey and home to the iconic Silver Jubilee and Mersey Gateway bridges, Halton benefits from excellent transport links to Liverpool, Manchester, and two major airports. With a progressive community strategy in place, Halton is on a mission to transform how people access services and drive real, long-lasting improvements in residents' lives. This is a fantastic opportunity to join us at a pivotal time in our journey. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Principal Conveyancing Officer to join our dynamic and supportive Legal Services Directorate. This team plays a critical role in protecting the Council's interests by providing high-quality legal, corporate, and constitutional advice. You will lead on complex conveyancing and land-related matters, working on behalf of the Council to support a wide range of service areas. Key Responsibilities Handle a varied caseload of commercial conveyancing and land transactions with minimal supervision Provide expert legal advice and support across Council departments Ensure work is delivered efficiently, accurately, and in line with corporate priorities Maintain client focus, confidentiality, and a proactive, solutions-focused approach What We're Looking For Significant experience in commercial conveyancing and land law Ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills Professional legal qualification: Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx), or Licensed Conveyancer, or Graduate Member of CILEx, or Holder of a Law Degree or equivalent Why Work for Halton? Our workforce tells us that our people are the best thing about working here. You'll be supported by friendly and experienced colleagues and work in an environment that values collaboration, innovation, and a healthy work-life balance. Apply Now If you're looking for a rewarding legal role in a place where your skills will make a real difference, we want to hear from you. Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

The HR Business Partner plays a key part of the HR operating model, providing partnering support across the Council. Through strong trusted relationships, Business Partners will work in partnership with managers, key stakeholders and HR colleagues to deliver excellent people management practices, as well as providing professional support and expert advice to help managers achieve organisational and directorate goals inclusive of transformational work. The role forms part of a Business Partnering model and will require resilience and self-sufficiency, with strong team relationships within the HRBP team, to enable the sharing of best practice, mutual support and collaboration on HR and corporate initiatives as required. HR Business Partners will take responsibility for policy management and development and the adoption of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) practices. They will act as a positive advocate for the wider HR Operations Team within their dedicated area, and ensure two way communication is promoted which allows continuous improvement in HR service and practice, and wider manager capabilities. This post reports to the Lead HR Business Partner and will receive general direction and supervision, although the post holder will be expected to work autonomously when providing advice and support to colleagues outside of HR. This post will provide management and supervision to one Assistant HR Business Partner Key Duties Work collaboratively with managers across the council at both strategic and operational level, to contribute to the formulation of people-related plans, initiatives and actions needed to deliver successful outcomes for projects, goals and operational effectiveness. To oversee and gain input and/or support in all areas of HR, including policy development, pay and reward, resourcing, when assessing resourcing plans / succession planning challenges , Organisational Development when assessing development needs, Health and Safety and HR operations. To continuously embed and enhance the Business Partnering model, working with the HRBP team to share ideas and roll out new working practices. Consulting with internal customers seeking feedback and acting on that feedback where necessary whilst collaborating with wider council services to ensure best use of resources and expertise for project initiatives. Working with managers to identify and implement workforce and succession planning and development needs, including providing business focused and creative solutions, driving efficiency while reviewing, implementing and monitoring these for maximum added value. To analyse, report and provide Management information ensuring that all internal and external reporting requirements are satisfied. To keep up to date with employment legislation, ACAS codes of practice, terms and conditions of employment and council policy to interpret and advise employees, managers at all levels and elected members across a range of professions and operational disciplines. To support, coach and empower managers in championing change and improvement initiatives which support the Corporate objectives leading to improved efficiency in service delivery for the residents of the borough. To manage, lead and develop Assistant HR Business Partners through objective setting, performance management and coaching / mentoring as required. To provide timely and robust end to end employee relations advice to managers, ensuring legal and policy compliance and fair and consistent management decisions. This may include employees to support the prompt resolution of workforce issues and investigations. To provide expert HR Advice finding proactive resolutions on a range of complex casework including disciplinary, grievance, bullying and harassment, capability whilst implementing escalation processes where appropriate. To advise and support management with organisational change including negotiations and consultations with recognised trade unions with attendance at formal consultation meetings. To act as part of local management teams to influence and advise on workforce and people matters to provide directorates to deliver pragmatic solutions across employees lifecycle and make recommendations to stakeholders where there is an impact on employee experiences. Maintaining an overview of the employee relations environment with the relevant business areas, and working with Lead HRBP to develop strategies, policies and initiatives in line with current legislation, HR Procedures and best practice to improve employee relations. Maintaining excellent working relationships with Trade Union colleagues, contributing to and engaging in network groups and other working groups, with a view to maintaining positive employee relations and employee engagement. Attend corporate, directorate, regional and national meetings and training to represent the HR Business Partnering Team for continuous professional development. Please note this role is for an initial 6 month contact but could be extended. Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.