Duties and Responsibilities Deal with analysis, research, drafting, advice and advocacy arising within the Social Care and Education Legal Team. To have the conduct of trials ranging from 1 to 10 days in duration. Under the strategic direction of the Practice Lead, Social Care and Education Team to undertake all advocacy primarily in child care matters and to ensure the provision of a high quality, efficient, cost effective and customer focused service. To contribute to the financial and business management of the Social Care and Education team. Appear as the organisation's advocate at preliminary, unopposed and complex contested hearings ranging from 1 day to 10 days duration in the Family Court and High Court in child care and adoption proceedings and at other tribunals and courts as required in non-child care proceedings with minimum supervision. Incorporate changes to practice within the Social Care and Education team as a result of statutory, policy or other changes and in so doing to recognise and report any budgetary or resource implications and to ensure value for money is achieved. Responsible for the provision of advocacy in complex contested child care proceedings, including representation at short notice in emergency hearings, ensuring that work is reflective of best practice, is of a high professional standard and is cost effective. Develop and obtain knowledge in Special Education Needs Tribunals and Adult Social Care and be responsible for the provision of advocacy if appropriate. Be able to enter complex negotiations, provide innovative, creative advice to clients in a pressurised environment. Prepare and process the more complex and sensitive documents relevant to care proceedings before all levels of court, including the evaluation of evidence and to provide advice and guidance in respect of complex areas of law and practice to other team members and client departments as appropriate. Advising on complex policies and procedures relating to the Councils' child care functions. Personal Requirements Qualified Barrister or Lawyer with right of audience. Good knowledge and experience of advocacy and attending hearings on behalf of the SLLP. Specialise knowledge of English law and practice in relation to child protection and adoption. An ability to acquire and maintain knowledge in relation to community care and education. Highly developed negotiating and listening skills with various groups of people and in a variety of different settings, including some of which may potentially end in conflict. Awareness of current issues relevant to local authorities, ability to assist in delivering the Council's corporate objectives and to operate effectively within a corporate context. Working Hours 35 hrs / 9:00am - 17:00pm / Monday - Friday Pay £50.00 per hour Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Duties and Responsibilities Deal with analysis, research, drafting, advice and advocacy arising within the Social Care and Education Legal Team. To have the conduct of trials ranging from 1 to 10 days in duration. Under the strategic direction of the Practice Lead, Social Care and Education Team to undertake all advocacy primarily in child care matters and to ensure the provision of a high quality, efficient, cost effective and customer focused service. To contribute to the financial and business management of the Social Care and Education team. Appear as the organisation's advocate at preliminary, unopposed and complex contested hearings ranging from 1 day to 10 days duration in the Family Court and High Court in child care and adoption proceedings and at other tribunals and courts as required in non-child care proceedings with minimum supervision. Incorporate changes to practice within the Social Care and Education team as a result of statutory, policy or other changes and in so doing to recognise and report any budgetary or resource implications and to ensure value for money is achieved. Responsible for the provision of advocacy in complex contested child care proceedings, including representation at short notice in emergency hearings, ensuring that work is reflective of best practice, is of a high professional standard and is cost effective. Develop and obtain knowledge in Special Education Needs Tribunals and Adult Social Care and be responsible for the provision of advocacy if appropriate. Be able to enter complex negotiations, provide innovative, creative advice to clients in a pressurised environment. Prepare and process the more complex and sensitive documents relevant to care proceedings before all levels of court, including the evaluation of evidence and to provide advice and guidance in respect of complex areas of law and practice to other team members and client departments as appropriate. Advising on complex policies and procedures relating to the Councils' child care functions. Personal Requirements Qualified Barrister or Lawyer with right of audience. Good knowledge and experience of advocacy and attending hearings on behalf of the SLLP. Specialise knowledge of English law and practice in relation to child protection and adoption. An ability to acquire and maintain knowledge in relation to community care and education. Highly developed negotiating and listening skills with various groups of people and in a variety of different settings, including some of which may potentially end in conflict. Awareness of current issues relevant to local authorities, ability to assist in delivering the Council's corporate objectives and to operate effectively within a corporate context. Working Hours 35 hrs / 9:00am - 17:00pm / Monday - Friday Pay £50.00 per hour Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.
A dedicated legal recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Lawyer to support a government organization in Devon. This temporary remote role involves managing civil litigation and judicial review cases, providing legal advice, and representing clients in court. Candidates should possess a law degree, be Law Society admitted, and have significant judicial review experience. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with a willingness to learn. The hourly pay is competitive at £55.00, and the role is within the scope of IR35.
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
A dedicated legal recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Lawyer to support a government organization in Devon. This temporary remote role involves managing civil litigation and judicial review cases, providing legal advice, and representing clients in court. Candidates should possess a law degree, be Law Society admitted, and have significant judicial review experience. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with a willingness to learn. The hourly pay is competitive at £55.00, and the role is within the scope of IR35.
Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Lawyer for our client a government organisation in Devon. The successful post holder will be an experienced local government lawyer with substantial recent experience in civil litigation and judicial review. This role is a temporary contract initially for 3 months with the possibility to extend. This role can be completed via remote working. Duties and Responsibilities (but not limited to): Oversee and manage a caseload in an area of law allocated. Respond to requests for advice, representation etc, from employees. Manage all aspects of court representation as required. Advise and/or present to courts, meetings, members at formal appeal hearings or as required by the County Solicitor. Assume a lead role in advising clients on specialist aspects of law and practice as required, e.g. Procurement, Employment, Human Rights, Child Care, Adult Social Care, Property and to organise/participate in training events as appropriate and/or necessary. Determine appeals under the Internal Dispute Resolution Procedure of the Local Government Pension Scheme and various internal appeal procedures if require. Take part in the Legal Services' Out of Hours service to provide assistance to the Emergency Duty Team on matters of Childcare and Adult Social Care. Offer some supervision to junior members of the team. Personal Requirements: Educated to degree level. Law Society admitted and Solicitor Regulatory Authority registered solicitor, Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives or Bar Standards Board registered barrister. Must have substantial recent judicial review experience. Be willing to learn new areas of law to be able to provide fast paced legal advice on a range of topics. Local government experience is essential, County Council experience is desirable. Excellent written and verbal skills. Basic DBS check needed. Working Hours: 37 hrs / 8:30am - 17:00pm / Monday - Friday Pay: £55.00 per hr Note: This role is within the scope of IR35.
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Lawyer for our client a government organisation in Devon. The successful post holder will be an experienced local government lawyer with substantial recent experience in civil litigation and judicial review. This role is a temporary contract initially for 3 months with the possibility to extend. This role can be completed via remote working. Duties and Responsibilities (but not limited to): Oversee and manage a caseload in an area of law allocated. Respond to requests for advice, representation etc, from employees. Manage all aspects of court representation as required. Advise and/or present to courts, meetings, members at formal appeal hearings or as required by the County Solicitor. Assume a lead role in advising clients on specialist aspects of law and practice as required, e.g. Procurement, Employment, Human Rights, Child Care, Adult Social Care, Property and to organise/participate in training events as appropriate and/or necessary. Determine appeals under the Internal Dispute Resolution Procedure of the Local Government Pension Scheme and various internal appeal procedures if require. Take part in the Legal Services' Out of Hours service to provide assistance to the Emergency Duty Team on matters of Childcare and Adult Social Care. Offer some supervision to junior members of the team. Personal Requirements: Educated to degree level. Law Society admitted and Solicitor Regulatory Authority registered solicitor, Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives or Bar Standards Board registered barrister. Must have substantial recent judicial review experience. Be willing to learn new areas of law to be able to provide fast paced legal advice on a range of topics. Local government experience is essential, County Council experience is desirable. Excellent written and verbal skills. Basic DBS check needed. Working Hours: 37 hrs / 8:30am - 17:00pm / Monday - Friday Pay: £55.00 per hr Note: This role is within the scope of IR35.
A legal services firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified Barrister or Lawyer to join their Social Care and Education Legal Team. The role involves conducting trials, providing high-quality advocacy primarily in child care matters, and representing clients in Family and High Courts. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of child protection laws, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to operate effectively within a corporate context. This position offers competitive hourly pay and the potential for ongoing development in legal advocacy.
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
A legal services firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified Barrister or Lawyer to join their Social Care and Education Legal Team. The role involves conducting trials, providing high-quality advocacy primarily in child care matters, and representing clients in Family and High Courts. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of child protection laws, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to operate effectively within a corporate context. This position offers competitive hourly pay and the potential for ongoing development in legal advocacy.
Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Head Of Commercial Property for our client a government organisation in Kensington, London. The successful post holder will oversee the effective day to day management and continuous review of the commercial property portfolio to identify opportunities, develop and implement strategies that reduce cost, maximise returns and increase revenue, and optimise use, in accordance with the organisation's policies, asset strategy, plan and social investment strategy. Act as the point of expert advice on commercial property matters, develop and implement a long term strategic vision for the commercial property function, align it with the Council's wider objectives and ensure the portfolio remains competitive and profitable. Spearhead the identification and implementation of innovative commercial property strategies that align with the organisation's strategic objectives, overseeing the leverage of data analytics and market intelligence to inform strategic decisions and optimise portfolio performance. This role is a temporary contract initially for 3 months with the possibility to extend. This role is hybrid working with 3 days required in the office per week. Duties and Responsibilities Develop and implement the long term strategic vision for the Commercial Property function, aligning it with the overall department goals and the organisation's wider strategic objectives. Act as the primary point of expert advice on landlord and tenant and property management matters, providing strategic guidance to senior officers and Lead Members to influence decision making on the management of the portfolios. Manage the in depth analysis and monitoring of the commercial portfolio's performance against industry benchmarks, leveraging data analytics to identify high potential opportunities for the organisation to inform strategic decisions and optimise portfolio performance. Oversee the effective day to day management and continuous review of the commercial property portfolio to identify opportunities for improvement and growth. Develop and implement strategies to reduce costs, maximise income and optimise property use in accordance with the Council's policies, Asset Strategy and Social Investment Strategy. Oversee and manage all property transactions, negotiations and financial management for the organisation's commercial portfolio, ensuring they adhere to all relevant legislation and regulations and are in alignment with the organisation's objectives. Oversee the management of accurate property information databases for reporting on performance, including tenancy information and financial analysis, to provide valuable insights for decision making. Ensure value for money and high performance of the Commercial Portfolio through effective asset utilisation and robust performance reporting, leading to increased financial return. Oversee the development and implementation of strategic and operational improvements to the Commercial Portfolio to maximise rental income, enhance portfolio performance, and ensure efficient asset utilisation through rent reviews, lease renewals, licence renewals and all landlord and tenant transactions. Ensure the effective management of financial resources allocated to the commercial property portfolio, maximising returns while maintaining fiscal responsibility. Oversee the landlord and tenant services, including rent review, lease renewals as well as the provision of new lettings for the Operational Portfolio as well as the VCS (communities) portfolio. Personal Requirements A Member or Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) qualification (Commercial Property Practice or equivalent). Significant experience in senior leadership roles within Commercial Property Practice or Real Estate Management, with an ability to advise senior colleagues and provide strategic recommendations. Significant experience in commercial property practice and asset management and ability to ensure Value for Money and that the organisation will maximise the use of its Investment Assets. Extensive knowledge of Landlord & Tenant legislation and property valuation. Extensive experience in commercial property management including s18 valuations for negotiating schedules of dilapidation, adhering to RICS Valuations Standards or equivalent. Demonstrable experience in dealing with external consultants and working within a multidisciplinary project team. Ability to use a range of PC and mainframe IT applications as relevant to the work of the team. Working Hours 36 hrs / 9:00am - 17:00pm / Monday - Friday Pay £550.00 per day Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Head Of Commercial Property for our client a government organisation in Kensington, London. The successful post holder will oversee the effective day to day management and continuous review of the commercial property portfolio to identify opportunities, develop and implement strategies that reduce cost, maximise returns and increase revenue, and optimise use, in accordance with the organisation's policies, asset strategy, plan and social investment strategy. Act as the point of expert advice on commercial property matters, develop and implement a long term strategic vision for the commercial property function, align it with the Council's wider objectives and ensure the portfolio remains competitive and profitable. Spearhead the identification and implementation of innovative commercial property strategies that align with the organisation's strategic objectives, overseeing the leverage of data analytics and market intelligence to inform strategic decisions and optimise portfolio performance. This role is a temporary contract initially for 3 months with the possibility to extend. This role is hybrid working with 3 days required in the office per week. Duties and Responsibilities Develop and implement the long term strategic vision for the Commercial Property function, aligning it with the overall department goals and the organisation's wider strategic objectives. Act as the primary point of expert advice on landlord and tenant and property management matters, providing strategic guidance to senior officers and Lead Members to influence decision making on the management of the portfolios. Manage the in depth analysis and monitoring of the commercial portfolio's performance against industry benchmarks, leveraging data analytics to identify high potential opportunities for the organisation to inform strategic decisions and optimise portfolio performance. Oversee the effective day to day management and continuous review of the commercial property portfolio to identify opportunities for improvement and growth. Develop and implement strategies to reduce costs, maximise income and optimise property use in accordance with the Council's policies, Asset Strategy and Social Investment Strategy. Oversee and manage all property transactions, negotiations and financial management for the organisation's commercial portfolio, ensuring they adhere to all relevant legislation and regulations and are in alignment with the organisation's objectives. Oversee the management of accurate property information databases for reporting on performance, including tenancy information and financial analysis, to provide valuable insights for decision making. Ensure value for money and high performance of the Commercial Portfolio through effective asset utilisation and robust performance reporting, leading to increased financial return. Oversee the development and implementation of strategic and operational improvements to the Commercial Portfolio to maximise rental income, enhance portfolio performance, and ensure efficient asset utilisation through rent reviews, lease renewals, licence renewals and all landlord and tenant transactions. Ensure the effective management of financial resources allocated to the commercial property portfolio, maximising returns while maintaining fiscal responsibility. Oversee the landlord and tenant services, including rent review, lease renewals as well as the provision of new lettings for the Operational Portfolio as well as the VCS (communities) portfolio. Personal Requirements A Member or Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) qualification (Commercial Property Practice or equivalent). Significant experience in senior leadership roles within Commercial Property Practice or Real Estate Management, with an ability to advise senior colleagues and provide strategic recommendations. Significant experience in commercial property practice and asset management and ability to ensure Value for Money and that the organisation will maximise the use of its Investment Assets. Extensive knowledge of Landlord & Tenant legislation and property valuation. Extensive experience in commercial property management including s18 valuations for negotiating schedules of dilapidation, adhering to RICS Valuations Standards or equivalent. Demonstrable experience in dealing with external consultants and working within a multidisciplinary project team. Ability to use a range of PC and mainframe IT applications as relevant to the work of the team. Working Hours 36 hrs / 9:00am - 17:00pm / Monday - Friday Pay £550.00 per day Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.
Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Finance Business Partner for our client a local government organisation in Southampton. The successful candidate will support the Executive Director and management team for Enabling Services, ensuring the directorate remains Better for Residents, Simpler for Colleagues, and Affordable for the organisation. They will contribute to achieving these priorities through the delivery of essential council services, including Digital, HR, Legal & Governance (with Democratic Services), Finance, and Contracting & Procurement. This role is a 3 month initial contract with the possibility to extend. This role is hybrid working with 1-2 days per week required. DutiesandResponsibilitiesbutnotlimitedto: Be a key member of a Business Partnering Team for a Directorate. Responsible distinct area of the business and represent finance and financial issues being a financial technical expert for that area. Provide key financial data for use by the Strategic Finance Business Partner and Leadership Team for a distinct area of the business to underpin strong financial performance. Manage the impact of reports, policies and procedures relating to their area. Support and deputise for the Strategic Finance Business Partner in the collation of strategic financial reporting for senior stakeholders. Support and drive the business area in maximising impact for local residents and businesses through delivery of effective and efficient financial performance, and ensuring value for money is a key focus. Drive strong financial control and advocate financial priorities to the business through the provision of timely & relevant management information. Support the preparation and analysis business cases for new activities, investment decisions and decommissioning activities - ensuring that appropriate financial targets are set and that systems are in place to collect sufficient, accurate data on performance. Help develop links between financial and service based systems to promote automation and more accurate and timely financial reporting to aid decision making. Drive and support the business in meeting challenging transformation programmes. Understand impacts of financial position in own area and that of the organisation and use insight to curtail or support business and investment activities. PersonalRequirements: Full Professional accountancy level qualification, CCAB or CIMA (or finalist). Have experience of, or assisted with, recruitment and selection of team members in accordance with relevant policies and legislation. Have experience of monitoring a capital budget and operating in accordance with financial policy and requirements. Experience of monitoring a revenue budget and operating in accordance with financial policy and requirements. Experience of the budget setting process within a local authority and the statutory requirements. WorkingHours: 37hrs / 9:00am - 17:00pm / Monday to Friday Pay: £26.32 per hr PleasenotethisroleiswithinthescopeofIR35.
Jan 10, 2026
Full time
Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Finance Business Partner for our client a local government organisation in Southampton. The successful candidate will support the Executive Director and management team for Enabling Services, ensuring the directorate remains Better for Residents, Simpler for Colleagues, and Affordable for the organisation. They will contribute to achieving these priorities through the delivery of essential council services, including Digital, HR, Legal & Governance (with Democratic Services), Finance, and Contracting & Procurement. This role is a 3 month initial contract with the possibility to extend. This role is hybrid working with 1-2 days per week required. DutiesandResponsibilitiesbutnotlimitedto: Be a key member of a Business Partnering Team for a Directorate. Responsible distinct area of the business and represent finance and financial issues being a financial technical expert for that area. Provide key financial data for use by the Strategic Finance Business Partner and Leadership Team for a distinct area of the business to underpin strong financial performance. Manage the impact of reports, policies and procedures relating to their area. Support and deputise for the Strategic Finance Business Partner in the collation of strategic financial reporting for senior stakeholders. Support and drive the business area in maximising impact for local residents and businesses through delivery of effective and efficient financial performance, and ensuring value for money is a key focus. Drive strong financial control and advocate financial priorities to the business through the provision of timely & relevant management information. Support the preparation and analysis business cases for new activities, investment decisions and decommissioning activities - ensuring that appropriate financial targets are set and that systems are in place to collect sufficient, accurate data on performance. Help develop links between financial and service based systems to promote automation and more accurate and timely financial reporting to aid decision making. Drive and support the business in meeting challenging transformation programmes. Understand impacts of financial position in own area and that of the organisation and use insight to curtail or support business and investment activities. PersonalRequirements: Full Professional accountancy level qualification, CCAB or CIMA (or finalist). Have experience of, or assisted with, recruitment and selection of team members in accordance with relevant policies and legislation. Have experience of monitoring a capital budget and operating in accordance with financial policy and requirements. Experience of monitoring a revenue budget and operating in accordance with financial policy and requirements. Experience of the budget setting process within a local authority and the statutory requirements. WorkingHours: 37hrs / 9:00am - 17:00pm / Monday to Friday Pay: £26.32 per hr PleasenotethisroleiswithinthescopeofIR35.
