Legal Officer

• Hourly Rate: £30 per hour (Umbrella)
• Location: Leicester, LE1
• Job Type: Part-time (30 hours per week)

My client are seeking a dedicated Legal Officer to join their team, focusing on childcare law. The role involves managing a caseload of pre-proceedings matters and supporting solicitors with care proceedings. This position requires a professional who can attend PLO meetings, undertake case management duties, and engage with the national Family Law Digital Portal.

• Manage a caseload of pre-proceedings matters and support solicitors in care proceedings.
• Attend and provide support during in-person PLO meetings, primarily on Tuesdays.
• Conduct legal research, draft court applications, and use the Family Law Digital Portal.
• Obtain evidence in accordance with court directions and provide witness liaison.
• Oversee and assist paralegal and administrative staff within the team.
• Carry out miscellaneous duties associated with the role, ensuring high-quality legal services.

• Substantial vocational training and applied experience as a legal assistant or equivalent in a legal environment, supervised by a qualified Lawyer.
• Experience in drafting legal documentation and supporting Lawyers in these tasks.
• Experience dealing with public sector matters relating to child protection.
• Presentation skills with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Research and analytical skills, with the ability to give clear, concise advice and enter negotiations.
• Recent and in-depth knowledge of public child care law.
• ILEX or equivalent (full degree level ability in core areas of practice) or equivalent vocational training and experience.

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Flexible working arrangements with a maximum of once a week office presence required.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive team and contribute to important childcare legal matters.

Please apply today for a chance of an immediate interview! 

What Reed can offer you as a temporary employee:

• A dedicated consultant who will act as your key point of contact during and between any  bookings
• Secure & online time sheet system which is quick and easy to use
• A self-service portal to access holiday requests/ Payslips/ P45 at your own leisure 
• A dedicated payroll team 
• Access to free training
• Access to discount club/ healthcare/ reed rewards
• Pension /paid holiday scheme/ maternity benefits
• Contacts for other Reed consultants and divisions
• Opportunities to work with some of the UKs leading employers including local authorities, NHS and local SME's