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Inhouse- Principle Family Solicitor

Job Posted: 9 days ago

Salary: £ 51,356 - 58,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Barry, Vale of Glamorgan

Expire in: 18 days

Job Description

Principal Lawyer - Safeguarding & Children's Services
Barry | Hybrid Working | £51,356 - £54,495 + £8,000 Supplement

If you're an experienced childcare lawyer looking to step into a leadership role where your work directly shapes outcomes for vulnerable children and families, this is a standout opportunity.

You'll lead a specialist legal team within a well-regarded local authority, handling complex care proceedings, advising senior stakeholders and playing a key role in safeguarding decisions.

What you'll be doing:

Leading and developing a team of lawyers and support staff
Managing complex children's public law cases
Advising senior leaders on high-risk safeguarding matters
Representing in Family Court proceedings
Driving early legal engagement and best practiceWhat we're looking for:

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX
Strong experience in childcare law / care proceedings
Confidence handling complex, sensitive cases
Leadership experience or readiness to step upWhy apply:

Hybrid and flexible working
£8,000 market supplement
Strong pension and annual leave
Clear progression and leadership developmentApply directly or reach out via email to arrange a confidential chat!

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities

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