Senior Solicitor: Safeguarding

Company: Telford & Wrekin Council
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Location: Telford
Job Description:

Overview

In this fixed-term role, you will provide legal advice and support to safeguarding services and council stakeholders. You will join a Lexcel-accredited team delivering practical legal assistance to officers, elected members and external clients to protect vulnerable residents. The role offers hybrid working, a clear progression path, and the chance to contribute to high-quality public services in a dynamic borough.

Pay / Benefits

  • flexible working
  • Local Government Pension Scheme
  • staff discounts & salary sacrifice
  • free parking
  • confidential wellbeing support
  • hybrid working model

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal advice, assistance and support to Council officers, elected members and external clients
  • Draft, review and advise on legal documents and decisions related to safeguarding matters
  • Support compliance with regulatory standards and statutory duties
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve legal issues affecting safeguarding services
  • Contribute to case management and legal strategy aligned with council objectives

Key requirements

  • Qualified solicitor with practising rights in the UK
  • Current practising certificate
  • Experience in safeguarding law or public sector law preferred

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Posted: October 15th, 2026