Company: Telford & Wrekin Council
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