Locum Education Law Specialist

Job Description

Locum Education Law Specialist - Senior Position

One of my clients is recruiting an experienced Education Law Specialist on a locum basis for a senior role within their established, highly regarded team whilst they recruit. For the right candidate a perm position is on offer.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified lawyer with a strong background in education law.

The successful candidate will play a leading role in supervising and supporting the team with their caseloads, managing client relationships and overseeing complex casework. There is also scope for the right individual to take on wider management responsibilities.

You will work closely with the firm's senior leadership team and have the opportunity to contribute to the strategic development and marketing of the firm.

A key aspect of the role will be undertaking your own advocacy, representing clients at both the First-tier Tribunal (SEND) and the Upper Tribunal.

You will also be responsible for mentoring, developing and motivating an exceptional team of paralegals, many of whom go on to secure positions at leading chambers and as judicial assistants.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Education Law Specialist with strong technical knowledge, excellent tribunal advocacy skills and a genuine interest in leadership, supervision and developing junior colleagues.

This is a fantastic locum opportunity for someone looking to step into a senior position, take on meaningful responsibility and make an immediate contribution to an ambitious and forward-thinking team.