Lancashire County Council is looking for a Principal ASC & Education Lawyer (Technical) | Preston. It’s a permanent, full-time post based in Preston, with hybrid working, paying £55,612 to £60,147 a year.
About the role
Senior lawyer giving expert advice and representation on adult social care and education law. Based at County Hall, Preston, working alongside specialist legal colleagues and the service area on strategic priorities, workforce projects and statutory functions.
About Lancashire County Council
Lancashire County Council is the upper-tier council for Lancashire outside Blackpool and Blackburn with Darwen, working alongside twelve district councils including Preston, Lancaster, Burnley, Chorley, South Ribble, West Lancashire, Fylde and Wyre. Based at County Hall in Preston, it runs county-wide services including education, social care, highways, transport, libraries and waste disposal.
What they’re looking for
- Admitted solicitor or barrister (England and Wales)
- Current practising certificate
- Honours degree in a relevant discipline (ideally)
- Extensive post-qualification experience in ASC and/or education law
- Experience advising local authorities
- Complex education litigation experience
What’s on offer
- Hybrid working
- 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Flexible working opportunities
- Health and wellbeing support
- Family-friendly policies
- Financial and travel benefits
- Training and development opportunities
How to apply
You apply directly with Lancashire County Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Lancashire County Council’s website.
