Flexible hybrid opportunities, working from home and our County Hall office, Northallerton if required.North Yorkshire Legal and Democratic Services is a positive, ambitious and successful team which has a strong commitment to provide high quality and cost-effective legal services to the Council and a number of external clients.Join a leading Legal Team in North Yorkshire!An exciting opportunity has arisen to become a valued member of the Legal and Democratic Services team at North Yorkshire County Council. We are looking for Court of Protection/ DOL Solicitor/Lawyer to support our Outstanding Children and Young People’s services.About UsThe Legal Service is part of our Legal and Democratic Services (LDS) within the Chief Executive’s Group. As part of our team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the wide range of services provided to the County of North Yorkshire. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive, high-quality legal services to Directorates, the Council’s Executive, full Council, Committees, Members, and external clients.The RoleAs a Court of Protection Solicitor/Lawyer, you will support our Children and Young People Services in progressing deprivation of liberty applications in the Court of Protection and National DoL List (“NDL”) Family Division, High Court. Your expertise will be needed in Court of Protection matters and an awareness of mental capacity issues in relation to children and young people.Key responsibilities include:Providing expert advice and representation in children legal matters including primarily court of protection applications for children and young peopleAdvice and assistance in progression of deprivation of liberty applications in the National DoL List Court.Managing legal queries from the Children and Young People Services DirectorateConducting research to address more complex legal issuesCollaborating with the legal team to ensure compliance with Law Society Professional Standards and Lexcel accreditationContributing to the overall success of First North Law, NYC’s wholly owned company, in generating external income and delivering high-quality legal servicesThis role requires a practising certificate and a strong desire to contribute to the legal needs of vulnerable children and families.What We’re Looking For:A practising certificateExperience in Court of Protection Deprivation of Liberty applications, Children law and Mental capacity issuesStrong research and legal analysis skillsThe ability to provide clear legal advice on complex issuesA collaborative mindset with the ability to work well in a team environmentExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsWhat We Offer YouA supportive, professional team environment where you’ll grow your career.Hybrid working with the option to work from home and flexible hours, helping you achieve a healthy work-life balance.Continued learning, career progression opportunities, and financial support for additional qualifications.Generous leave and additional benefits like paid volunteering leave.Robust pension plan designed for your future.Employee benefits scheme including discounts on shopping, home tech, green car schemes, and more.Contact usIf you are passionate about working within the public sector and making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in North Yorkshire, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Claire Bryant, Senior Solicitor, Children onClaire.Bryant@northyorks.gov.uk or 07814754120.To apply please click the Apply Now link below. #J-18808-Ljbffr