Education Partner (Regulatory, Risk and Resolution)

Contextual Overview

VWV Law, a top-ranked national firm, is seeking an experienced Education Partner to lead their state-funded schools practice within the Regulatory, Risk and Resolution team. The role focuses on providing high-level regulatory advice to Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs), Single Academy Trusts (SATs), and state schools.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Proven experience as an Education Lawyer with a focus on public law.
• Expertise in advising academies and state schools on regulatory and risk matters.
• Established sector profile with strong technical and project management skills.
• A client following is desirable but not a pre-requisite.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Lead the state-funded schools practice area.
• Advise on registration and inspection, critical incident management, and admissions appeals.
• Manage complex issues including SEND, discrimination claims, pupil discipline, and safeguarding.
• Handle civil claims and judicial reviews.
• Collaborate across firm departments to provide comprehensive support to AMS (Academy and Maintained Schools) clients.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Compensation: Not specified.
Mode: Full-time, Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in-office).

Application Procedure & Required Documents

Interested candidates should apply via the official LinkedIn portal. For confidential inquiries regarding the role or firm, contact Jannica Seccombe, Talent Acquisition Lead, at jseccombe@vwv.co.uk or 07500 109783.

Official Notification & Contact Information

Official Portal: VWV Law Careers
Contact: Jannica Seccombe (Talent Acquisition Lead)

FAQs

• Is a client following mandatory? No, while a client following is desirable, it is not a pre-requisite for consideration.
• What is the expected office attendance? The firm operates on a hybrid basis and requires the successful candidate to work from one of their offices at least 2 days per week.