Vacancy: Head of Office – CLAO Aberdeen

Head of Office (Grade 8) – CLAO Aberdeen
Ref no 35
Full time, permanent
Application deadline: Tuesday 20 January, 23:55*

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Head of Office to lead day-to-day operations at CLAO Aberdeen. The role combines management responsibility for a team of solicitors along with managing your own legal aid caseload in key areas like public family law and housing. You’ll ensure the delivery of high-quality, client-centred, and trauma-informed legal services whilst supporting the Head of Service in developing CLAO’s network-wide services and strategic priorities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced solicitor with existing management experience and an interest in supporting a team to deliver much needed civil and children’s legal assistance across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. The role is based within the geographical area covered by our Aberdeen office and will involve regular and frequent office and in-person hearing attendances.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• excellent knowledge of the civil justice system and legal aid legislation
• strong advocacy skills and significant civil court experience
• proven expertise in at least one core area of CLAO’s work (child law, housing and homelessness, mental health, debt, or benefit appeals)
• effective leadership and people management skills
• excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to work with clients who may be vulnerable
• strong planning, organisational, and financial management abilities
• Proficiency with IT in a legal context (Microsoft 365, case management systems)
• A full, current, valid driving licence.

How to apply

Full details about the role and online application are available on our recruitment portal (external link).