Senior Lawyer (Adult Social Care)

Senior Lawyer (Adult Social Care) - Full-time, Permanent, Hybrid
Shape the future of Adult Social Care law in a dynamic local authority setting.

About the Role

Join a forward-thinking local authority legal team dedicated to delivering high-quality legal services that positively impact the community. As a Senior Lawyer (Adult Social Care), you will play a key role in advising on complex legal matters and handling a varied caseload.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice and representation on adult social care matters to Council Members and Officers.
• Lead and manage a diverse caseload, drafting complex legal documents and preparing instructions for Counsel.
• Offer legal guidance on major council projects, ensuring compliance and risk management.
• Represent the Council at meetings, committees, and panels, delivering procedural and constitutional advice.
• Support and mentor junior legal team members, deputising for the Principal Adult Social Care Lawyer as required.
• Keep abreast of legislative changes, case law, and policy updates, delivering training sessions to internal teams.
• Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance service delivery.

About You

We are looking for a skilled and motivated legal professional with:

• A Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives, or equivalent substantial legal experience.
• Significant post-qualification experience in adult social care law, including legal representation and advisory work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal matters clearly.
• Excellent research skills to provide well-informed legal advice.
• Ability to manage multiple cases effectively under pressure while meeting deadlines.

Why Join?

• Flexible working: Hybrid model with up to 3 days remote working per week.
• Career development: Opportunities for training, mentoring, and leadership responsibilities.
• Work-life balance: Supportive environment with reasonable caseload expectations.
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension scheme, generous leave entitlement, and professional development support.
• Meaningful impact: Your work will contribute directly to protecting and empowering vulnerable adults in the community.

Apply Now

If you are a dedicated legal professional looking to make a real difference in adult social care law, we want to hear from you.