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Locum Adult Social Care Lawyer

Venn Group - Birmingham

United Kingdom

Remote

GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Locum Adult Social Care Lawyer to join a Midlands-based Local Authority. This role offers the flexibility of remote working and involves providing expert legal advice on Adult Social Care matters, along with advocacy in various court settings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public sector law and a passion for ensuring compliance with legal standards. With an initial contract of 3 months and a competitive hourly rate of up to £60, this position is perfect for legal professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in the community. Don't miss out on this chance to advance your career while working in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

  • Experience in Adult Social Care Law and advocacy in court settings.
  • Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Barrister with public sector experience.

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal advice on Adult Social Care and related areas.
  • Conduct advocacy and prepare cases for court appearances.

Skills

Adult Social Care Law
Advocacy
Public Sector Experience
Legal Research

Education

Solicitor/Lawyer qualification
Legal Executive qualification
Barrister qualification

Job description

Locum Adult Social Care Lawyer – 3 Months + - Remote Working – Up to £60 Per Hour Umbrella – Midlands

Position: Locum Adult Social Care Lawyer

Organisation: Midlands based Local Authority

Duration: 3-month initial contract with the likelihood of extension thereafter

Working Pattern: Full time

Working Arrangement: Remote working

Hourly Rate: Up to £60 + per hour Umbrella (DOE)

The ideal candidate will be a Solicitor/Lawyer, Legal Executive, Barrister or Legal Officer. You must have prior experience working within the Public Sector or Private Practice carrying a full and varied caseload of Adult Social Care matters.

Duties may include:

  1. Provide Adult Social Care Law advice, and additional legal advice on areas including children social care (not care proceedings), education, and health as required.
  2. Conduct advocacy before the Court and instruct counsel where appropriate, in matters before the High Court, Magistrates Court, and First Tier Tribunal, as well as preparation of these cases.
  3. Ensure that the decisions made by the client departments are within the legal boundaries; accord with Council policy; and achieve their aims and objectives efficiently.
  4. Participate in any other areas of work in the Legal Services Department when required to do so by the Principal Solicitor (Adults, Children and Health) within whose Team they are located.

Please apply for this role online or contact Emily Bradley or Connie Ross via phone or email for further information.

07441 916 435 - midlandslegal@venngroup.com

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.

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