Adult Safeguarding Lawyer

Thurrock Council; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Adult Safeguarding Lawyer to provide specialist legal advice and representation. The ideal candidate will contribute to protecting vulnerable adults and work closely with social care teams. Essential qualifications include being a qualified solicitor or equivalent with at least 3 years of relevant experience. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible and hybrid working options

Local Government Pension Scheme

Ongoing training and professional development

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• At least 3 years post qualification experience in adult social care law.
• Strong advocacy, negotiation, and communication skills.
• The ability to manage a varied and complex caseload.

Responsibilities

• Advising on adult safeguarding matters and relevant legislation.
• Representing the local authority in the Court of Protection.
• Drafting documents related to safeguarding.

Skills

Advocacy

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Qualified solicitor, barrister, or chartered legal executive

Job description

Job Title: Adult Safeguarding Lawyer

Salary: £53,460 – £61,638 per annum

Grade: G

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Adult Safeguarding Lawyer to join our friendly and supportive legal Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in protecting vulnerable adults and ensuring their rights and welfare are upheld. As part of our Legal Team, you will provide specialist legal advice and representation on a range of adult safeguarding matters, working closely with social care teams, partner agencies and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on adult safeguarding matters, including applications under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Care Act 2014.
• Representing the local authority in the Court of Protection and other relevant tribunals.
• Drafting legal documents, court applications, and policies related to safeguarding.
• Providing training and guidance to social care professionals on legal issues affecting vulnerable adults.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and case law developments.
• Handling judicial review matters, deprivation of liberty cases, and other public law challenges.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• To be a qualified solicitor, barrister, or chartered legal executive
• At least 3 years post qualification experience in adult social care law
• Strong advocacy, negotiation, and communication skills.
• The ability to manage a varied and complex caseload.
• A commitment to public service and protecting vulnerable individuals.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
• Staff discounts and local offers

DBS Check: A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at Basic Level is required for this post.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about safeguarding adults and want to make a difference in your community, we would love to hear from you.

Advert Closing Date: (Redeployment Only): 15th January 2026

Advert Closing Date: 8th February 2026

Interview Date: 24th February 2026

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