Adult Safeguarding Lawyer & Public Law Advocate

Thurrock Council; Grays; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in England is looking for an experienced Adult Safeguarding Lawyer. You will provide specialized legal advice on safeguarding issues, ensure compliance and represent the authority in legal proceedings. Ideal candidates should be qualified legal practitioners with at least three years’ experience in adult social care law and excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary along with hybrid working options and continuous professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working options

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in adult social care law.
• Ability to advise on compliance issues.
• Experience representing authorities in legal proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized legal advice on adult safeguarding matters.
• Advise on compliance issues regarding safeguarding.
• Represent the authority in legal proceedings.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Legal expertise in adult social care law

Education

Qualified legal practitioner

Job description

A local authority in England is seeking an experienced Adult Safeguarding Lawyer to join their legal team. The successful candidate will provide specialized legal advice on adult safeguarding matters, advise on compliance issues, and represent the authority in legal proceedings. This role requires a qualified legal practitioner with at least three years of experience in adult social care law and strong communication skills. The position offers hybrid working options, competitive salary, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

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