Hybrid Senior Adult Social Care Solicitor – Court of Protection

Service Care Solutions; Rushden; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Northamptonshire is looking for an experienced Adult Social Care Solicitor to join their legal services team. The role offers hybrid working and involves providing high-quality legal advice on adult care matters including advocacy and court work. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of PQE in Adult Social Care law, with a strong background in Court of Protection and mental health law. Benefits include flexible hours and a successful referral bonus.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Weekly pay depending on experience

Flexible hours

Successful referral bonus of £250

Qualifications

• 5+ years of PQE in Adult Social Care law as a Solicitor in England and Wales.
• Proven experience working in a local authority or similar public sector environment.
• Strong expertise in Court of Protection, mental capacity, and mental health.

Responsibilities

• Support the Council by providing high-quality legal advice.
• Conduct advocacy and court work.
• Mentor and support existing team members.

Skills

Court of Protection work

Mental Capacity Act matters

Mental Health law

General advisory work under the Care Act

Mentoring/supporting team members

Education

5+ years PQE in Adult Social Care law

Job description

A local authority in Northamptonshire is looking for an experienced Adult Social Care Solicitor to join their legal services team. The role offers hybrid working and involves providing high-quality legal advice on adult care matters including advocacy and court work. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of PQE in Adult Social Care law, with a strong background in Court of Protection and mental health law. Benefits include flexible hours and a successful referral bonus.