Lawyer

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority legal services team is seeking a locum Adult Social Care lawyer to join their Safeguarding Team. This role involves various aspects of Adult social care work, such as Court of Protection and safeguarding matters. The ideal candidate is a qualified legal professional with experience in this area, strong commitment to quality legal advice, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a flexible working model with a supportive environment.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Talent development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Adult Social Care work.
• Strong commitment to delivering quality legal advice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Adult social care work, including various legal matters.
• Contribute to the delivery of quality legal advice.
• Support talent development and innovation within the organization.

Skills

Adult Social Care work

Court of Protection knowledge

DOLs

S21A applications

Strong communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX

Job description

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Enfield Legal Services is seeking a locum Adult Social Care lawyer to join our Safeguarding Team. The role involves undertaking Adult social care work, including Court of Protection, DOLs, S21A applications, safeguarding, homelessness, care act, education, Judicial review matters, leaving care rights, s17 Children act, Mental Health Act, and other types of adult social care work. This opportunity is open to Solicitors, Barristers, or Fellows of CILEX. The successful candidate will join a friendly, committed, and highly regarded in-house legal team, contributing to the delivery of quality legal advice and making a real impact on the quality of life and sustainability of the borough. We promote a collaborative and flexible working environment and welcome applications from all members of the community. Our organization values talent development, encourages innovation, and provides a supportive working environment. If you are a talented and ambitious legal professional looking to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. This role is classified as a flexible worker position, requiring 2 days of office attendance per week. However, during the probationary period, office attendance may be up to 5 days per week to support learning and assist the post holder in excelling in the role.

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX
  
• Experience in Adult Social Care work
  
• Knowledge of Court of Protection, DOLs, S21A applications, safeguarding, homelessness, care act, education, Judicial review matters, leaving care rights, s17 Children act, Mental Health Act, and other relevant areas
  
• Strong commitment to delivering quality legal advice
  
• Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  
• Willingness to support talent development and innovation within the organization
  

Job Description

1 month contract with local authority

Enfield Legal Services is seeking a locum Adult Social Care lawyer to join our Safeguarding Team. The role involves undertaking Adult social care work, including Court of Protection, DOLs, S21A applications, safeguarding, homelessness, care act, education, Judicial review matters, leaving care rights, s17 Children act, Mental Health Act, and other types of adult social care work. This opportunity is open to Solicitors, Barristers, or Fellows of CILEX. The successful candidate will join a friendly, committed, and highly regarded in-house legal team, contributing to the delivery of quality legal advice and making a real impact on the quality of life and sustainability of the borough. We promote a collaborative and flexible working environment and welcome applications from all members of the community. Our organization values talent development, encourages innovation, and provides a supportive working environment. If you are a talented and ambitious legal professional looking to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. This role is classified as a flexible worker position, requiring 2 days of office attendance per week. However, during the probationary period, office attendance may be up to 5 days per week to support learning and assist the post holder in excelling in the role.

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX
  
• Experience in Adult Social Care work
  
• Knowledge of Court of Protection, DOLs, S21A applications, safeguarding, homelessness, care act, education, Judicial review matters, leaving care rights, s17 Children act, Mental Health Act, and other relevant areas
  
• Strong commitment to delivering quality legal advice
  
• Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  
• Willingness to support talent development and innovation within the organization
  

Requirements
Requirements: Admitted to the SRA or FCilex Proven experience as a practicing lawyer Strong analytical and research skills Excellent written and verbal communication abilities Ability to work independently and in a team Sound knowledge of legal procedures and regulations