Local Authority Lawyer (Social Services): West Yorkshire

Hays Legal; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A northern-based local authority is looking for a Specialist Lawyer for Social Services to join their expanding legal team. The role involves supporting safeguarding cases, providing legal advice, and attending court hearings. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive environment with career advancement potential.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for skill development

Career advancement

Qualifications

• Experience in adult safeguarding and childcare protection law.
• Strong academic record and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the legal department with safeguarding cases.
• Provide legal advice to council committees and appeals panels.
• Attend court hearings across the local area.

Skills

Communication

Public Law

Education

Qualified lawyer with a valid practising certificate

Job description

Job Title: Specialist Lawyer - Social Services

Northern-based local authority, committed to serving the community with a strong social purpose. The office is conveniently located, easily accessible from Leeds, Sheffield, and Manchester train stations. The council's in-house legal team is expanding and seeks specialist lawyers to support social services.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support the legal department with adult and child safeguarding cases.
2. Provide legal advice to council committees and appeals panels.
3. Attend court hearings, including family courts across the local area.

Requirements:

1. Qualified lawyer with a valid practising certificate.
2. Experience in adult safeguarding, childcare protection law, and Court of Protection matters.
3. Strong academic record and excellent communication skills.
4. Good understanding of public law and safeguarding procedures.

What We Offer:

A supportive, well-structured working environment with diverse and challenging tasks. Opportunities to broaden your skills, work with an experienced team, and advance your career within a modern legal services team.

Application Process:

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