Locum Adult Social Care Lawyer

Venn Group - Birmingham; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in East Anglia is seeking a Locum Adult Social Care Lawyer for a 6-month position, predominantly remote. The ideal candidate will handle Adult Social Care matters and represent the Council in court. This role offers an hourly rate of up to £55. Interested candidates can apply or contact relevant representatives for more details.

Qualifications

• Experience with Adult Social Care matters.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload.
• Experience in representing councils in court.

Responsibilities

• Undertake all aspects of legal work relating to Adult Social Care Legislation.
• Liaise and work collaboratively with other legal representatives.
• Prepare and manage a varied caseload.
• Represent the Council in court as needed.

Skills

Legal work related to Adult Social Care

Collaboration with legal representatives

Court representation

Job description

Overview

Locum Adult Social Lawyer – 6 months + – Full Time – Predominantly Remote Working – Up to £55 per hour – East Anglia

Position: Locum Adult Social Care Lawyer

Organisation: East Anglia based Local Authority

Duration: 6 months with the possibility of extension thereafter

Working Pattern: Full Time

Working Arrangement: Predominantly remote, Court/Office attendance when required

Hourly Rate: Up to £55 per hour Umbrella

The ideal candidate will have experience in handling Adult Social Care matters and can demonstrate prior experience working on behalf of Local Authorities.

Duties may include:

• Undertake all aspects of legal work relating to Adult Social Care Legislation, including, but not limited to, Court of Protection, Section 21a, and Section 16, the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Mental Health Act 1983
• Liaise and work collaboratively with other legal representatives
• To prepare and manage a varied caseload in relation to all aspects of Adult Social Care matters
• Represent the Council in court and may need to conduct advocacy when required (online hearings)

If you’re interested in this Locum Adult Social Care Lawyer position, you can apply for this role online or contact Sam Cox or Amelia Thomas directly via phone or email for further information on:

[e-mail] or [e-mail]

07441916435

Job Reference: J91770

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.

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