Public Sector Solicitor – Social Care (Contract)

Civic Recruitment Limited; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited seeks a qualified Solicitor to join a 3‑month contract with a local authority in Bexleyheath. The role handles children’s and adults’ social care, health and related matters, with duties including court appearances and drafting legal documents.

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, provide concise legal advice, and support the Legal Services function in delivering efficient, client‑focused services. 40 hours weekly, based at Civic Offices.

Qualifications

• PQE of 2+ years in a relevant legal area.
• Experience handling complex matters within a specialist field.
• Ability to manage a high-volume and diverse caseload.
• Strong track record of meeting tight deadlines and prioritising workloads.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of complex legal matters with minimal supervision.
• Provide clear, accurate, and practical legal advice to clients.
• Conduct legal proceedings, including attendance at courts, tribunals, hearings, and inquiries.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, agreements, and pleadings.
• Undertake legal research to support casework and ongoing projects.
• Ensure all work is completed efficiently, accurately, and within deadlines.
• Keep senior colleagues informed of progress, risks, and key developments.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Court proceedings

Client advisory

Education

Qualified Solicitor / Barrister / CILEx

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited seeks a qualified Solicitor to join a 3‑month contract with a local authority in Bexleyheath. The role handles children’s and adults’ social care, health and related matters, with duties including court appearances and drafting legal documents.

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, provide concise legal advice, and support the Legal Services function in delivering efficient, client‑focused services. 40 hours weekly, based at Civic Offices.