Senior Adult Social Care Lawyer - Lead Team (Hybrid)

Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Yorkshire is seeking a qualified Adult Social Care Lawyer for the Principal Adult Lawyer role. This opportunity offers a competitive salary between £52,000 - £59,000 per annum along with flexible hybrid working. As a Principal, you will manage a small team, handle complex adult social care cases, and lead on team improvement initiatives. This role also provides excellent training, generous annual leave, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Legal assistant support

Fantastic training and development opportunities

Competitive salary

Local government pension scheme

Flexible and hybrid working

Generous annual leave allowance

Flexi time

Salary sacrifice scheme for extra leave

Family friendly policies

Discounts on parking

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Barrister is required.
• Good understanding of COP and Adult Social Care law is beneficial.
• Previous management experience is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Line manage a small number of lawyers.
• Handle a caseload of ASC matters.
• Provide advocacy in court.
• Assist team with complex matters.
• Lead on team improvement.

Skills

Understanding of COP

Experience in Adult Social Care law

Legal management skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister

Job description

A local authority in Yorkshire is seeking a qualified Adult Social Care Lawyer for the Principal Adult Lawyer role. This opportunity offers a competitive salary between £52,000 - £59,000 per annum along with flexible hybrid working. As a Principal, you will manage a small team, handle complex adult social care cases, and lead on team improvement initiatives. This role also provides excellent training, generous annual leave, and a supportive working environment.