Senior Adult Social Care Solicitor | Flexible Hours

Leicester City Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the East Midlands is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Adult Social Care Solicitor. This role involves managing a diverse caseload of adult social care matters, providing quality legal advice, and undertaking advocacy for the Council. The ideal candidate will have post-qualification experience in this field, strong communication skills, and the ability to work well with clients. The position comes with competitive salary and benefits, including training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexi-time scheme

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Post qualification experience of adult social care cases including mental health and community care.
• Demonstrable advocacy, negotiating and advisory skills.
• Strong organisational skills and pro-active approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support on adult social care matters.
• Undertake advocacy for the Council.
• Manage a diverse caseload effectively.

Skills

Advocacy

Negotiation

Advisory skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Post qualification experience in adult social care

Job description

A local council in the East Midlands is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Adult Social Care Solicitor. This role involves managing a diverse caseload of adult social care matters, providing quality legal advice, and undertaking advocacy for the Council. The ideal candidate will have post-qualification experience in this field, strong communication skills, and the ability to work well with clients. The position comes with competitive salary and benefits, including training opportunities.