Social Care Solicitor

Law Staff Legal Recruitment Ltd; Longstanton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Supervising Solicitor for their Community Care team. This role involves managing a diverse caseload in community care law, offering a supportive working environment with clear progression opportunities. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience and a strong commitment to publicly funded work.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Private Healthcare

Bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in social welfare law and Court of Protection matters.
• Experience gained within a reputable legal practice.
• Strong commitment to publicly funded legal work.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse and challenging caseload in community care law.
• Handle Judicial Review challenges against unlawful local authority decisions.
• Assist with applications for social services support and assessments.
• Manage Court of Protection proceedings for vulnerable adults.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client care

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Team leadership

Education

Qualified solicitor with minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience

Job description

Supervising Solicitor – Community Care Team. Are you seeking to work in a supportive and positive work environment that offers a clear pathway for progression and a commitment to internal promotion?

Join Our Clients Award-Winning Legal Team in Central London
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives through community care law? We're seeking an experienced Supervising Solicitor to join our clients thriving Community Care team in their Central London Office. Working within an established Team and surrounded by reputable Lawyers. Our client offers Hybrid working with a array of benefits including Private Healthcare and Bonuses.

About Our Client
Law Staff is pleased to present this opportunity with a Legal 500 and Chambers UK recommended firm dedicated to ensuring access to justice for all. This multi-service practice covers criminal defence, family law, housing, civil liberties, and human rights, with a strong commitment to publicly funded work that serves the community.

The Social Care Solicitor Role:

This full-time position as a Supervising Solicitor in Community Care offers the opportunity to manage a diverse and challenging caseload within our dynamic and expanding team. You'll be at the forefront of community care law, handling:

• Judicial Review challenges against unlawful local authority decisions
• Applications for social services support and assessments
• Court of Protection proceedings for vulnerable adults
• Complaints and litigation against local authorities and NHS bodies

What we are looking for in theSocial Care Solicitor role:
Essential Requirements:

• Qualified solicitor with minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience
• Proven track record in social welfare law and Court of Protection matters
• Experience gained within a reputable legal practice
• Strong commitment to publicly funded legal work

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Exceptional attention to detail with ability to work independently
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• Strong IT proficiency and case management abilities
• Resilience to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Collaborative team player with leadership potential

What is on Offer for theSocial Care Solicitor role:

• Supportive and positive working environment
• Clear progression pathways with our commitment to internal promotion
• Exposure to leading industry specialists and cutting-edge cases
• Competitive salary and benefits package tailored to your experience
• Professional development opportunities within an award-winning firm
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the community care sector