Service Care Solutions are working with the Scottish Government to find an interim solicitor to support a hardworking team. This is a temporary contract position for a solicitor who is available and has some experience to support within the Benefits and Operations Branch/Social Security Futures of this department's Social Security Legal Services Unit. The successful candidate will provide legal advice to Social Security Scotland and Social Security Policy Division on the development of new and evolving policies in connection with devolved benefits.
This vacancy for a Social Security Solicitor is available on a temporary contract basis of 6-7 months with possible extension. Also, a competitive LTD day rate between: £294 - £350. The position is based in Edinburgh and is offered on a hybrid working basis, working between home and the office.
Responsibilities
* Advise on and draft secondary legislation in relation to benefits delivered under the Social Security (Scotland) Act 2018.
* Provide legal advice to Social Security Scotland and Social Security Policy Division on cross-cutting operational policy matters.
* Provide legal advice to Social Security Scotland's Decision Support Team on casework at first determination and re-determination stages.
* Work flexibly across the Unit, with a particular focus on providing legal advice to support policy development and drafting legislation.
* Provide input to Appeals Branch colleagues as required.
Qualifications and Experience
* Advocate or solicitor admitted in Scotland.
* A knowledge of law as it affects government in Scotland.
* The ability to manage information and interpret data to make sound decisions and provide clear and high-quality legal advice.
* Strong interpersonal skills, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
* The ability to organise and manage own workload flexibly to manage risk and respond to competing priorities effectively.
* Experience of legal drafting.
Benefits
* Competitive day rate.
* Hybrid working.
* Working with Scottish Government.
Closing date will be Friday 15th November 2024.
Application Process
If you are a Scottish qualified Solicitor and would like to apply for the Social Security solicitor vacancy, please submit your CV to Beth Kirby via email at beth.kirby@servicecare.org.uk, or via phone at 01772208969. We also offer a referral bonus of up to £250 if you know someone looking for work. Please pass on this information!
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