Senior Lawyer (Adult Social Care) - Full-time, Permanent, Hybrid Shape the future of Adult Social Care law in a dynamic local authority setting.
About the Role
Join a forward-thinking local authority legal team dedicated to delivering high-quality legal services that positively impact the community. As a Senior Lawyer (Adult Social Care), you will play a key role in advising on complex legal matters and handling a varied caseload.
Key Responsibilities
Provide expert legal advice and representation on adult social care matters to Council Members and Officers.
Lead and manage a diverse caseload, drafting complex legal documents and preparing instructions for Counsel.
Offer legal guidance on major council projects, ensuring compliance and risk management.
Represent the Council at meetings, committees, and panels, delivering procedural and constitutional advice.
Support and mentor junior legal team members, deputising for the Principal Adult Social Care Lawyer as required.
Keep abreast of legislative changes, case law, and policy updates, delivering training sessions to internal teams.
Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance service delivery.
About You
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