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2–3-month contract role with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

•We are seeking a qualified Lawyer to support Adult Social Care within a busy local authority legal team.

•The role involves managing a varied caseload, providing high-quality legal advice, and representing the Council in courts and tribunals.

•You will play a key role in delivering legal services aligned with corporate objectives while supporting vulnerable adults and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

•Manage a caseload of routine and complex legal matters with minimal supervision.

•Provide clear, accurate, and practical legal advice to Council departments.

•Represent the Council in courts, tribunals, and external meetings where required.

•Draft legal documents, reports, and correspondence to a high standard.

•Conduct legal research and analyse legislation relevant to Adult Social Care.

•Maintain case records and meet chargeable hours targets using case management systems.

•Deliver training sessions, briefings, and legal updates to internal stakeholders.

•Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and professional standards (Lexcel, SRA rules).

•Liaise with internal departments, barristers, external solicitors, and stakeholders.

•Support junior staff and contribute to team development where required.

•Keep up to date with legal developments and assess their impact on Council services.

Skills/Experience:

•Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEx (England & Wales).

•Strong experience in Adult Social Care law (essential).

•Experience within a local authority or public sector legal team.

•Proven ability to manage a complex legal caseload independently.

•Advocacy experience in courts and tribunals.

•Strong drafting and legal research skills.

•Experience using case management systems.

•Knowledge of local government law and procedures.

•Ability to meet chargeable hours targets.

•Strong client care and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

•High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

Additional Information:

•Bi-Weekly Payments.

•Location: Hackney, London.

•Contract: Temporary (approx. 3 months).

•Rate: £50.00 per hour Umbrella.

•Compliance: Enhanced (DBS may be required).

•Some evening meetings may be required.

•Hybrid/office-based working depending on service needs.

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