Adult Social Care Solicitor
Posted 1 week ago by Jobserve
Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
Manchester, Lancashire
Summary: The role of Adult Social Care Solicitor involves providing legal expertise in the Adult Social Care sector for a local authority in Greater Manchester. The position requires handling a high caseload and advising on legislative changes while ensuring compliance with legal requirements. This is a six-month contract with the potential for extension, offering a competitive hourly rate. The role also includes hybrid working arrangements and flexible hours.
Key Responsibilities:
- Research and interpret legislation and any changes in legislation relating to the post holder's main activities and advise thereon. Ensure that all forms of contracts, deeds, documentation and procedures used are updated in the interests of the Council to accord with legislative changes and case law and conform to current legal requirements and best practice.
- Attend Court with Counsel as instructing representative if required.
- Able to handle a high caseload in Adult social care from start to completion.
- Provide expert advice and guidance as appropriate for your own area of expertise.
Key Skills:
- Experience as an advocate in Court of Protection
- Has worked in the Adult Social Care legal team for the local authority.
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with at least 3 years' experience in Adult social care law.
Salary (Rate): £60.00 Hourly
City: Manchester
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Legal
Service care solutions are currently working alongside a popular local authority, based in Greater Manchester, which is seeking an Adult Social Care Solicitor to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to progress in your career and gain experience in the Adult Social Care industry.This role pays a competitive rate of:PAYE (Inc.Hol) - £48.41- £53.28 per hour Umbrella - £55 - £60 per hourThis role is on a 6 months contract with potential to extend.
Responsibilities as an Adult Social Care Solicitor:- Research and interpret legislation and any changes in legislation relating to the post holder's main activities and advise thereon. Ensure that all forms of contracts, deeds, documentation and procedures used are updated in the interests of the Council to accord with legislative changes and case law and conform to current legal requirements and best practice.
- Attend Court with Counsel as instructing representative if required.
- Able to handle a high caseload in Adult social care from start to completion.
- Provide expert advice and guidance as appropriate for your own area of expertise.
- Experience as an advocate in Court of Protection
- Has worked in the Adult Social Care legal team for the local authority.
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with at least 3 years' experience in Adult social care law.
- Hybrid working
- Weekly Pay
- Flexible Hours
If this Adult Social Care Solicitor position is right for you or someone you may know, don't hesitate to get in touch with Aanisah Khan via email .uk or via phone on .We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.