Location: Sheffield Hours: 9:00am 5:00pm Contract: 02/01/2026 to 27/02/2026 An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Locum Adult Social Care Lawyer to support a busy local authority legal team during a period of increased caseload.
Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.
The role will focus on adult social care matters and requires prior experience working within a local authority Adult Social Care legal team.
The successful candidate will be able to manage a high-volume caseload efficiently and work collaboratively with colleagues across legal and operational services.
Key responsibilities include: Managing a varied caseload of adult social care matters Providing legal advice and support to social care teams Supporting the legal team with casework arising from increased demand Working to tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and professional standards Key requirements: Qualified solicitor, barrister or legal executive Proven experience within a local authority xkybehq Adult Social Care legal team Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities Strong communication and organisational skills This is a short-term locum assignment suited to an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer who can provide immediate support to a busy team.