People Lawyer - West Berkshire (Local Authority role) Initial 3-6 Month Contract Rate: Negotiable (Umbrella) 37 hours per week, remote role Looking for someone who can start ASAP To assist as part of the People Team in the provision of legal advice and support to the Council primarily in one of the area of law covered by the Team on a day to day basis. To represent the Council at Tribunals and/ or Court hearings as required. To carry out such other duties in the Service Unit as demand requires. To support in the provision of Legal Services generally and across teams. To deputise for the Principal Lawyer (People) when required. The People Team provides legal services to the Council, its Committees and Service Units in the fields of Adults Social Care, SEN Tribunals, Children and Family Services (not Public Law childcare matters), Housing, Inquests and Licensing and any such other areas of law as may from time to time be assigned to the team. If you have any questions about this role or wish to apply, please contact isobel@deekay.co.uk who will respond at the earliest convenience.