Neway International are seeking a Safeguarding Lawyer to join our client based with Thurrock Council.
Start Date: 01 December 2025
Hours: 35 per week
Pay Rates: PAYE: £42.74 per hour Limited/Umbrella: £55.00 per hour
Job Description
Thurrock Council is seeking an experienced Safeguarding Lawyer to join the Legal Services team within Corporate Services > Governance > Legal. This temporary role will provide cover for a secondment and ensure the effective delivery of safeguarding and social care legal matters.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and conduct cases within the legal team relating to social care matters.
* Represent the Council before the High Court, County Court, Magistrates Court, Inquiries, and Tribunals, including advocacy and instructing counsel where appropriate.
* Provide advice and manage both contentious and non-contentious legal matters referred by the Principal Lawyer or Team Leader.
* Assist with the instruction and supervision of other legal staff as required.
* Keep the Principal Lawyer and Team Leader fully informed on case progress and support monitoring arrangements.
* Act in the name of the Director of Law and Governance, maintaining recognised standards of professional conduct.
* Promote and ensure compliance with Thurrock Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy and Diversity Strategy.
* Ensure adherence to Health and Safety legislation and council policies.
* Contribute to service plan objectives and participate in performance reviews and development activities.
* Undertake other duties consistent with the role as directed by senior management.
Requirements
* Qualified solicitor, barrister, legal executive, or admitted lawyer to a recognised professional body.
* Strong knowledge and experience in safeguarding and social care law.
* Proven ability to conduct advocacy and instruct counsel in complex cases.
* Excellent communication and advisory skills, with the ability to manage varied legal matters.
* Commitment to equal opportunities, diversity, and professional standards.
* Ability to work collaboratively within a busy legal team.
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