Senior Lawyer - Adult Social Care | Huntingdon / Hybrid | up to £60,300 per annum
This is an excellent opportunity to take on a leadership role, combining complex casework with team management responsibilities within an established public sector legal team.
The Firm:
The client is a respected legal services provider supporting public sector organisations. They are known for delivering high-quality, innovative legal advice across community care, health, and litigation matters, with a strong focus on collaboration, development, and client service excellence.
The Role:
The successful Senior Lawyer will lead and manage a team of legal professionals while handling complex and high-value matters. This role involves advising public sector clients on adult social care and community care law, alongside contributing to business development, training, and strategic growth.
Key Responsibilities:
* Managing and supervising a team of solicitors, trainees, and paralegals
* Handling complex adult social care and community care matters
* Providing expert legal advice to public sector clients
* Conducting advocacy in courts and tribunals where required
* Supporting recruitment, appraisals, and team development
* Delivering training and legal briefings to clients and stakeholders
* Supporting business development and strengthening client relationships
* Ensuring compliance with SRA, Lexcel, and internal standards
About You :
* Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive
* Strong experience in adult social care /community care law
* Experience of advocacy and knowledge of Court of Protection and Civil Procedure Rules
* Experience of judicial review proceedings
* Proven ability to manage, supervise, and develop a team
* Strong communication, organisation, and decision-making skills
* Ability to manage complex caseloads and competing priorities
Salary and Benefits :
* £52,400 - £60,300 per annum
* Flexible and hybrid working options
* Award winning 22% pension
* Opportunity to work across multiple office locations
* Leadership and career progression opportunities
* Exposure to high-quality, complex public sector work
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
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