Social Care Lawyer

Company: Law Staff Ltd
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Location: Huntingdon
Job Description:

Senior Lawyer – Adult Social Care role The role offers Flexible and hybrid working options, an award winning 22% pension and the opportunity to work across multiple office locations with leadership and career progression opportunities.

If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.

Our client is seeking a Senior Lawyer – Adult Social Care to join their established public sector legal team. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a leadership role, combining complex casework with team management responsibilities. 

About the FirmOur 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.

Social Care Lawyer position overview:

The successful Senior Lawyer – Adult Social Care 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 of the Social Care Lawyer:

Managing and supervising a team of solicitors, trainees, and paralegalsHandling complex adult social care and community care mattersProviding expert legal advice to public sector clientsConducting advocacy in courts and tribunals where requiredSupporting recruitment, appraisals, and team developmentDelivering training and legal briefings to clients and stakeholdersSupporting business development and strengthening client relationshipsEnsuring compliance with SRA, Lexcel, and internal standardsRequirements of the Social Care Lawyer:

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal ExecutiveStrong experience in adult social care /community care lawExperience of advocacy and knowledge of Court of Protection and Civil Procedure RulesExperience of judicial review proceedingsProven ability to manage, supervise, and develop a teamStrong communication, organisation, and decision-making skillsAbility to manage complex caseloads and competing prioritiesThe Benefits of the Social Care Lawyer role:

Competitive salary £50,000 – £60,000Flexible and hybrid working optionsAward winning 22% pensionOpportunity to work across multiple office locationsLeadership and career progression opportunitiesExposure to high-quality, complex public sector workSupportive and collaborative working environmentIf you’re a Social Care Lawyer, ready for your next step, apply today. xwzovoh Alternatively, contact Marcus Stevens Senior Recruiter at Law Staff, quoting reference 37729.

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Posted: May 30th, 2026