Senior Lawyer - Adult Social Care

Senior Lawyer – Adult Social Care

Local Government Pension Scheme including 19.5% employer contribution.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Bury Council at a time of growth and transformation. The Legal Services team plays a pivotal role in realising the council's vision, and they are committed to fostering a supportive, collaborative environment where every team member thrives.

At Bury, you’ll find a nurturing atmosphere where you can sharpen your skills, expand your legal expertise, and deliver high-quality legal representation across all council services. With a management team that truly values its staff, you’ll feel empowered to grow and make an impact from day one.

As Senior Lawyer – Adult Social Care you will play a key role in advising on a broad range of matters involving vulnerable adults including Court of Protection matters including complex work and you will also be pivotal in supporting adult social care colleagues.

In this role, you’ll benefit from the support of two dedicated legal officers, allowing you to focus on what truly matters. With this high level of assistance, you can manage your time effectively, prioritize your caseload, and deliver the best possible outcomes for the council and the community.

The role:

• Undertake a caseload of Adult Social care matters
• Provide detailed and accurate advice on the Council’s responsibilities under the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Health and Social Care Act 2008 and Mental Health Act 1983  
• Submit applications to the Court of Protection and High Court, for example COP applications for Deputyship, welfare and best interests, deprivations of liberty, s21a challenges, judicial review and inherent jurisdiction 
• You will be expected to attend court, negotiate, and conduct your own advocacy

About you:

To be successful in securing this position you will:

• Be a qualified solicitor, barrister, or legal executive with up-to-date practicing certificate 
• Possess demonstrable experience of working within and providing advice regarding adult social care
• Be an excellent negotiator, with first rate communication skills at all levels of seniority

Rewarding you:
In return for your expertise and dedication, we offer a range of rewards and benefits, including:

• Competitive salaries and a generous annual leave package.
• Flexible working arrangements to help you maintain work-life balance.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with a substantial 19.5% employer contribution.
• Access to our Employee Support Programme to ensure your well-being.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Starting salary of £49,498 - £50,512 per annum