Solicitor (Adults Social Care)

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  • Job type

    Contract
  • Location

    Birmingham
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Public Sector / Not For Profit
  • Industry

    Government & Public Services
  • Pay

    £300-£400 per day (inside IR35)

Interim Solicitor, Adults Social Care, Birmingham, Solihull, £300-£400 per day (inside IR35)

Your new company
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council, in partnership with Hays, are looking to recruit a locum solicitor on a temporary basis. The local authority works to provide essential services for residents in Solihull.

Your new role
Solihull Council is looking for an experienced solicitor to work in the Adult Social Care division. You will undertake a variety of court-based litigation, legal policy and procedure work relating to Adult Social Care matters. This role is looking to start from the end of September 2024 until the beginning of January 2025. You will work to deal with Court of Protection Proceedings, ordinary residence, and the funding and charging for disputes. You will also handle advisory work relating to the Care Act 2014, Mental Health and Mental Capacity Acts.


What you'll need to succeed
In this role, you will need:
  • Legal qualifications (as a solicitor, barrister, or legal executive)
  • Experience in Adult Social Care law
  • Strong working knowledge of Court of Protection Proceedings
You will also need to provide 2 recent employment references. No DBS or driving checks will be required for this role.

What you'll get in return
Working with Hays, you will receive a bespoke specialist recruitment service with your own personal consultant. In addition, you will receive:
  • Specialist in Legal and Public Sector Jobs
  • Recruitment partner for Birmingham, Sandwell, Solihull and Coventry Councils
  • Exclusive access to the latest public sector vacancies
  • Support for CV writing and interview skills
  • Option for PAYE or Umbrella payroll
  • You will be offered a competitive salary, dependent on experience.


What you need to do now

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