Adults Housing & Litigation Lawyer (Grade 9)
Somerset Council
Role
Who You Are
You are a dedicated and detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of Adult Social Care and Education law. You are keen on developing professional relationships and are comfortable working under the supervision of more senior lawyers. Your proactive attitude helps in maintaining effective communication and synergy within the team.
What the job involves
Your day-to-day work will involve handling a mixed caseload related to Adult Social Care and Education, including advocacy. You will engage in timely and effective liaison with support staff to maintain cohesive team dynamics. Additionally, you will work on developing effective working relationships with the Principal Lawyer, other members of the Social Care Legal team, key stakeholders, and client departments. You will strive to acquire, develop, and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the client’s business needs and objectives, ensuring this knowledge is shared and understood across the team.
Skills
- Understanding of Adult Social Care and Education law
- Effective communication and liaison skills
- Relationship building with stakeholders
- Ability to work under supervision
- Proactive and detail-oriented approach