Adult Social Care Lawyer - Reed : Job Details

• Annual Salary: £45,718 - £49,764
• Location: Sheffield
• Job Type: Hybrid (flexibility to work from home and attend the office weekly)

Join our Legal Services team as an Adult Social Care Lawyer, where you will play a crucial role in providing expert legal advice, representation, and advocacy across a wide range of adult social care matters. This position offers the opportunity to directly influence outcomes for some of Sheffield’s most vulnerable residents.

• Deliver legal support on complex issues under the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Mental Health Act 1983.
• Conduct litigation and advocacy in courts and tribunals, including Court of Protection proceedings.
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, statements, instructions to counsel, and settlement agreements.
• Advise on safeguarding, deprivation of liberty, ordinary residence disputes, and unpaid care home fees.
• Support the Council’s statutory and strategic functions through high-quality legal advice.
• Represent the Council at committees, boards, and external meetings.
• Mentor colleagues and contribute to training and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or FCILEX with strong technical knowledge in adult social care law.
• At least three years’ post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience in community care law, litigation, and advocacy.
• Strong analytical and drafting skills.
• A collaborative and innovative approach to legal practice.
• Commitment to fairness, inclusion, and continuous professional development.

• Generous Annual Leave: Starting at 26 days (plus bank holidays), rising to 31 days after five years. Options to buy extra leave or take career breaks.
• Outstanding Pension Contributions: 19% employer contribution via the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Flexible Working: Hybrid working, part-time roles, job shares, and term-time only options.
• Health and Wellbeing Support: Occupational Health, eye care vouchers, and a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (PAM).
• Inclusive Culture: Join employee networks and equality hubs to connect and contribute.
• Learning and Development: Access to e-learning, coaching, and professional development resources.