Senior Lawyer – Litigation (Safeguarding)

Reference: Job ID: Posted: Closing date: Location: HuddersfieldSalary: Up to 51k (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full time / Flexible workingIndustry: Legal / Public Sector / Not For ProfitCompany: HaysConsultant: Libby SmithHays office: Manchester — 5th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly PlazaPhone: Email: new companyThis is an excellent opportunity to join a large and well-regarded public sector legal team in West Yorkshire. The organisation is continuing to modernise and grow its legal services function, with a strong emphasis on delivering high-quality support to frontline safeguarding services. You will be part of a collaborative and supportive environment where your work will have a direct impact on protecting vulnerable individuals within the community.There are two positions in this team available, either on a full-time or part-time (24 hours) basis.Your new roleYou will join a specialist Safeguarding team, managing your own caseload and providing legal advice on a range of complex matters relating to adult social care.For those working in adult-focused roles, your caseload will primarily involve litigation in the Court of Protection, including:Managing cases from inception through to conclusionProviding clear and practical legal advice to clientsConducting your own advocacy at hearingsInstructing counsel where requiredThis is a varied role, offering a mix of remote working, office attendance, and travel to courts and other locations.What you'll need to succeedYou will be a qualified (or soon to qualify) Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEx Fellow with relevant litigation and advocacy rights.You should ideally have experience in one or more of the following areas:Court of Protection / Mental Capacity Act 2005Care Act 2014Mental Health Act 1983Community care lawAdvocacy within safeguarding or family proceedingsPublic law, including judicial reviewNewly qualified candidates with relevant training and a strong interest in safeguarding law are encouraged to apply.What you'll get in returnHybrid and flexible working arrangementsGenerous annual leaveLocal Government Pension SchemeExceptional maternity and paternity leave policiesCycle to work scheme and travel discountsAccess to employee healthcare servicesWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # - Libby Smith