OverviewSolicitor (Adult Social Care)PAY SCALE: Grade and SCP: Band 13, SCP 45-49£48,710- £52,805CONTRACT: PERMANENT - 32 hoursLOCATION: Hybrid / Shropshire Council Head Office in ShrewsburyCLOSING DATE: 29/10/2025About UsOur vision is - Shropshire living the best life.Shropshire Council is a unitary authority which serves the rural county of Shropshire. One of the most important things about working here is the knowledge that you\'re working to help others and the real sense of achievement and purpose that brings.The people of Shropshire are rightly proud of their county\'s assets, its natural beauty, its history, its diverse economy, its vibrant culture.About the RoleA really exciting opportunity has arisen within Legal, Governance & Planning for a permanent role for a lawyer who specialises in or wishes to develop a career dealing with a varied caseload, covering Adult Social Care legal work. We are currently recruiting a solicitor, barrister, or FILEX to join our busy, friendly, and highly motivated Adult Social Care legal team.The main purpose of the role will be to provide legal advice and representation to Adult Social Care and to advise on Care Act 2014 duties, COP, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Ordinary Residence and Direct Payments. A knowledge of Education and SEND law is desirable.The successful candidates will be expected to hold their own case load and to conduct advocacy when_required.12 months post qualification experience in Adult Social Care law is desirable. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate an ability to work as part of a team, an ability to think on their feet and must have excellent communication skills.About YouThe successful applicant will manage a broad case load of Adult Social Care legal work both within and outside of the court arena. We are looking for a lawyer who is an excellent communicator with the ability to work both independently and as part of a professional team, with excellent client care skills. The successful candidate must be able to manage a full case load of Adult Social Care matters and to deal with conflicting priorities to deadlines.A knowledge of Education and SEND law is desirable.This role is expected to have an \"occasional\" office working status, with the expectation of a physical presence on site in Shropshire for a small number of days each month. In addition, the successful candidate will need to travel to meetings within the county and to court centres across the west midlands and occasionally beyond.BenefitsGenerous annual leave commencing at 28 days increasing with service to 33 days (pro rata for part time). With additional annual leave purchase policy.Access to a benefits platform with a wide range of retail discounts and salary sacrifice schemes (cars, bikes, AVCs).Employer contribution Pension Scheme Shropshire County Pension Fund.Supportive carers and parental policies (maternity, paternity, adoption leave, special leave).Many opportunities for flexible and agile working, we offer a hybrid model of working to promote flexible working around personal and family commitments.Access to counselling and occupational health services.Staff networks.How to ApplyWe would love to get to know you more so please give us a call if you would like to discuss this role or our team. For an informal discussion you can contact Rhian Cains, Legal Team Manager- People on 01743 252742 or Miranda Garrard, Head of Legal and Democratic Services on 01743 252751.When you are ready to apply, you will need to complete the online application form detailing what you can bring to the role which is outlined within the job description and how you meet the job requirements within the person specification. We look forward to hearing from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr