Lawyer - Adult Social Care in City of London

Job description

At Connect2Hackney, we’re proud to support the London Borough of Hackney in building a fairer, safer, and more inclusive borough. Right now, we’re looking for a talented and driven Lawyer – Adult Social Care to join our dynamic in-house legal team on an initial 3 month interim contract.

This is your opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of Hackney’s residents by supporting one of the most vital areas of public service—Adult Social Care.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a key member of our Legal & Governance Services team, you’ll:

• Manage a varied caseload of adult social care matters with minimal supervision.
• Provide clear, consistent, and solution-focused legal advice to internal clients.
• Represent the Council in courts and tribunals, advocating on behalf of vulnerable residents.
• Draft complex legal documents and reports that support sound decision-making.
• Deliver training and briefings to colleagues, Members, and stakeholders.
• Stay ahead of legal developments and ensure Hackney remains compliant and proactive.

Who You’ll Work With

You’ll collaborate with a wide range of professionals across the Council, including senior officers, barristers, external legal partners, and other local authorities. You’ll also play a key role in supporting governance and legal compliance at committee meetings and working groups.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is:

• A qualified solicitor, barrister, or legal executive with relevant experience in adult social care law.
• Confident in advocacy and legal drafting.
• Passionate about public service and committed to Hackney’s values of inclusivity and integrity.
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Able to work flexibly, including occasional evening meetings.

Why Join Hackney?

• Purposeful Work: Every case you handle helps protect and empower vulnerable adults in our community.
• Supportive Culture: Be part of an ambitious, agile legal team that values collaboration and continuous learning.
• Flexible Working: We support hybrid working and offer a healthy work-life balance.
• Career Growth: Access to professional development, mentoring, and opportunities to broaden your legal expertise.

If you’re ready to bring your legal expertise to a borough that’s bold, diverse, and forward-thinking, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the future of Adult Social Care in Hackney.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

17-07-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English