Lawyer

Location: Hybrid – West MallingSalary/package: £42,000 – £46,000 per annumContract type: PermanentHours: Full time – 37 hours per weekJoin the Community Care legal team at Invicta Law – a people-focused, purpose-driven organisation that makes a real difference in local communities. This is a rewarding opportunity for a qualified lawyer to work on impactful adult social care cases, especially in the Court of Protection.Who we are Invicta Law is a specialist legal services provider and proud member of Commercial Services Group, which is one of the largest trading organisations of its kind in the UK. We provide expert legal advice to the public and third sector, with a mission to deliver high-quality, cost-effective legal services that support and protect the communities we serve. Within our experienced and supportive Community Care Group, we focus on safeguarding the rights and wellbeing of vulnerable adults through dedicated legal expertise.Why this role matters This role plays a crucial part in supporting local authorities to comply with their adult social care legal duties. You will lead and manage legal proceedings in the Court of Protection and provide expert advice on critical areas of adult social care law. Your work will directly contribute to the protection of vulnerable individuals and the delivery of high-quality public services.What you’ll be doing Act in Court of Protection proceedings, particularly relating to welfare and deprivation of liberty.Draft applications, file evidence and prepare for hearings on behalf of local authority clients.Provide legal advice on adult social care law, particularly mental capacity, and potentially safeguarding, mental health, and community care.Manage a busy caseload with minimal supervision while maintaining high professional standards.Build and maintain strong client relationships based on trust and reliability.Time-record accurately and manage workload efficiently to meet deadlines.Ensure all legal work complies with SRA standards and ethics.What we’re looking forQualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (including NQs).Solid experience in adult social care law, including mental capacity and Court of Protection work.Excellent drafting and communication skills across written and verbal formats.Proven ability to manage confidential and sensitive information appropriately.Confident in file management and legal research.Commercially aware and customer-focused approach.Advocacy experience desirable but not essentialResilient, motivated, and adaptable team player.What you’ll get in returnSalary of £42,000 – £46,000 per annum (depending on experience)30 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and a discretionary extra day at ChristmasLife assurance cover (4x salary)Pension scheme with up to 7.5% employer contributionAdditional benefits including retail and gym discounts, health cash plan and cycle to work schemeTailored learning and development support with real opportunities to progressWhy CSG?Commercial Services Group (CSG) is the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading company (LATCO), generating over £800 million in revenue and supporting 16,000 education and public sector customers worldwide. With more than 1,800 employees across the UK, France, Dubai and Bangkok, we are working towards becoming the global leader in education and public sector solutions.We are expanding rapidly, with annual growth of around 25 percent, supported by a blend of organic development, acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Our 33 trading businesses deliver a wide range of services including education management, IT, HR, legal, energy, procurement and supplies.CSG is wholly owned by local authorities, and a significant proportion of our profits is reinvested into frontline public services. Over £77 million has already been returned, reflecting our commitment to combining commercial performance with meaningful social impact.Inclusion & AccessibilityWe are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from suitably qualified people of all backgrounds.We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our application and interview process; please let us know if you require any.