Senior Lawyer – Adults and SEN
Location: Camden, London
Pay Rate: £59.73 per hour (Umbrella)
Sector: Local Authority / Legal Services
About the Role
We are currently recruiting an experienced Senior Lawyer – Adults and Special Educational Needs (SEN) to join a busy local authority legal services team in Camden.
This is an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable and solution-focused legal professional to provide high-quality legal advice and representation across adult social care and special educational needs matters. You will work closely with senior officers, service directorates, elected members and colleagues across Legal Services to support effective decision-making and ensure the Council operates within the law.
The successful candidate will manage a varied and demanding caseload, provide expert legal guidance on complex and potentially contentious matters, and develop innovative, practical solutions that support the Council's priorities.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive, high-quality legal advice on matters relating to Adults and Special Educational Needs (SEN).
* Advise senior officers, service managers and other stakeholders on legal risks, statutory obligations and appropriate courses of action.
* Manage a substantial caseload, ensuring all deadlines, procedural requirements and statutory time limits are met.
* Prepare legal documents, conduct legal research and advise on new legislation, case law, court procedures and regulatory developments.
* Represent the Council in court proceedings and contested matters, undertaking advocacy where appropriate.
* Assess legal risks, make sound decisions on case progression and identify politically sensitive or high-profile matters requiring escalation.
* Build effective working relationships with internal departments, external solicitors, counsel, clients and elected members.
* Support committee meetings, working groups and other Council meetings by preparing reports and providing legal advice.
* Negotiate with external parties and develop practical, proportionate solutions to complex legal issues.
* Work collaboratively with Senior Lawyers, Principal Lawyers and the Head of Legal Services to maintain high standards of legal practice and compliance.
* Provide guidance, mentoring and support to junior colleagues where required.
* Maintain accurate case management recor...
Senior Lawyer - Adults and SEN employer: LinsCare
Join our dedicated team in Colindale, London, where we prioritise a supportive and collaborative work culture that empowers our employees to make a meaningful impact in Adult Social Care. We offer competitive rates, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a commitment to person-centred practices that promote independence and wellbeing for both staff and residents. Experience the satisfaction of working in a role that truly values your expertise and fosters growth within a vibrant community.
