Locum Adult Social Care Solicitor
| Posting date: | 04 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £400.0 to £430.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | Umbrella Rate |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 February 2026 |
| Location: | London, London, W6 9LD |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 4 days per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 4767597_1770200991 |
Summary
Your new company
A local authority legal team is seeking an experienced Adult Social Care Solicitor to join on a rolling contract with a long-term outlook. You'll be joining a supportive, highly collaborative in‑house environment handling impactful Adult Social Care work at a busy time for the department.
Your new role
You'll provide specialist legal advice across Adult Social Care services with a strong focus on Court of Protection matters. Key responsibilities include:
- Advising ASC services on a full range of Care Act and Mental Capacity Act issues
- Managing Court of Protection cases (including drafting applications and orders)
- Instructing and liaising with counsel
- Handling ordinary residence, funding disputes, and Mental Health Act queries
- Running professionals' meetings and engaging directly with internal clients
- Monitoring relevant case law and providing practical updates to colleagues
This is a hands‑on role in a busy team where you'll be trusted to work autonomously from day one.
What you'll need to succeed
- Qualified Solicitor/Barrister/CILEX
- Strong Local Authority legal experience (essential)
- Solid background in Adult Social Care law & Court of Protection work (including Care Act 2014, Mental Health Act 1986)
- Ability to manage a fast-moving caseload with minimal supervision
- Confident communicator able to advise non‑lawyers clearly and pragmatically
What you'll get in return
- Rolling contract with long‑term potential
- Immediate start
- Competitive day rate
- Flexible working and a supportive in‑house environment
- High‑impact legal work that makes a real difference
What you need to do now
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