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Your next role It’s time for the next step. You’ve earned it. Apply for this role We've got your back. An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer to join a Local Authority legal team on a fully remote basis. This role offers the chance to work on a rewarding and varied caseload, supporting vulnerable adults and advising on complex social care matters within a collaborative public sector environment. The successful candidate will provide legal advice across a broad range of adult social care matters, working closely with adult services, safeguarding teams and senior officers. Duties will include: • Managing a caseload of adult social care and Court of Protection matters • Advising on Care Act responsibilities and safeguarding issues • Conducting and advising on Deprivation of Liberty matters and related applications • Supporting Mental Capacity Act matters and best interests decisions • Providing legal advice to social workers, officers and senior stakeholders • Drafting applications, witness statements and legal documentation • Representing the Authority in court hearings and tribunals where appropriate • Advising on ordinary residence, funding disputes and judicial review matters where required • Ensuring legal compliance and providing pragmatic, solution-focused advice Candidate Requirements Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors, Barristers or Chartered Legal Executives with relevant adult social care experience. The ideal candidate will have: • Strong knowledge of adult social care law, the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act • Experience handling Court of Protection matters • Previous Local Authority or public sector experience is desirable • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills • The ability to manage a varied caseload independently • A practical and proactive approach to problem-solving What’s on Offer • Fully remote working • Flexible working arrangements • Supportive and experienced legal team • Interesting and meaningful public sector work • Competitive salary/rate depending on experience Senior Consultant | Legal Muhammad Ibrahim Kayani A former law graduate himself, Muhammad joined our legal team here at Oyster in 2024. His understanding of the constantly evolving legal environment allows him to connect effortlessly with both candidates and clients. Your ambition is our ambition. Your ambition is our ambition. More Opportunities 7 Find the job you’re looking for in Corporate Services. Or call us for the latest opportunities. Browse all jobs " aria-label="Move slider right"> Director of Accounts North West England | Permanent up to £100,000 Per annum Financial Controller London | Permanent £75,000 - £90,000 Per annum Client Accountant - Commercial London | Permanent £40,000 - £48,000 Per annum Senior Client Accountant - Residential London | Permanent £45,000 - £55,000 Per annum Head of Finance London | Permanent up to £150,000 Per annum Management Accountant London | Permanent £55,000 - £65,000 Per annum Locum Senior Contracts and Procurement Lawyer London | Contract 55-65 Per hour Request a call back Speaking with one of our skilled recruitment practitioners is always a great first step. You can request a call back at a time convenient to you.