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Adult Social Care Lawyer
Buckinghamshire Council – Legal Services Team
Overview
We are seeking an Adult Social Care Lawyer to join our in-house Legal Services team at Buckinghamshire Council—a role designed for professionals dedicated to delivering high-impact, proactive legal advice. This opportunity offers the chance to develop within a supportive, collaborative environment, with opportunities for career growth in a fast-paced public sector legal specialism.
The salary is dependent on experience (full-time position, with part-time applications considered—pro-rata salary for part-time). Submit your interest with details on your working preferences if applicable.
About Us
Legal Services is the heart of Buckinghamshire Council, providing a rewarding, dynamic career in a supportive environment that prioritises career development. Our mission is to build an exceptional in-house legal service, leveraging talent to ensure high-quality, client-focused legal work.
Currently, we are expanding our service to provide:
- A diverse range expansive of in-house legal expertise
- Varied and challenging work covering all aspects of Adult Social Care law
“The legal team here is a supportive and collaborative unit, with a long-standing productive relationship with our adult social care colleagues. Work is varied and fulfilling, from mental capacity and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLs) to judicial reviews and safeguarding enquiries. colleagues are welcoming, and we thrive on teamwork.” — Glynis Shepherd, Team Leader
Benefits include:
- Competitive employer pension contribution
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Discounts on services, restaurants, gyms, and Costco membership
- Flexible and agile working arrangements
Buckinghamshire Council is a modern authority, uniquely combining the strengths of five former councils to provide stronger community representation and better service delivery.
About The Role
We are looking for an Adult Social Care Lawyer to bring proactive, innovative, and client-focused advice to Buckinghamshire Council. You’ll collaborate with colleagues and client departments to deliver statutory functions, ensuring advice aligns with legal and ethical standards.
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This role pits you within a team that prioritises professional development, offering pathways to leadership development and a dynamic legal career.
Key Accountabilities
- Conduct and manage legal files, providing advice, representation, and research on Adult Social Care matters, including:
- Advising on council responsibilities for adults with support needs
- Court of Protection cases, safeguarding matters, and judicial reviews
- Community Care and adult safeguarding legislation
- Attend meetings and courts to advise officers and members in a proactive, politically aware manner, upholding high client care standards
- Mentor and train junior team members while contributing to specialist knowledge development
About You
We are open to applications from:
- Solicitors, Barristers, or Legal Executives with standalone practice rights
- Professionals with experience in Adult Social Care law, including:
- Mental capacity issues and DoLs (Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards)
- Court of Protection work
- Judicial reviews
- Ordinary residence assessments
- Other safeguarding-related matters
We seek individuals who are:
- Highly motivated and proactive
- Passionate about making a difference in the care sector, whether transferring from public or private experience
- Committed to collaborative practice within a cognitive team
Other Information
Work Arrangement
- An any-desktop worker, with access to our secure digital resources from home or office.
- Once or twice weekly office presence, depending on team needs.
Application Timeline
- Closing date: 30th July 2026
- Interview format: In person
- Informal discussions available with recruiting manager: Glynis Shepherd, t 674764 or [e]([email protected])
*Disclosure
As part of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, applicants must declare:
- All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictions
For guidance on spent records, refer to our NHCRO 2023 Guide on Offender Declarations.
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Our Values & Culture
Our organisation thrives on four aligned values: 🏘️ Proud – of our impact and the work we do 🚀 Ambitious – ambitious for our structures and outcomes 💡 Collaborative – we value working together 🔒 Trustworthy – our decisions are navigated with integrity
We go above and beyond to create a fair and inclusive culture, offering:
- Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equality & Inclusion policies
- Initiatives supporting well-being (Employee Assistance Programmes, Mindfulness Workshops, Mental Health First Aiders)
- Fun events, fundraising, and networks for employees
As a Disability Confident employer, we continue to invest in an accessible, adaptable workplace.
About The Business Unit
Our Assistant Chief Executive Directorate drives service improvement through transformation, strengthening relationships with the local community. Our legal services area includes:
- Policy and Communication, a team pioneering engagement strategies
- Legal and Democratic Services, providing best-practice policy assistance
We seek people driven to achieve bold change while maintaining transparent public representation.
What We Offer
Competitive Benefits
- Excellent Pension Scheme with employer’s full contribution
- Employee assistance programme with a prioritising well-being
- Discounted gym memberships, Costco access, shopping discounts
- Travel discounts with Arriva Passenger Services
Professional growth is at the core of our ethos—from mentorship to leading projects that contribute to community welfare.
Reduce Bias, Boost Representation
As part of our commitment to an inclusive society, we urge you to signpost your identity. Compensation packages and opportunities for progress are designed with community values in mind, allowing diverse individuals to thrive in our team.
All benefits aligned to Buckinghamshire Council framework. Further details available here: jobs.buckinghamshire.gov.uk
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