Lawyer / Senior Lawyer – Adults Social Care, Education and Employment

Job Description

Adult Social Care Lawyer
HB Public Law
Roles Available at Lawyer and Senior Lawyer Level
Lawyer Salary Banding: £48,102 - £56,655
Senior Lawyer Salary Banding: £56,619 - £64,407

Join One of London's Leading Shared Legal Practices
HB Public Law is an innovative and ambitious shared legal service operated by and based in the London Borough of Harrow and providing legal support to the London Boroughs of Harrow, Barnet and Hounslow, together with Slough Borough Council. HB Public Law are looking to recruit a Lawyer or Senior Lawyer to join their highly regarded adult social care team.
This is a unique opportunity to undertake a varied and rewarding caseload, potentially across four local authorities, advising on matters that have a direct impact on local communities.
Applications from newly qualified lawyers with experience in the relevant areas, as well as a determination to learn, are welcome. Whether you are currently working in local government, private practice or another relevant environment, we would be keen to hear from you.

Responsibilities of the Adult Social Care Lawyer:
The successful Adult Social Care Lawyer will have conduct of legal files on behalf of all the clients of HB Public Law to provide advice, representation and undertake research as requested.
The work consists of dealing with all queries under the Care Act 2014, relevant regulations and statutory guidance, including assessment, care planning, provision of care and support, financial assessments, ordinary residence queries and disputes and safeguarding, including best interests’ decisions under the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

In addition to advisory work, the team conduct litigation on judicial review applications, the Court of Protection under the MCA 2005 s16 and 21A, and Health and Welfare and Property and Affairs deputyship applications.
What the successful Adult Social Care Lawyer will need:
We are looking for individuals who are motivated, collaborative and committed to delivering high-quality legal services.
You will be:
• A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) with litigation practising rights,
• Experience in adult social care law or other relevant areas
• Comfortable managing your own caseload and prioritising competing demands
• A strong communicator with excellent client care skills
We welcome applications from:
• Local authority, private practice or public sector lawyers

Why Join HB Public Law?
This is a unique opportunity to develop your career within a supportive, friendly and highly experienced team that values collaboration, learning and professional development. Working across more than one local authority provides exposure to a breadth of work rarely available within a single organisation, allowing you to develop a wide range of expertise and gain experience of complex and challenging cases. HB Public Law are committed to supporting lawyers' development and have a strong track record of helping people progress throughout their careers.
In addition, HB Public Law offer:
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Excellent learning and development opportunities (including career progression)
• Cycle Scheme
• Green Car Benefit Scheme
• Civil Service Sports Council membership
• Staff discounts and wellbeing support initiatives

Working Arrangements
HB Public Law operate from a hybrid office, and lawyers typically attend the office two days per week (which could include our client offices), together with any required court attendance and client meetings (where these are not held remotely).

Apply Now
Are you keen to join a friendly team with varied adult social care work while making a real difference across four local authorities? We’d love to hear from you. For an informal discussion please contact Sharon.Clarke@harrow.gov.uk
Closing Date: 15/11/2026
Interviews 20, 25, 27 November

Responsibilities of the Adult Social Care Lawyer:
The successful Adult Social Care Lawyer will have conduct of legal files on behalf of all the clients of HB Public Law to provide advice, representation and undertake research as requested.
The work consists of dealing with all queries under the Care Act 2014, relevant regulations and statutory guidance, including assessment, care planning, provision of care and support, financial assessments, ordinary residence queries and disputes and safeguarding, including best interests’ decisions under the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

Please use this link Role Profile/ Selection Criteria to view the full role profile and to submit your c.v and covering letter (which should confirm how you meet the criteria required).

If you would like a confidential conversation about the opportunity, please get in touch with Sharon Clarke on 07933 393755 or email Sharon.Clarke@harrow.gov.uk

About us

Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.

Other information

Support for candidates visit:Harrow.gov.uk Our behavioural indicators roles below G11 and above G11 Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits

Important Note

To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our equality statement.

As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at resourcing@harrow.gov.uk

London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures.

Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.

Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration.

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