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Principal Lawyer (Adults)
PO9: Starting salary 70992 pa rising in annual increments to 75666 pa incl LWplus 5000 pa market supplement
In addition to the salary we offer legally qualified new starters a 5000 welcome bonus which is payable 50 after 6 months and 50 after 12 months in the role.
Hybrid working
About Us:
It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Councilwe have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeths communities and residents through ourLambeth 2030 Plan Our Future Our Lambeth.To deliver on these ambitions we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are connected by purpose in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were developed for staff by staff;Equity Ambition Kindness and Accountability. For more information please have a look at our dedicatedOne Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.
About the Borough:
Located in the heart of South London Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength with more than 130 languages spoken making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation Londons largest LGBTQ community and a thriving Portuguesespeaking community.
With exceptional schools lush green spaces including Brockwell Park cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives and worldrenowned institutions such as St Thomass Hospital Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.
About the Role:
Anexciting opportunity has arisen in the Councilslegal department for a Principal Lawyer (Adults)to join our team.
We are looking for a qualified Solicitor Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (or equivalent relevant qualification) ideally from within the public sector.
This is a varied role and the successful candidate will be expected to manage a team of staff and a busy and challenging will be highly organised proactive flexible able to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines. They will maintain quality assurance and performance standards in the service provided by their team to the Council.
You will be responsible for adult social care related legal advice ensuring that the Council receives costeffective highquality advice and representationin relation to:
- Judicial review proceedings in the High Court
- Welfare and property applications in the Court of Protection relating to those who lack capacity to make decisions
- Deprivation of Liberty Safeguard reviews in the Court of Protection
- Displacement of nearest relative proceedings in the County Court
You will have a thorough up to date knowledge of all aspects of Adults Social Care law. You will be experienced in representation in court proceedings and instructing Counsel. You will also have substantial experience in drafting legal documents andlegal correspondence and giving specialist legal advice.
You will also have a good understanding of current and emerging case law guidance and best practice.
For detailed qualifications and requirements please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:
Job Description and Person Specification
Contact Information:
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Janet Fasan
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity click on the apply button and complete an online application. In your supporting statement please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an A at shortlist stage.
We operate an anonymised application process so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.
Recruitment Timelines:
Closing date: 11:59pm Monday 5th May 2025
Benefits:
We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us youll gain access to a range of benefits including:
- Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black Asian and MultiEthnic LGBTQ Disability Young Professionals and Womens.
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.
- Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Hybrid Working.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.
- Discounts at local restaurants.
- Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.
- Learning and Development opportunities including Apprenticeships.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.
- Trade Union Membership.
At Lambeth we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion a Living Wage Employer and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations pleaseclickhere.
We actively support applications from Lambeth Care Leavers.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
