Seven Social Care is looking for an experienced and dedicated Lawyer to join our team in Isle of Wight.
The successful candidate will play a key role in undertaking on behalf of the Council such advice and representation relating to Criminal Litigation and Regulatory Law within the Litigation Legal Team and such other legal matters as may be allocated by the Principal Lawyer covering the wide range of work undertaken by the Litigation Legal Team
The rate of pay for this role is £50+ P/H.
Responsibilities:
- To develop and maintain a generic skill set that allows the Isle of Wight Council to employ your skills, abilities and experience across the Council and its formal partnerships as needed
- Advise upon all aspects of the criminal and regulatory law work including managing cases, attending and advocating in magistrates court and attending authority panels
- To advise on and manage cases involving the council arising at the Coroner’s Court
- To personally represent and/or assist Counsel to represent the Council (and other clients) before Tribunals and Courts.
- To work with other team members and provide advice to the Officers and teams across the Council’s Directorates.
- To participate in special projects or working groups assigned by the Principal Lawyer, Litigation Legal Team and/or Strategic Manager, Legal Services and Deputy Monitoring Officer.
Requirements:
- Minimum of two years’ experience in a similar role
- Strong understanding of knowledge of relevant policy, work practices, professional guidelines, legislation and a good understanding of emerging developments within the specialist area.
- Ability to work flexibly, including some evening and weekend work, to meet the needs of service users
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse groups of people
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
- A commitment to equal opportunities, diversity, and inclusion
If you meet the above requirements and are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable adults and families, we would love to hear from you.
