We are currently working in partnership with a

Local Authority

based in the

South-West of England , who are recruiting for a

Principal Lawyer

for their

Childcare & Adult Social Care team

on an

initial six-month locum contract , with potential for extension. The position is due to start as soon as possible, and is offering

up to £75 p/hour via an Umbrella company.

The ideal candidate will have managed staff previously, and have experience managing Childcare and Adult Social Care matters.

Duties will include (but are not limited to): Planning, leading, organising and managing the Childcare & Adult Social Care legal teams, representing the Council at all meetings in relation to the management of public law cases Managing the most complex legal cases within Childcare/Adult Social Care, advising on and providing guidance relating to high profile cases which have reputational implications for the Council Supervising, monitoring and reviewing all lawyers’ work on less complex cases, assessing and appraising performance, setting targets and implementing management strategies to ensure the lawyers achieve targets

Experience required: Experience required in Local Government