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ASC, Education, and Employment Lawyer
Posted 1 day 5 hours ago by Venn Group
Locum Adult Social Care, Education and Employment Lawyer - London Local Authority - Hybrid or Remote Working - £55+ per hour - 3 Months+
Venn Group is working with a respected local authority in London to recruit an Adult Social Care, Education and Employment Lawyer on a locum basis for an initial 3 month role.
Details:
- Job Title: Locum Lawyer - Adult Social Care / Education / Employment
- Hourly Rate: £55 per hour Umbrella (negotiable depending on experience)
- Length of Contract: 3 months initially, with strong potential for extension
- Working Pattern: Full-time, 36 hours
- Location: London
- Hybrid Working: 1 day per week in-office
Duties/Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary local government legal team, supporting a shared legal service that advises multiple boroughs and public sector clients. Key responsibilities may include:
- Advising on Adult Social Care, Education (including SEND), and Employment law matters
- Managing a full caseload with minimal supervision
- Providing politically sensitive legal advice to officers and members
- Representing clients at meetings, tribunals, and court (as required)
- Drafting and negotiating complex legal documents and ensuring compliance with governance frameworks
- Supporting or mentoring junior lawyers (depending on seniority level)
Preferred experience:
- Demonstrable post-qualified experience in at least one of the key practice areas
- Familiarity with local authority or public sector legal work
- Ability to handle complex and high-profile legal matters independently
- Strong understanding of governance, equalities law, and data protection compliance
If you are interested in this Locum Lawyer role with a London Local Authority, please contact the London Legal team on , or email your CV to and a member of our team will be in touch.
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide, and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.
Locum Adult Social Care, Education and Employment Lawyer - London Local Authority - Hybrid or Remote Working - £55+ per hour - 3 Months+
