Senior Adult Social Care Lawyer

Role: Senior Lawyer – Adult Social Care
Employer: Sheffield City Council (recruited by CRA Consulting)
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire (Hybrid – typically one office day per week, plus court/committee as required)
Salary: £50,788 – £54,928 per annum
Contract:Full-time, Permanent
Team: Legal & Governance (Adult Social Care)

Make a direct impact on vulnerable adults in Sheffield.
Sheffield City Council leads with purpose, placing people and communities at the centre of everything it does. We’re seeking a senior public law professional to steer complex Adult Social Care matters and lead a capable team within our Legal & Governance service.

The Opportunity

You’ll exercise genuine professional autonomy while delivering high-quality legal services across the full spectrum of Adult Social Care work. This is a hybrid role: work from home with regular (weekly) office attendance and in-person advocacy/meetings when required.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of Lawyers, Professional Officers and Assistant Professional Officers

Ensure quality, integrity and timely delivery of Adult Social Care legal work

Allocate, supervise and personally handle complex, high-profile matters

Provide expert advocacy and representation at court, committees, boards and panels

Drive continuous improvement, innovation and efficiency across the team

Recruit, train and develop colleagues aligned to service and Council goals

Collaborate with the Legal Leadership Team to deliver high-quality, value-led services
About You

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FCILEX with 3+ years’ PQE

Proven leadership in a complex public sector environment

Deep knowledge of Adult Social Care law and statutory services

Strong legal risk assessment, drafting and case management skills (incl. digital systems)

Confident communicator and advocate across courts, committees and senior stakeholders

Track record of recruiting, mentoring and inspiring high-performing legal teams

Passionate about public service and improving outcomes for vulnerable adults
Benefits & Work/Life

Generous annual leave: 26 days + bank holidays (rising to 31 after 5 years); option to buy additional leave

Outstanding pension: ~19% employer contribution via the LGPS

Flexible working: hybrid, part-time, job share and term-time options

Health & wellbeing support: Occupational Health, eye care vouchers, confidential EAP

Inclusive culture: employee networks and equality hubs

Learning & development: e-learning, coaching and wide-ranging professional development

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a brief covering letter quoting “Senior Lawyer – Adult Social Care (SCC)” to Adam Wise, CRA Consulting at
Equal Opportunities
Sheffield City Council and CRA Consulting are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.