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Principal Lawyer - Health & Adult Social Care
CR/006050_1773151846
Posted: 10/03/2026
- £61087 - £76225 per annum
- East of England
- Contract/Interim
- Legal, Local Government & Public Sector
Principal Lawyer- Health & Adult Social Care
The Role:
We are seeking a Principal Lawyer to lead a team delivering high-quality legal advice primarily in Community Care and Litigation matters.
You will:
- Lead and manage a team of lawyers handling complex and sensitive cases.
- Provide specialist legal advice to public sector clients, including senior officers and elected members.
- Represent clients in courts, tribunals and negotiations where required.
- Ensure compliance with statutory duties, particularly within health and adult social care law.
- Develop strong client relationships and support service development and new business opportunities.
- Supervise, mentor and develop colleagues while maintaining excellent standards of client care.
About You:
We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive legal professional with strong leadership skills, a collaborative approach, and a commitment to delivering high-quality public sector legal services. You will be a qualified lawyer with substantial experience within adult social care and mental health alongside previous management responsibilities.
Benefits:
- Local Government Pension Scheme (high employer contribution)
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Generous family-friendly policies
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- 26+ days annual leave, increasing with service, plus the option to buy additional leave
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding leadership role in a fast-growing public sector legal practice, we would love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Natalie Ferguson in our Manchester office for more information.
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Natalie Ferguson
Manager