Senior Lawyer - Adult's

We're a well-regarded adult legal team and we're looking for a senior lawyer to join us.

The work is genuinely interesting and varied - you'll be advising on the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Mental Health Act 1983, and representing clients in the Court of Protection and County Court. It's the kind of role where you can see the difference your work makes to people's lives in Dorset.

You'll handle complex cases and work closely with senior managers across adult social care. There's a supervision and line management element too - supporting and guiding colleagues in the team, with formal 1-1s where needed - as well as providing support to the Business Partner and Head of Legal Services.

We're a collaborative team that looks out for each other. We offer flexible working and take career development seriously, with regular 1-1s and access to training.

At Dorset Council, it's not just about the work we do, it's about how we do it. Hear directly from our employees about what makes Dorset Council special in this short video:

At Dorset Council, we are working together to create a fairer, more prosperous, and more sustainable Dorset for everyone, now and in the future.

We:

• provide essential services that support over 300,000 residents
• work in partnership to make a real difference
• value every role and the impact it has on our communities
• support our employees to grow, develop, and thrive

You will:

• be part of a team that works together for a better Dorset
• have access to a range of benefits and support
• receive training and development opportunities to help your career progress

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where different skills, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen both our council and the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role, we will offer you an interview. We also want our recruitment process to be accessible, if you need any reasonable adjustments, just let us know on your application.

This role is UK-based, and we will need to confirm your Right to Work as part of the appointment process. We use generic job descriptions and person specifications, so the job title in any attachments may differ from the advert. If needed, we will provide additional details in a context statement.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love you to join us.

Find out more about how to apply.