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Solicitor Social Security Appeals Branch

Service Care Legal
Posted a day ago, valid for 11 days
Location

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh EH67BS, Scotland

Salary

£302 - £360 per day

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Service Care Solutions is seeking a Solicitor for a contract position with the Scottish Government legal Directorate - Social Security Appeals Branch.
  • The role involves providing legal advice on social security matters and offers a hybrid work environment with a negotiable day rate.
  • Candidates should be a Scottish qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years of experience and a keen understanding of public law.
  • The contract duration is until March 26, with the possibility of an 11-month extension.
  • Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their CV and cover letter to Beth Kirby for more information.
Service Care solutions are searching for a Solicitor to work on behalfof the Scottish Government legal Directorate- SocialSecurity Appeals Branch. This is a contract position that offers the unique opportunity to provide vital legal advice on matters concerning social security, contributing positively to the lives of individuals navigating complex systems. This role would be until March 26 with the possibilityof a further 11 month extension. They work on a hybrid basis and allow the candidateto set a negotiable day rate.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide high-quality legal advice on social security matters.
  • Engage in public law litigation and develop skills necessary for this area.
  • Manage information effectively, interpret data, and make sound decisions.
  • Offer clear and concise legal advice to clients and stakeholders.
  • Foster strong, collaborative relationships with colleagues and external partners.
  • Organise and manage your workload flexibly, addressing and prioritisingcompeting demands.
Qualifications:
  • A Scottish qualified Solicitor, currently has a PC through the Law society
  • A keen understanding of public law or a willingness to develop expertise in this area.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to communicate orally and in writing.
  • Proven ability to manage your workload and respond to emerging priorities efficiently.
Contract Details:
  • Employment Type: Contract
  • Duration: Approximately 12 months (march 26), with the possibility of an 11-month extension.
  • Work Environment: Hybrid arrangement with flexible salary options.
If you are ready to make a significant impact in the field of social security law and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply. Join us in our mission to provide clear, effective legal support and advocacy.

To Apply:
Please submitCV along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to Beth Kirby via email: (url removed) or call(phone number removed)for more information. We do also have a referral bonus of up to 250 so please pass on this information, if you know someone else looking for work please pass this on.

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