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Are you a seasoned legal professional with a passion for property law and public service?We are looking for an experienced Senior Property and Projects Lawyer to join our Legal Services team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our borough.This is a high-impact position advising on complex legal matters across the Council’s commercial, residential, and community property portfolios. You will also provide strategic legal support on major development and regeneration projects, working with limited supervision and in close collaboration with senior officers and multidisciplinary teams.You will be responsible for leading on high-value and complex property transactions including acquisitions, disposals, leases, licences, and development agreements, along with:Acting as the Council’s principal legal negotiator in commercial property and development projects.Providing legal advice on regeneration initiatives, infrastructure agreements, and land rights.Drafting and negotiating robust legal documentation to protect the Council’s interests.Supporting corporate governance and attend committee meetings as legal advisor.Mentoring junior legal staff and contributing to the continuous improvement of legal service.To excel in this role it is essential that you are a Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEx with a current or eligible practising certificate, have a minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience, as well as having:Strong expertise in land and property law, including commercial landlord and tenant matters.Proven track record in complex negotiations and legal drafting.Excellent communication skills and ability to advise senior stakeholders.In addition you will be competent in managing a varied caseload independently.Experience in planning law, commercial contracts, procurement, company or charity law would be desirable along with an understanding of corporate governance and the role of elected members.This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in local government while advancing your legal career. You will be part of a supportive team committed to excellence, innovation, and public service.For an informal discussion about the role please contact Mildred Pountney, Principal Solicitor (Property and Projects) 01233 330265 Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/cstdrhlk/7144a-senior-property-and-projects-lawyer-oct-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description </a>When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the Southeast will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community





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Ashford Borough Council

Senior Property and Projects Lawyer

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Join us at Coventry City Council and be part of a friendly, supportive and dedicated in-house legal team making a real difference for children and families across our city. Coventry has achieved recognition for significant improvements in statutory timescales and outcomes for children, making this an exciting time to join a team that is delivering real impact for families across the city. The team offers a professional, comprehensive, tailor-made service to address legal issues of every description. The team is highly motivated, eager to develop and face challenges head-on.We value diverse perspectives and experiences and strive to create an inclusive workplace culture that is accepting of all and free from discrimination and bias.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
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What is the job role? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented advocate within the Advocacy team. We are looking for an enthusiastic and able lawyer to join our service and to represent the Council as our in-house advocate.As a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive, you will require experience to handle Local Authority Children and Adoption cases in all tiers of court. There will also be the opportunity to carry out hearings in the Court of Protection, Education Tribunals, and Inquests, as well as in Adult Matters with relevant support and training.You must be self-motivated and able to provide a high-quality, client-focused legal service, as well as to work effectively as part of a team and establish good relations with client departments and outside agencies.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.Who are we looking for? We are looking for a candidate with good knowledge and experience in public law children’s legal work, strong drafting and advocacy skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, client departments, Members, and external partners. You should be customer-focused, with a commitment to service improvement and professional development. You will have an appreciation of, or a willingness to learn, adult work, SEN Tribunal work, and Court of Protection cases.Good organisational, communication, and IT skills will be required, as well as the ability to work to tight deadlines and give sound, practical advice under pressure. &nbsp;You need to be able to draft legal correspondence and documentation, conduct legal research, and deliver training sessions.In return, you will join a welcoming and encouraging team, enjoy hybrid working (home and office), an excellent holiday package, and the opportunity to accrue additional leave through flexible working, supporting a work-life balance. We are committed to supporting your professional development, helping you build skills and experience and progress within Legal Services.For full details on the application process, please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process, please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification that the Council considers reasonable.About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Lawyer – Advocacy

Job Title: SEND Tribunal Officer Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Based at Stevenage or Hemel Hempstead, with hybrid working and travel across Hertfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens ServicesWe are recruiting 3x Tribunal Officers.<h4>About the team</h4>The Tribunals Team manages and co-ordinates the local authority's response to SEND appeals. The team prepares evidence, liaises with professionals and schools, and represents the local authority at hearings. The team also supports service improvement across casework and supports the legal and SEND teams as the administrative hub for Pre-Action Protocols and Judicial Reviews.&nbsp;Our goal is to create a tribunal service that is accessible, transparent, efficient and fair for everyone. You’ll be an essential part of our team, collaborating with parents, carers, young people, schools and other key stakeholders within the SEND statutory and legal framework. You'll join a well-established team, who are always seeking new ways to innovate and improve, and your input will be crucial in shaping the future of our service to meet the evolving needs of our SEND community.<h4>About the role</h4>Are you looking to advance your career and gain valuable experience in legal representation and multi-agency working? This role offers an excellent opportunity to do just that. With support and training, you'll be well-equipped to succeed and contribute to ensuring every child receives the support they need.Your responsibilities will include: <ul><li>Casework: You will ensure high-quality casework is carried out in relation to the cases held, encouraging resolution and reconciliation for appeals received from the Tribunal.</li><li>Representation: You will represent the Local Authority at the Special Educational Needs and Disability First Tier Tribunal.</li><li>Coordination: You will use your negotiation and influencing skills to work with parents, schools, and multi-disciplinary practitioners to seek resolution to the appeal.</li><li>Development: You will develop the multi-agency response to a Tribunal, including creating chronologies, arranging and chairing case planning meetings and other multi-agency meetings, and preparing and collating evidence to support the Local Authority’s position.</li><li>Policy Contribution: You will contribute to the development of policies, procedures, and provisions for children with SEND. This includes staying updated on SEND casework, national legislation changes, and departmental policies, as well as supporting the induction, training, and support of team members.</li><li>Database Management: You will input and maintain accurate and comprehensive database records as required and participate in the Local Authority’s systems for monitoring and quality assurance for children and young people in appeal.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>A high level of experience working with families or children in or aligned to SEND with extensive experience of the statutory EHCP process</li><li>A high level of experience working with both internal and external agencies across the SEND Partnership.</li><li>A good working knowledge of the law governing SEND.</li><li>Strong analytical skills.</li><li>Ability to facilitate dialogue, promoting collaboration and resolving disputes through influence and negotiation.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Excellent organisation skills and ability to work unsupervised, managing multiple cases to tight deadlines.</li><li>Ability to remain resilient when under pressure while navigating complex issues and challenges.</li><li>Excellent IT skills.</li><li>Ability and willingness to travel across Hertfordshire for meetings as needed.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of advocacy and representing at Tribunals or similar.</li><li>Knowledge of relevant case law.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the&nbsp;Health and Social Care Services, level HSC10&nbsp;job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Vanessa Croxford - <a href="mailto:Vanessa.Croxford@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Vanessa.Croxford@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>This is an ongoing advert for a period of time until vacancies are filled. Please apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

SEND Tribunal Officer

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To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply Online” link.
If you are not already on Waverley Borough Council's website for this vacancy, you will be redirected to our website's jobs page.&nbsp; Either click "Apply Online" at the bottom of this page, or at the top left hand side under Waverley Borough Council click either the "Log in" button (if you are already registered) or the "Register" button.
You will be redirected to the JobsGoPublic system, which manages our online recruitment process. Once you have registered with JobsGoPublic (which is free to use) you can log in to your application at any time and keep track of where you are in the recruitment process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you are unable to use this service or would like assistance, please contact us via <a href="mailto:hr@waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr@waverley.gov.uk</a> or call the Human Resources team on 01483 523388.



Are you looking for a job with variety and the opportunity to deliver a high standard of service to our customers across the Borough?&nbsp;
Do have experience of Freedom of Information and Data Protection?&nbsp;
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the Information Governance team at Waverley Borough Council and Guildford Borough Council.&nbsp;
As Access to Information Rights Coordinator, you will join a friendly and supportive team and actively liaise with officers in all service areas of the Council.&nbsp;
This is an excellent platform for you to progress your professional career in Information Governance&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities include:&nbsp;
* Receive, log and assess written requests for information.&nbsp;&nbsp;
* Liaise with relevant service areas to respond to these requests in line with current Information Governance legalisation to ensure an excellent and timely service is delivered.&nbsp;
* Liaise with the Head of Information Governance &amp; Data Protection Officer and/or Access to Information Rights Officer on information/data protection matters as required&nbsp;
* Identify where exemptions may apply, prepare refusal notice following ICO guidelines and where necessary obtain advice or approval from the Legal Services team&nbsp;&nbsp;
* Maintain web pages relevant to Information Rights.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
* Prepare regular reports of requests for information/performance figures&nbsp;
This is a permanent, full time role, 37 hours per week.&nbsp;
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Ciaran Ward, Head of information Governance on 01483 523335 or <a href="mailto:Ciaran.Ward@Waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Ciaran.Ward@Waverley.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Closing date for applications:&nbsp;9.00am on the 3rd December 2025
Interview date: 10th&nbsp;December 2025&nbsp;
Please note we do not accept applications after the closing date and time given on the advert.

Access to Information Rights Coordinator

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To apply for this role click on the ‘Apply Online’ button below. If you already have a JGP account you will be asked to login, or alternatively if you don’t have an account you will be guided through the set up process.
Access to an account is necessary as all updates regarding your application will be sent via the JGP site to the email you have registered.
Once you have access to your JGP account you will be able to complete the application form in stages, saving and amending it until you are happy to the submit your completed application. You should use the Personal Statement section to demonstrate how you meet the requirements set out in the role profile attached.
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@rutland.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;



Do you want to play a crucial role in ensuring the Council’s data compliance and mitigating risk?
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to be the council’s&nbsp;Information Governance Lead, reporting directly to the Data Protection Officer. We offer the opportunity to work flexibly within a small, busy, and supportive team, who are at the heart of ensuring the Council’s data remains compliant and safe.
About You……
To be successful you will have:
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<li>Knowledge/experience of governance, risk, or information management</li>
<li>Excellent I.T. skills to understand how data is processed, stored, and shared</li>
<li>Able to use IT packages to improve performance</li>
<li>You are inquisitive, meticulous and able to demonstrate an ability to work proactively, without supervision and under their own initiative</li>
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About the role:
As the Information Governance Lead you will:
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<li>Work collaboratively to support the Council's compliance with key legislation such as the UK General Data Protection Regulation and Data Protection Act</li>
<li>Act as the expert in Information Governance leading on the development and management of the Information Governance agenda for the Council</li>
<li>Act as the lead for information requests under Data Protection Legislation (SARs) and the Freedom of Information Act/Environmental Information Regulations</li>
<li>Maintain a comprehensive suite of Information Governance policies and procedures</li>
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Please note: part-time hours will be considered based on service need.
The Information Governance Lead interviews will be in the week commencing 01 December 2025.&nbsp; This date could be subject to change; in which case we will give you appropriate notice.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and inviting those who meet the essential person specification criteria to interview. If you’re interested in this role, we encourage you to apply without delay.
Our offer to you:
Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.
We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.
Whilst the base for this post is Oakham, Rutland, the Local Authority offers a hybrid working practice.&nbsp; As well as working from home, we feel it is important that you have the opportunity to spend time in the workplace with your colleagues to help you learn, develop and engage.
Find out more:
To learn more about working with us visit <a href="https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk</a> or if you have any queries about this role please contact Sarah Khawaja, Head of Legal &amp; Democratic Services on 01572 827347 or <a href="mailto:skhawaja@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">skhawaja@rutland.gov.uk</a> &nbsp;
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@rutland.gov.uk</a>
All recruitment correspondence, including interview details, will be sent out via email from the Jobs Go Public site. If you require documentation/correspondence in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment team.
Rutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Everyone at Rutland County Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.

Rutland County Council

Information Governance Lead

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To apply for this role click on the ‘Apply Online’ button below. If you already have a JGP account you will be asked to login, or alternatively if you don’t have an account you will be guided through the set up process.
Access to an account is necessary as all updates regarding your application will be sent via the JGP site to the email you have registered.
Once you have access to your JGP account you will be able to complete the application form in stages, saving and amending it until you are happy to the submit your completed application. You should use the Personal Statement section to demonstrate how you meet the requirements set out in the role profile attached.
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@rutland.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;



Are you an aspiring solicitor with a strong sense of public service and a drive to make a difference? Do you enjoy working in a collaborative, supportive and busy environment where you will contribute to outcomes that benefit the wider community? Do you have a particular interest in information governance and its role in shaping responsible public sector practices?
Rutland County Council is seeking a motivated and detail orientated Legal &amp; Information Governance Officer to join our Legal &amp; Democratic Services team.&nbsp; This is a unique opportunity for someone looking to develop their legal career, with the potential to undertake a training contract.
About the role…
As the Legal &amp; Information Governance Officer you will:
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<li>contribute to a wide range of legal and information governance matters supporting the Council’s commitment to transparency, compliance and community-focused decision making</li>
<li>work closely with colleagues across departments providing legal advice</li>
<li>be responsible for ensuring that the Council’s information governance framework is compliant and effective.</li>
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About you….
To be successful you will:
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<li>be enthusiastic, proactive and committed to delivering high quality legal &amp; Information Governance support</li>
<li>have a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate information clearly and effectively</li>
<li>have a collaborative mindset and a genuine interest in public service are essential as is a willingness to learn and grow within a dynamic legal environment</li>
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Whether you’re already working in a legal or Information governance role or looking to take the next step in your career, we welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about making a difference and contributing to the success of our council.
Please note: part-time hours will be considered based on service need.
The Legal &amp; Information Governance Officer Interviews will be held in the week commencing 08 December 2025.&nbsp; Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.
We will be reviewing applications on a regular basis and inviting those who meet our essential person specification criteria to interview. If you’re interested in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply without delay.
To be successful in this role – you may have experience working in the following roles:
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<li>Legal Assistant – providing administrative and legal support within a law firm or in-house legal team</li>
<li>Information Governance Officer – dealing with data protection, FOI requests and subject access requests</li>
<li>Paralegal – supporting legal teams with research, drafting and case management</li>
<li>Compliance Officer – ensuring organisational adherence to legal and regulatory standards</li>
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Our offer to you:
Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.
We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.
Whilst the base for this post is Oakham, Rutland, the Local Authority offers a hybrid working practice.&nbsp; As well as working from home, we feel it is important that you have the opportunity to spend time in the workplace with your colleagues to help you learn, develop and engage.
Find out more:
To learn more about working with us visit <a href="https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk</a> or if you have any queries about this role please email: <a href="mailto:lduty@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">lduty@rutland.gov.uk</a> &nbsp;
How to apply:
Click on the apply button which will redirect you to the Jobs Go Public (JGP site) where we handle all our vacancies.&nbsp; If you already have a JGP account you will be asked to login, or alternatively if you don’t have an account, you will be guided through the set-up process.&nbsp;&nbsp; Access to an account is necessary, as all updates regarding your application will be sent via the JGP site to the email you have used to register.
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@rutland.gov.uk</a>
All recruitment correspondence, including interview details, will be sent out via email from the Jobs Go Public site. If you require documentation/correspondence in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment team.
Rutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; Everyone at Rutland County Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.

Legal & Information Governance Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Surrey Heath Borough Council is committed to safer recruitment and equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. If you are unable to apply online for reasons of disability, please call 01276 707126 to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be made to accommodate your individual requirements.
Please note:
All successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks in line with BPSS guidelines, which includes standard identification, referencing and unspent conviction checks. Surrey Heath Borough Council undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a disclosure on the basis of conviction or other information revealed.
For the best chance of successful application, please read the Job Description and Personal Specification fully before applying for this vacancy as it contains information you will need to refer to when applying. We do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed application form. To reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. If you choose to submit your CV with your application form we request that you remove all your personal details before uploading your CV. This will ensure that Managers cannot see your personal details when completing their shortlist. &nbsp;If you have not heard from the council within 4 weeks of the closing date you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful. All unsuccessful applications will be removed and confidentially disposed of 6 months after the closing date.
If you have any further enquiries please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@surreyheath.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@surreyheath.gov.uk</a> or telephone 01276 707126.
For technical issues, please contact Jobsgopublic directly.
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Grade &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; SH08 
Surrey Heath Borough Council is looking to recruit a Senior Solicitor or Legal Executive to join the Legal Services team based in Camberley. The role is suitable for a commercial property solicitor or Legal Executive with over 4 years PQE.
Over the last nine years, the Council has acquired a commercial property investment portfolio of significant financial and community value in order to increase income to help maintain services and to further its regeneration plans for the borough. The Council owns a range of properties including a shopping centre, various industrial estates, business parks and office buildings as well as its operational buildings and other land.
The work will involve a wide range of non-contentious matters, focusing on landlord and tenant work relating to the retail property portfolio, but will also include advising on other types of commercial property matters, proposed development sites and other Council matters as appropriate.
The Council is looking for a candidate who can progress property transactions, working collaboratively with the Council’s property team and with minimal supervision and has the confidence to tackle a variety of other matters. Applications from Solicitors or Legal Executives with a private practice background or from Solicitors or Legal Executives with local government knowledge and experience are welcomed.
This is a fantastic opportunity for career development within a supportive and collegiate in-house environment where the successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Deputy Head of Legal and under the overall guidance of the Head of Legal. A healthy work-life balance is encouraged and the Council’s flexible working arrangements include home working. Applications for part time working will be considered as well as full-time remote working.
A generous benefits package includes a minimum of 25 days’ annual leave, Local Government Pension Scheme, free parking and flexible working hours.
Further information on the role is detailed in the Job Profile.
Closing date:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Midday 8th December 2025
Interviews: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; W/C 8th December 2025
Surrey Heath Borough Council is committed to equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Surrey Heath Borough Council

Senior Solicitor - Property

We’re seeking an experienced and motivated legally qualified professional to lead our Legal and Information Governance Team. You’ll manage a dedicated team to deliver high-quality legal advice and assistance to officers and elected members, coordinate the Council’s response to requests for information and manage the Council’s Land Charges function. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Lead and manage the Council’s Legal Services Unit.</li><li>Provide expert advice, assistant and representation in high profile legal matters.</li><li>Provide expert advice on Information Governance matters and be the Council’s Data Protection Officer.</li><li>Oversee the Council’s Land Charges function which is currently undertaken by a neighbouring authority.</li><li>Support the Monitoring Officer and Deputy Monitoring Officer. </li></ul>About YouYou’ll be a Solicitor or Barrister or Fellow of Institute of Legal Executives and have:<ul><li>Extensive knowledge and experience of FOI and Data Protection Subject Access requests</li><li>Management experience working in an environment that has politically influenced decision making structure elections, electoral registration, or democratic services.</li><li>Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.</li><li>A commitment to high standards, continuous improvement, and public service. </li></ul>Why Join UsThis is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the Council. We offer a local government pension, generous leave, and operate a flexible working policy. For an informal discussion about the position, please contact Liz Page, on 07425 661146.Provisional Interview Date: Thursday 8 January 2026Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.





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Derbyshire County Council

Legal and Information Governance Manager

Job Description Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities! We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants. Introduction Do you have a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in housing litigation? Have you got management experience or are looking for your first management role? Are you used to managing a heavy caseload of disrepair matters? What’s the role? The role is of Senior Housing Litigation Lawyer specialising in disrepair and statutory nuisance claims. &nbsp;The successful candidate will be expected to assist and deputise for the Principal Lawyer for Housing and Disrepair in respect of managing and supervising the Housing and Disrepair team. &nbsp;They will also be required to provide strategic advice in housing and disrepair matters and allocate cases to other members of the Housing and Disrepair Litigation team. What’s in it for you? Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including: <ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies&nbsp;</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans&nbsp;</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships&nbsp;</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li> </ul> What we’re looking for We are looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with substantial experience of housing disrepair and statutory nuisance. As well as managerial responsibilities, &nbsp;You will also be required to maintain a heavy caseload of your own cases, primarily of housing disrepair, although there will also be opportunities to provide high quality legal advice in other housing litigation areas as well as disrepair. Location The job is primarily based in Lewisham Council's Building at Laurence House in Catford, London, SE6 4RU but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis. Special conditions <ul> <li>The candidate is required to be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with a valid practising certificate.</li> <li>The job is subject to an standard DBS check</li> </ul> The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS WEBSITE - PLEASE <a href="https://www.sellickpartnership.co.uk/job/senior-housing-and-disrepair-lawyer/" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a> TO APPLY VIA SELLICK PARTNERSHIPS&nbsp; For an informal discussion about this job, please contact <a href="mailto:rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk</a>&nbsp; Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/%20SeniorLawyerJD" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person Specification Salary £63,816 - £66,084 per annum (PO8) N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof. Diversity Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a> The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you. The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response. Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media: <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf" target="_blank">Instagram&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;





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London Borough of Lewisham

Senior Lawyer

Job DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.Introduction&nbsp;We are looking for an experienced Property Lawyer to handle complex property work arising and deputise for the Principal Lawyer as required. The role will include residential and/or commercial conveyancing and regeneration advice. You will also be required to manage a group of staff within the team on a day to day basis.What’s in it for you?&nbsp;Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies&nbsp;</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans&nbsp;</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships&nbsp;</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>What we’re looking for&nbsp;We are looking to recruit a lawyer to deal with a varied caseload, advising on all aspects of&nbsp;residential and/or commercial conveyancing and regeneration advice. The successful candidate will have excellent drafting skills and the ability to provide legal advice to a variety of audiences, including senior officers and Members. The individual will be accustomed to working at pace in a busy team and ideally have previous Local Government experience.This is an exciting opportunity for a talented professional with a “can do” attitude to join an ambitious team and play a vital role in shaping the direction of our continued improvement.&nbsp;In return, we’ll offer excellent development opportunities, plus a range of benefits that includes a career average pension scheme, flexible working and the opportunity to make a real difference to our local community.LocationThe job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.Special conditions&nbsp;<ul> <li>You must be a Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of CILEX in Wales and England with at least 5 years PQE (or equivalent) in property law and hold a Practising Certificate on commencement of the role.</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS WEBSITE - PLEASE <a href="https://www.sellickpartnership.co.uk/job/senior-property-lawyer-8881/" target="_blank">CLICK</a> TO APPLY VIA SELLICK PARTNERSHIPSPlease apply as soon as possible to be considered for this position, or contact Rayhaneh Tehrani&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk</a>&nbsp;in our Manchester office for an informal discussion about the role.&nbsp;Please click <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/PropertySeniorLawyer_JDPS" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£63,816 to £66,084 per annum (PO8)N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>&nbsp;The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. 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Senior Property Lawyer

Job DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.IntroductionWe are looking for an experienced Planning Lawyer to handle complex planning, highways, transport, administrative law and environmental work arising in the team. &nbsp;You will also be required to manage the team on a day to day basis.What’s in it for youExcellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>What we’re looking forYou must be a Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of CILEX in Wales and England with at least 5 years PQE (or equivalent) in planning law and hold a Practising Certificate on commencement of the role.We are looking to recruit a lawyer to deal with a varied caseload, advising of the more complex planning, highways, transport, administrative law and environmental work. The successful candidate will have excellent drafting skills and the ability to provide legal advice to a variety of audiences, including senior officers and Members. The individual will be accustomed to working at pace in a busy team and ideally have previous Local Government experience.This is an exciting opportunity for a talented professional with a “can do” attitude to join an ambitious team and play a vital role in shaping the direction of our continued improvement.In return, we’ll offer excellent development opportunities, plus a range of benefits that includes a career average pension scheme, flexible working and the opportunity to make a real difference to our local community.LocationThe job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.Special Condition<ul> <li>You must be a Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of CILEX in Wales and England with at least 5 years PQE (or equivalent) in planning law and hold a Practising Certificate on commencement of the role.</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS WEBSITE - PLEASE <a href="https://www.sellickpartnership.co.uk/job/senior-planning-lawyer-8884/" target="_blank">CLICK</a> TO APPLY VIA SELLICK PARTNERSHIPSPlease apply as soon as possible to be considered for this position, or contact Rayhaneh Tehrani&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk</a>&nbsp;in our Manchester office for an informal discussion about the role.&nbsp;Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/SeniorLawyerPlanningJD130325" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£61,836 - £64,032 per annum (P08)N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. 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Senior Planning Lawyer

Job DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.IntroductionThis is an exciting opportunity to work in a busy legal department at the London Borough of Lewisham. You will be required to support the team under the direction and the supervision of the Senior lawyer. You will deal with varied routine legal and administrative work, mainly within the property team.What’s the role?The role is to support the lawyers within the property team. You will prepare documents and liaise with parties in respect of lease extensions, collective enfranchisements and right to buy matters; assist with straightforward property transactions and contract and procurement matters.What’s in it for you?Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies&nbsp;</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans&nbsp;</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships&nbsp;</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>What we’re looking forWe are looking for someone that has a basic knowledge of local authority procedures and areas of law relevant to the role. &nbsp;We require someone that has the ability to learn and understand quickly who can work on their own initiative. You will have an eye for accuracy and can ensure quality and consistency of documents produced. You will need to be able to work with a wide range of people and work as an effective member of a team dealing with a variety of duties.LocationThe job is primarily based in Laurence House, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS WEBSITE - PLEASE&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sellickpartnership.co.uk/job/senior-housing-and-disrepair-lawyer/" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;TO APPLY VIA SELLICK PARTNERSHIPSFor an informal discussion about this job, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk</a>Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/JDLA" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£32,442 - £33,384 per annum (SC4)N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE" target="_blank">X</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf" target="_blank">Instagram&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;





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Legal Assistant

Job DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.IntroductionWe are looking for an experienced Contracts and Procurement Lawyer, with at 5 years experience, to handle complex contract work arising and deputise for the Principal Lawyer as required. &nbsp;You will also be required to manage a group of staff within the team on a day to day basis.What’s the role?The role will include providing advice and assistance with legal documentation and&nbsp;negotiation with partners or preferred bidders, including in relation to joint&nbsp;commissioning initiatives with the Health Authority or other local authorities. You will be required to support the Principal Lawyer in advising and drafting contracts and protocols&nbsp;on a wide range of public private partnership arrangements. You will have a team to manage on a day to day basis.What’s in it for you?Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships&nbsp;</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>What we’re looking forYou must be a Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of CILEX in Wales and England with at least 5 years PQE (or equivalent) in property law and hold a Practising Certificate on commencement of the role.We are looking for someone that can ensure legal advice and assistance is provided efficiently and expeditiously both personally and by other staff within the team. You will need to be able to manage and co-ordinate the work of staff and provide advice, guidance and direction as necessary. You will undertake a personal caseload of the more complex contract advice, the preparation of complex and unique forms of contract and advise on any matters of contract and procurement law.LocationThe job is primarily based in Laurence House, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.Special conditions<ul> <li>You must be a Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of CILEX in Wales and England with at least 5 years PQE (or equivalent) in contracts and procurement law and hold a Practising Certificate on commencement of the role.</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS WEBSITE - PLEASE&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sellickpartnership.co.uk/job/senior-housing-and-disrepair-lawyer/" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;TO APPLY VIA SELLICK PARTNERSHIPS&nbsp; For an informal discussion about this job, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">rayhaneh.tehrani@sellickpartnership.co.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/JDSeniorLawyerContracts" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£63,816 to £63,816 per annum (PO8)N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE" target="_blank">X</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf" target="_blank">Instagram&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;





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The VacancyStep into a role that puts you at the heart of data protection, governance, and public service impact.You’ll be the go-to support for our Data Protection Officer—helping drive compliance, handling FOI and EIR requests, supporting DPIAs, managing data incidents, and coordinating data subject requests. You’ll also play a key part in training, data mapping, and occasionally deputising for the DPO.This is a hands-on role where accuracy, initiative, and strong communication skills matter. You’ll also support both the Legal and Democratic Services teams, helping ensure our meetings, processes, and documentation run smoothly and professionally.If you’re organised, proactive, and ready to build your expertise in data protection and governance, we want to hear from you.We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if sufficient applications are are received so please check out the full job description below and apply today!Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying as we are unable to provide sponsorship. Have a question? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>.<h4>The Company</h4>Local government—but not as you know it! We’re the Cambridgeshire &amp; Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA), a bold and forward-thinking organisation created in 2017 through a landmark devolution deal with Government. That deal handed us the power and the funding to make decisions locally, for the people who live and work here.We’re a partnership of seven councils working together with businesses, educators, health services, emergency responders and community groups to drive growth and improve lives across our region. Led by a directly elected Mayor and a Board of local leaders, we’re united by a clear mission - to get Cambridgeshire and Peterborough moving.At the Combined Authority, we do things the CIVIL way—Collaboration, Integrity, Vision, Innovation, Leadership. We’re passionate about our people and proud of our culture. If you’re looking for a career where you can make a real impact, grow your skills, and be part of something meaningful, you’ve come to the right place.Explore our vacancies and start your journey with us today.<a href></a>The BenefitsGenerous Annual LeaveFlexible WorkingLocal Government Pension SchemeEmployees Benefits &amp; Wellbeing PlatformThe Values<ul><li>The CIVILS</li></ul><h4>Our annual CIVIL awards ceremony recognises and rewards employee successes</h4><ul><li>Work-Life Balance</li></ul><h4>Flexible Working helps my work-life balance</h4><ul><li>Learning &amp; Development</li></ul><h4>The CPCA supports my professional development</h4>Documents<a href="../../Jobs/DownloadDocument/1414674?cid=3410&amp;pubid=4016197">Data Protection and Information Governance Assistant JD - Download</a>





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Data Protection and Information Governance Assistant

Job Title: Fraud Investigator Starting Salary: £34,433.76 opportunity to progress to £37,280 per annum per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Stevenage/Hybrid Contract Type: Fixed Term/End date 31/03/2027 Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4>We are recruiting for a Fraud Investigator to join our highly respected, award-winning Anti-Fraud Service in Hertfordshire.At the Shared Anti-Fraud Service (SAFS), we protect the public purse from the ever-present threat of fraud. Our dedicated team of fraud and financial investigators, intelligence officers, and data analysts work tirelessly to combat fraud in partnership with councils, housing providers, the DWP, HMRC, and the Police.Working across Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire, we deliver a comprehensive criminal investigation service, provide expert advice and guidance on fraud and corruption, carry out proactive counter-fraud exercises, utilise advanced data analytics, and deliver training and awareness sessions.Whilst the team is based at our Stevenage Offices, we have a very flexible approach enabling us to work from anywhere, encouraging a healthy work life&nbsp;<h4>About the role</h4>This role is for a Fraud Investigator within our Volume Team, requiring someone who can manage a high-volume caseload, meet demanding targets and timescales, and deliver excellent outcomes for our partners.&nbsp;We are seeking a self-motivated and driven individual—whether you’re looking for a career change or aiming to develop your existing skills in fraud prevention, detection, and investigation.As part of our counter-fraud operations, you’ll gain hands-on experience investigating a wide range of allegations, including housing, council tax, education, blue badge, insurance, and social services fraud.Working alongside experienced investigators, you will undertake tasks such as:<ul><li>Collating evidence and maintaining records in compliance with CPIA 1996</li><li>Conducting PACE-compliant interviews with witnesses and suspects</li><li>Analysing data and presenting findings in clear, comprehensive reports</li></ul>You’ll learn and grow quickly, developing the skills and knowledge needed to lead your own criminal and civil investigations and prepare case files for legal action.&nbsp;The role demands strong interpersonal skills—both written and verbal—and the ability to engage effectively with officers at all levels, often in challenging situations, to identify offences and secure evidence. While you’ll be part of a supportive team, you’ll also need to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure.&nbsp;For candidates not already ACFS-qualified, we offer the opportunity to complete the IIA Practitioner Level 4 apprenticeship standard and Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist training, supporting your professional development.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Ability to travel across Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire</li><li>Competent in using Microsoft Packages (Word Excel Outlook)</li><li>Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity</li><li>Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and meet demanding targets and deadlines</li><li>Good communication skills at all levels, both written and verbal, to engage effectively with officers, partners, and stakeholders</li><li>Commitment to continuous learning and professional development</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>ACFS / PIP or equivalent</li><li>Experience in Local Government</li><li>Experience in law enforcement</li><li>Ability to conduct PACE-compliant interviews with witnesses and suspects</li></ul>.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Regulatory Services, level REG9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Regulatory servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Paula.hornsby@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Paula.hornsby@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:darren.bowler@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">darren.bowler@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 10th and 12th December 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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<h4>About Us</h4>North Somerset Council, based in a beautiful location just south of Bristol, is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.<h4>The Role</h4>We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Legal Adviser to join our Property &amp; Contracts Team to deal with a wide range of property matters, including:<ul><li>Sales and purchases</li><li>Landlord and tenant / licences</li><li>S38 Highway Agreements</li><li>Deferred Payment Agreements</li></ul>This is your chance to deal with wide ranging property matters and provide legal support to colleagues across the Council’s services and join a team of friendly and experienced lawyers.Please refer to the job description for a fuller explanation of requirements.Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<h4>Work Style</h4>At North Somerset Council we offer a hybrid working environment and this role falls into the category of Mobile/Field Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>0 - 1 day in the office per week</li><li>Come into the office for meetings or focused work and for specific tasks g. completions.</li></ul>However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.<h4>About You</h4>You will have:<ul><li>Good working knowledge and practical experience of property work</li><li>Experience of drafting legal documents and the ability to give clear and accurate legal advice.</li><li>Good written and verbal communication</li><li>The ability to work under pressure, able to prioritise your workload to meet client</li><li>The ability to work as part of a team, be enthusiastic, self-motivated and a willingness to expand your legal knowledge and skills.</li><li>Competent ICT</li></ul>You will be a graduate member of CILEx and hold a Level 6 Diploma in Law and Practice, having passed Unit 9 (Land Law), Unit 10 (Landlord and Tenant Law) and Unit 17 (Conveyancing), or a qualified solicitor.Please refer to the personal specification for further details of the essential and desirable criteria.<h4>What We Offer</h4>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits</a><a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">booklet</a>.<h4>How to Apply</h4>If you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.<h4>Contact Information</h4>For further information about the role, please contact Ann Rich, Solicitor and Team Leader on 01934 634934<h4>Important Information</h4>As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Thursday 11 December 2025Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.<h4>Equal Opportunities</h4>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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Legal Adviser - Property & Contracts Team

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Are you passionate about data protection and information governance? Do you have the skills to interpret complex legislation and ensure compliance across a large organisation?St Helens Borough Council is seeking a Senior Data Protection Coordinator to join our Information Governance Compliance and Complaints Team. This is a key role responsible for ensuring the Council complies with the UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act 2000, and Environmental Information Regulations 2004.In this role you will act as a Data Controller for statutory access to records and information sharing requests, providing expert advice and guidance to internal colleagues, partner agencies, and customers. You’ll also lead on the coordination and oversight of FOI, EIR, and Subject Access Requests, ensuring statutory timescales are met and corporate risk is minimised.If you want to be part of our team, we'd love to hear from you.Making a DifferenceWhatever stage of your career, working in the public sector puts you at the heart of communities. Our workforce provides services to our resident's day in and day out, making a positive impact on people’s lives. We could not do this without the dedication, professionalism and strength of our workforce. There are so many reasons to choose to work at St Helens Council including the fantastic range of employee benefits and rewards on offer..<a href="https://jobs.sthelens.gov.uk/" target="_blank">St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Home Page</a>Roles That MatterWe’re looking for someone with:<ul><li>Strong working knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, FOIA and EIR.</li><li>Excellent communication and analytical skills.</li><li>Experience in handling complex information requests and applying statutory exemptions.</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>A flexible and empathetic approach to customer service and stakeholder engagement.</li></ul>Your Key Responsibilities will be:<ul><li>Lead on statutory access to records and information sharing requests, ensuring lawful processing.</li><li>Provide expert advice on data protection and FOI legislation to colleagues and external partners.</li><li>Review case records and apply exemptions in line with legislation and ICO guidance.</li><li>Coordinate and monitor FOI/EIR/DPA requests, ensuring timely and compliant responses.</li><li>Deliver training and raise awareness of information governance across the Council.</li><li>Investigate data breaches and liaise with the Information Commissioner’s Office where required.</li><li>Maintain knowledge of relevant legislation and ensure senior managers are informed of changes.</li></ul>Full Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.We reserve the right to close the advert early, with sufficient applications. Apply early to avoid disappointment.Share this vacancy with friends and family via your socials below!St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region’s leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment.Equality &amp; DiversityWe encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan Principles

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This is an exciting time to join the Council as it pursues its journey of transformation and regeneration of its town centres. St Helens is ideally located in the Merseyside area with good transport links to the surrounding areas. We are a busy, but friendly and well supported legal team. We are Lexcel accredited and were finalists in both the Local Government Chronical “Team of the Year 2024” awards and the LexisNexis “Customer Focus Award 2024”. We have embraced new ways of working giving flexibility for all our team members to work in a hybrid way, allowing staff to take control of their work/life balance.We would welcome a discussion with candidates who would wish to work fewer or more hours than advertised as our aim is to attract the best candidate for the role and we may be able to accommodate work/life balance or increased hours requests.In St Helens we are proud of our Borough, linking both industry and innovation to a strong local heritage sitting in an area of rolling countryside and areas of outstanding natural beauty.As part of our transformation journey the Council has made a significant commitment to the delivery of the Borough’s ambitious growth plans in order to accelerate delivery of the priority place-based growth projects, with a focus on securing shared prosperity outcomes, environmental enhancements and tackling the boroughs existing inequalities. We invite applications from a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEx, with experience of advising in relation to contract law. Whilst previous local government experience is desirable, it is not essential as training, support and mentoring will be offered as part of your continuous professional development.This is an exciting opportunity to develop your professional and personal skills as well as having a real impact on the residents in the borough. For further information please contact David Cogan Principal Solicitor at <a href="mailto:davidcogan@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">davidcogan@sthelens.gov.uk</a> Making a DifferenceWhatever stage of your career, working in the public sector puts you at the heart of communities. Our workforce provides services to our resident's day in and day out, making a positive impact on people’s lives. We could not do this without the dedication, professionalism and strength of our workforce. There are so many reasons to choose to work at St Helens Council including the fantastic range of employee benefits and rewards on offer..<a href="https://jobs.sthelens.gov.uk/" target="_blank">St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Home Page</a>Roles That Matter Full Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.We reserve the right to close the advert early, with sufficient applications. Apply early to avoid disappointment.Share this vacancy with friends and family via your socials below!St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region’s leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment.Equality &amp; DiversityWe encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan Principles

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Job Title:&nbsp;Planning Lawyer
Language:&nbsp;UK
Company:
Job Location:
Location:
Region:&nbsp;London
Country:&nbsp;United Kingdom
Organisation:&nbsp;Hackney Council Anonymous Apps &gt; Chief Executive's
Job Number:&nbsp;HCAA02683
Service:&nbsp;Legal
DBS Required:&nbsp;No
Organisation Logo:&nbsp;Hackney Council
Salary:&nbsp;per Min Max In
Agreement Type:&nbsp;Permanent
Work Pattern:&nbsp;Full Time
Contracted Hours:&nbsp;36
Grade:&nbsp;PO5
SCP Range:&nbsp;£55,353 - £57,495
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the progressive London Borough of Hackney Legal Service, where you will play a vital role in delivering the Mayor’s Priorities and the Council’s vision of keeping Hackney as a place for everyone.
We are currently looking to recruit to the following position with the aim of developing an innovative and accessible service which contributes to the shaping of service delivery within a high profile Local Authority.
We are looking for a practising lawyer (i.e. a qualified solicitor, a barrister who has completed pupillage or a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives) who is solutions focused and driven to achieve successful outcomes for our clients.
You will be responsible for a mixed caseload and must be proactive in dealing with non-contentious matters. Excellent communication skills are essential, but you will also exemplify the tact and discretion needed to handle sometimes highly confidential and sensitive matters.
Commercialisation, Planning &amp; Sustainable Procurement Team
We need an experienced planning lawyer to join the Commercialisation, Planning &amp; Sustainable Procurement Team which advises and undertakes all aspects of planning law within a Local Authority setting.
The focus being drafting and preparation of section 106 Legal Agreements, Highway Agreements, researching areas of law and presenting them in clear and understandable terms to the client, Planning Appeals, Planning Committees, understanding the workings of local government and other matters .
We require lawyers with excellent professional knowledge, with good understanding of governance and an attention to detail. Inevitably you will demonstrate resilience and tenacity but above all you must have a real enthusiasm for this area of work.
This is an exciting time to join the London Borough of Hackney, a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved.
If you are a person who will truly live our organisational values: being open, ambitious, pioneering, inclusive, proactive and proud - proud of Hackney, of the Council, and of the work we do - then we would love to hear from you.
If you would like to have an informal chat about about the role please contact either Patrick Rodger (Senior Lawyer) on 0208 356 6187 or Georgia Lazari Team Leader (Places) on 0208 356 1369
As a Council, our most outstanding asset is our staff, who are highly dedicated to serving our residents and committed to our goals as an organisation.
If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CV’s. To proceed with your application, you will need to create an account and submit your application.
As part of the application process, you will need to complete a number of competency based questions. These questions allow you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and provide examples of your skills, knowledge and experience outlined in the job description.
We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace. However, if you are thinking of using this tool to submit your application, we ask you to think about what value it will add. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.
This application process replaces a supporting statement.
Closing date for applications: 24 November 2025 (22:59)
Interview and assessment date: W/C 08 December 2025
We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.
Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.
The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk" target="_blank">hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk</a>
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London Borough of Hackney

Planning Lawyer

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Paralegal&nbsp; Salary:&nbsp;£45,624&nbsp;– £52,038&nbsp;per annum Grade:&nbsp;F&nbsp; Contract Type:&nbsp;Fixed Term Contract - 12 months Working Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week About the Role&nbsp; We are seeking an exceptional and committed individual to join us as a Paralegal in a unique and interesting role within the Litigation Team, Legal Services. As a&nbsp;Paralegal in the Litigation Team, you will&nbsp;be responsible for:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Undertaking and managing a full caseload of legal work for prosecutions, such as education and environmental offences</li> <li>Assisting with drafting and legal work on all other prosecution matters, such as trading standards, public protection, health and safety, and enforcement</li> <li>Where appropriate, the preparation and/or conduct of such other appropriate cases as may be referred to the postholder by the team Leader/Lawyer before the High Court, County Court Magistrates, inquiries and tribunals, including advocacy and instructing Counsel in approved cases</li> <li>Carrying out research and providing legal advice to client departments on all related legal transactions</li> <li>Communicating with clients, external Solicitors, and others in person, on the phone, or by email as required</li> <li>Reviewing and updating templates and procedures, where appropriate</li> <li>Seeking to protect the Council's interests while taking precautions against potential fraud and money laundering</li> <li>Obtaining court dates and liaise with Magistrates- Courts in relation to Single Justice Procedure (SJP) and miscellaneous listings</li> <li>The collation, checking and sending of supporting legal and financial documents</li> <li>The recording of all key actions and ensuring data is regularly updated</li> <li>To prepare, negotiate, draft, agree, and process legal documents</li> <li>Provide responsive advice and make decisions in relation to specialist areas of prosecution/litigation law</li> <li>Personally manage a caseload and be able to work unsupervised</li> <li>To notify and advise on any instructions or events that would result in a breach by the Council or an individual of any legislation, common law, standing order, rule, propriety, or would constitute a course of action amounting to maladministration</li> <li>Keep up to date on legal and policy developments within the area of prosecution/litigation law</li> <li>To attend and participate in meetings with Officers of the Council and to provide legal advice when required</li> <li>Be willing and able to work in a flexible and agile way with regards to both hours and location of work, including remote and home working as required and subject to service needs and requirements</li> </ul> What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;looking for someone who has:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Ability to work effectively as part of a team and on own initiative</li> <li>Experience of working in a legal office accredited to Lexcel standards, and of implementing changes to Lexcel Standards</li> <li>Ability to manage relationships with Senior Management and officers in other Departments effectively and proactively</li> <li>Ability to assist driving the performance management framework</li> <li>Ability to assist on the implementation of best value, quality initiatives and improvements to client care</li> <li>Ability to collate and analyse data</li> <li>Ability to assist in driving forward IT and e-government objectives in Legal Services</li> <li>Ability to grasp and assimilate new information quickly</li> <li>Ability to work effectively as part of a team and on own initiative</li> <li>Ability to advise Members and Senior Officers</li> <li>Ability to adopt a proactive approach to providing legal advice and support</li> <li>Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines</li> <li>Ability to relate the Council’s key policy objectives to the provision of the legal service</li> <li>Advocacy</li> <li>Good general level of understanding of IT systems, especially case management/time recording packages</li> <li>Excellent numeracy and literacy skills</li> <li>Understanding of Local Government structures and legal frameworks</li> <li>Understanding of Law Society practice management standards</li> <li>Five GCSEs and 2 A Levels</li> <li>Experience as a paralegal within a legal services team in a Local Authority or law firm</li> <li>Experience of working towards achieving/monitoring quality initiatives</li> <li>Experience in a performance management culture</li> <li>To behave in accordance with our values.</li> <li>Commitment to the principles of agile working including the ability to work flexibly with regards to both hours of work and location of work including remote and home working as required.</li> <li>Paralegal with experience in this field of work</li> <li>Understanding of and commitment to principles of equality and diversity and compliance with Thurrock Council policies.</li> </ul> DBS Check:&nbsp;Basic Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;20th November 2025&nbsp; Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;30th November 2025 Interview Date: To Be Confirmed Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Godwin Mangse - Principal Lawyer, Litigation Team&nbsp; <a href="mailto:godwin.mangse@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">godwin.mangse@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ec3zhM22MQ9Io1xsalGv7skB2UXLE98IPdY6ykKFqQHkHQ?e=IBTlj3" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Thurrock Council

Paralegal - Litigation

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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
We are looking for candidates with experience of providing legal advice relating to information governance (FOI, DPA &amp; GDPR) and civil litigation issues. You will have good communication and IT skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a busy team of solicitors and legal assistants. You will be confident in managing a full caseload of court proceedings and advice matters.
You will have the ability to work well under pressure and to manage a busy workload to tight deadlines.
Please note, that in order to be considered for this position, you must be a qualified and practising barrister, solicitor, legal executive (Fellow) or equivalent (subject to or awaiting QLTS).
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Vicki Shaw on 0151 691 8481 or email <a href="mailto:vickishaw@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">vickishaw@wirral.gov.uk</a>
We've embraced new ways of working and hybrid working between home and office will be a feature of this role, working at the office 2-3 days per week, when necessary. Our technology platform and equipment allow you to connect and collaborate remotely which requires that you have in place good connectivity. This can be discussed more during the recruitment process.
You will find more details about the role in the job description and what we're looking for from you in the person specification. In return, we believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff well-being is a priority for us and regulary promoted, as are professional support and continuous professional development. You will have the chance to be mentored by skilled Local Government Legal professionals in order to support your continued development in the role and your career.
Working at Wirral
You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:
Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.
We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.
We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.
We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.
Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.
We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.&nbsp; Forms received via the post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.
The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.
We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.

Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

Assistant Lawyer/Lawyer (Litigation)

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Redbridge is an ambitious, diverse and exciting east-London borough. What we do is driven by changing our relationship with local people to support our vision. As a result,&nbsp;we've&nbsp;developed innovative ways to build our communities and transform our Council.&nbsp;
We're one of the fastest growing parts of the country and the third most diverse London borough. Our communities are attracted by a mixture of excellent schools, relatively affordable housing, high-quality open space and rapid transport connections into the heart of the City.
Redbridge is a progressive London authority embracing innovation and change.&nbsp; Trading Standards priorities include doorstep crime, fair trading issues, age restricted sales and tackling the illegal economy in fake, illicit or unsafe goods.
Within a small yet proactive Trading Standards team we are look for a motivated and committed individual who can undertake a wide range of trading standards functions, including the investigation of criminal offences, inspection of a wide range of premises and the provision of business advice.
We champion partnership working with neighbouring authorities, Police, private sector and others. Based in the Civic hub in Ilford’s diverse town centre, we actively encourage agile working and measurement of success by outcomes.
About You
Experience of carrying out trading standards inspections, investigations or other criminal enforcement and compliance activities is vital. You must be competent in the legal process aspects of the role and the safeguards applicable when taking enforcement action.
This is an active field officer post, and you will have to exercise warrants, pursue rogue traders and support victims.&nbsp; You will need to be a highly motivated self-starter and completer / finisher with good communication and negotiation skills.&nbsp; You will work in partnership with neighbouring North-East London authorities, Police, Fire, Customs, Home Office and other enforcement teams.&nbsp; You will need the full range of investigation and reporting skills, including appearance at Magistrates’ and Crown Courts.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate a record of achievement and a commitment to supporting vulnerable victims, consumers and compliant businesses within the borough.
A full driving licence and means of travel to multiple sites around the borough is essential.&nbsp;
For further information about the role please contact Gareth Morris
<a href="mailto:gareth.morris@rebridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">gareth.morris@rebridge.gov.uk</a> or 07353 007209
To apply for this post, you must submit an online application form along with uploading a copy of your CV and cover letter. 
All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK. At the London Borough of Redbridge, we receive a high volume of great-quality applicants, we therefore may close a vacancy earlier than advertised. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.

London Borough of Redbridge

Trading Standards Enforcement Officer

Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team: The post forms an integral part of the Licensing Team which is responsible for the Councils licensing functions. The Licensing Enforcement Officer will be responsible for the licensing enforcement service in relation to the Councils licensing responsibilities including the Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, Street Trading, Scrap Metal and Sex Entertainment Licences. You will be part of a small team which consists of the Licensing Manager, a Taxi Enforcement Officer, a Licensing Officer and two Solicitors. The post is office based Monday to Friday, Municipal Buildings, Kingsway, Widnes Hours: 37 per week Your Contributions: The ideal candidate will have experience working within a local authority licensing department and a strong understanding of current licensing legislation, including the Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, Street Trading, Scrap Metal and Sex Entertainment Licences.They will demonstrate the ability to work effectively under pressure, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines. The candidate should have the ability to apply legal knowledge to resolve problems and willingness to lead and undertake inspections, investigations and operations. Experience of carrying out investigations and a knowledge of PACE and RIPA Excellent communication skills are essential, with the ability to engage confidently and courteously with all stakeholders, partner agencies and relevant trade, with the ability to represent he Council at various meetings related to licensing.Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li> A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service with the option to purchase an additional four-days of unpaid leave for our Annual Christmas Closedown</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul>Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact (Kim Hesketh, 0151 511 8066, <a href="mailto:kim.hesketh@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">kim.hesketh@halton.gov.uk</a>) Interviews will take place on (week commencing 8th December 2025) At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a> Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!





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Halton Borough Council

Halton Borough Council's Plan

Licensing Enforcement Officer

About the rolePurpose of the job To assess and take the requisite action in relation to licensing applications and to undertake compliance and enforcement activities and actions in accordance with law, statutory guidance, codes of practice and policy to ensure the Council meets its statutory obligations. The role requires the post holder to be knowledgeable and competent in the practise of all the Team’s licensing responsibilities and to lead in one of the following subject areas: Animal Welfare Licensing and Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing. <ul><li>To undertake licensing inspections, audits, investigations and other enforcement or administrative activities relevant to the Team’s responsibilities and in accordance with law, statutory guidance, codes of practice, PACE and RIPA in line with the principles of risk assessment. </li></ul><ul><li>To use a range of enforcement tools to obtain compliance, including verbal and written warnings, enforcing licence conditions and penalty points, and issuing suspensions and revocations and formal notices in consultation with the Licensing Enforcement Team Leader and relevant senior managers.</li></ul><ul><li>To gather evidence in accordance with PACE and RIPA, conduct PACE interviews, prepare prosecution files, liaise with legal advisors and senior managers, and attend and give evidence in court in accordance with law, policy, and guidance. </li></ul><ul><li>To respond to service requests and investigate complaints relating to premises, vehicles, drivers, and activities for which the service has a licensing responsibility in accordance with law, policy, and guidance within agreed timescales.</li></ul><ul><li>To act as technical lead in Animal Welfare, Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing or Licensing Act 2003/Gambling Act 2003, to involve providing advice on associated licensing matters to businesses, the public, Elected Members, internal and external partners, and agencies.</li></ul><ul><li>To prepare and present licensing reports to the Licensing &amp; Appeals Committee (or sub committees thereof).</li></ul><ul><li>To support senior managers in the development of policy, procedures, guidance, and training materials where it relates to their lead area/s of responsibility.</li></ul><ul><li>To liaise with other services, authorities, and agencies to ensure joined-up and effective delivery of the licensing enforcement function and to undertake outreach and partnership working with the licensed trade</li></ul><ul><li>To undertake personal learning development to maintain up-to-date specialist technical knowledge, including training programmes, conducting own research, and reading as required, to ensure the Council meets its statutory obligations. </li></ul>What will you be doing?<h4>General responsibilities applicable to all jobs</h4> <ol><li>Demonstrate awareness/understanding of equal opportunities and other people’s behavioural, physical, social and welfare needs.</li><li>Comply with the Council’s policies and procedures including (but not limited to) safeguarding, financial regulations, promotion of equalities, customer care, agreed audit actions and health and safety (ensuring that reasonable care is taken at all times for the health, safety and welfare of yourself and other persons).</li><li>Understand the councils commitment to Corporate Parenting and take responsibility to support this commitment. Enable the council to be the best corporate parents possible to children and young people in our current and previous care.</li><li>Carry out any other duties which fall within the broad spirit, scope, and purpose of this job description and which are commensurate with the grade of the post.</li></ol>The job description reflects the major tasks to be carried out by the post holder and identifies a level of responsibility at which they will be required to work. In the interests of effective working, the major tasks may be reviewed from time to time to reflect changing needs and circumstances. Such reviews and any consequential changes will be carried out in consultation with the post holder.About youEducated to A Level or equivalent standardIoL Professional Licensing Practitioners QualificationGood knowledge of licensing law, statutory guidance, codes of practice, in relation to the Licensing Act 2003 and Hackney Carriage and Private Hire licensing and sound knowledge of other licensing regimes to include the Gambling Act 2005, Animal Licensing, Sexual Entertainment Licensing, Street Trading, Charitable Collections, Cosmetic procedures among others. Detailed knowledge of licensing law, statutory guidance, codes of practice in relation to one of the following areas: Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing, Licensing Act 2003/Gambling Act 2005 or Animal Welfare Licensing.Experience of inspection, Enforcement and Prosecution, including PACE and RIPA procedures and requirements. Experience of working effectively in partnership with a range of stakeholders. Fluent in spoken and written English.Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.Able to produce clear and concise and persuasive written reports and letters for the public, senior officers and members.Able to demonstrate skills in planning and organising, including working to tight deadlines and managing a caseload.Computer literate with experience of using management information systems and Microsoft productsAbility to work as part of a team but with the ability to be self-motivated and to work with a minimum of supervision. and manage own caseloadAbility to demonstrate awareness/understanding of equal opportunities and other people’s behaviour, physical, social and welfare needs.Full car driver licence and access to a vehicle for work.Willing to attend work outside of normal office hours and to attend evening meetings as necessary. Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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North Northamptonshire Council

Licensing Enforcement Officer 

Job DescriptionOrganisation: London Borough of Waltham ForestSalary: PO3 - PO6 £45,750 - £57,402 &nbsp;Contract Type: Full-time Permanent&nbsp; &nbsp;Working hours per week: 36Application Deadline: 05/12/2025Proposed Interview Date(s): TBC &nbsp;Reference: 1922About Us:&nbsp;Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp;We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp;London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.&nbsp;About the role:&nbsp;Waltham Forest Legal Services is a high performing in house legal service which plays an essential part in the achievement of the priorities and objectives of Waltham Forest.  Our objective is to provide high quality and efficient professional services that meet our clients’ expectations and provides a business and solution focussed approach.  The Service has been accredited to Lexcel since 2005.  &nbsp;We are looking for a Litigation Lawyer to join our Litigation and Public Law Team to manage solely disrepair Claims. It will be a one-year fixed term contract.  The work will focus on disrepair, Awaab’s Law and related legislation to disrepair matters. You will be responsible for a challenging and complex caseload; you will be line managed by Senior Lawyers and supported by legal officers and paralegals in the team. &nbsp;The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor, or barrister with three years post qualification experience, able to demonstrate experience in managing disrepair litigation. The ability to undertake advocacy in the County Court or Magistrate’s court is desirable.  &nbsp;<a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/LITIGATION%20LAWYER%201922.pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;&nbsp;</a>Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;To be responsible for giving legal advice, drafting documents, conducting litigation, undertaking advocacy and providing support to clients in one or more areas of the Litigation Team’s work as follows; complex possession, homelessness, anti social behaviour and other injunction work.&nbsp;Responsible for conduct of litigation (including advocacy) in the areas of responsibility as assigned by the Senior Lawyer and/or Head of Law (Litigation)&nbsp;To contribute to the effective operational management of the Legal Services team in order to deliver a high quality and cost-effective legal service which includes undertaking work in other areas of Legal Services where required and competent to do so. &nbsp;Qualifications and Requirements:&nbsp;To be considered for this position, you should meet the following requirements: &nbsp;At least one years’ experience as a qualified solicitor, barrister or FILEX&nbsp;Proficiency in office software &nbsp;Terms and conditions:&nbsp;The below terms and conditions apply to this role: &nbsp;Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks; &nbsp;Satisfactory declaration of interest; &nbsp;As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English. &nbsp;How to Apply:&nbsp;Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.  &nbsp;We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.  &nbsp; &nbsp;Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp;Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp;To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp;We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp;For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>.&nbsp;Contact Information:&nbsp;If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Olufunmilayo Makanju, Senior Litigation Lawyer at <a href="mailto:olufunmilayo.makanju@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">olufunmilayo.makanju@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp;Click here for further information on the <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp;





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