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Salary: £75,010 - £85,170 plus Non-contractual MFS of £10,560 Contractual Hours: 35 hours Basis: Full time, Permanent&nbsp; Workplace category: Workplace based
The City of London Corporation is seeking an accomplished Chief Lawyer to lead a section in our Property Division within the Comptroller and City Solicitor’s Department. This is a key leadership role that combines high-level legal expertise with people management and strategic advisory responsibilities.
About the Role
As Chief Lawyer, you will oversee a team of Principal Lawyers and support staff, providing expert legal advice on complex and high-value property matters. You will play a pivotal role in advising on commercial &nbsp;property transactions, open spaces, and charity law, including development agreements, acquisitions, disposals, and lease negotiations.
You will lead on significant legal projects, collaborating closely with colleagues across the Corporation to ensure well-coordinated outcomes. The role also includes regular engagement with senior stakeholders, committees, and external partners.
Key Responsibilities
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<li>Provide high-quality legal advice on commercial and &nbsp;property law, open spaces, and charity law.</li>
<li>Lead and manage a team of lawyers and support staff, ensuring effective performance and professional development.</li>
<li>Advise on complex and high-value transactions, including development agreements, leases, acquisitions, and disposals.</li>
<li>Prepare and present committee reports and represent the department at meetings when required.</li>
<li>Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.</li>
<li>Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of work.</li>
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About You
You will be a qualified solicitor or barrister with at least 10 years’ post-qualification experience and a strong background in commercial property law. You’ll have proven leadership skills, the ability to manage a diverse caseload, and a track record of providing pragmatic, strategic advice on complex property matters.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential, as is experience in advising senior stakeholders and managing a professional legal team.
What We Offer
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<li>Competitive salary between £75,010 and £85,170 per annum.</li>
<li>Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with an employer contribution rate of 21%.</li>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days, plus bank holidays, with increases linked to service.</li>
<li>Learning and development opportunities, including financial support for professional qualifications.</li>
<li>Access to exclusive employee benefits and volunteering opportunities.</li>
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If you are an experienced property lawyer ready to lead a dedicated legal team and make a significant impact within one of London’s most historic and respected institutions, we would like to hear from you.
Apply now&nbsp;to join the City of London Corporation and help shape the legal framework behind some of the City’s most important property projects.
Closing date: 12 Noon on Monday 3rd November 2025
To apply online please click the apply online button.
Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OCOM899 if you experience any difficulties.&nbsp; A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.&nbsp;
If this role is advertised as a secondment, secondments are subject to the agreement of your department releasing you, therefore, you need to discuss this with your line manager prior to applying. The purpose of this will be to discuss what, if any, impact your secondment might have on the service and service delivery should your application be successful, and how this might be addressed.&nbsp;
The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp;
We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Because our roles are so varied, we don’t have a ‘one size fits all’ policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you’ll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It’s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs.&nbsp;
For more information on our categories for workplace attendance, please view our guide&nbsp;here.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
We will be reviewing this policy and approach at regular intervals to ensure we’re meeting our attendance needs.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation, to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.&nbsp;

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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.
An excellent opportunity has arisen within the London Borough of Redbridge for a highly experienced, Principal Lawyer Litigation to join the Council to provide a comprehensive and professional legal service.
You will report to the Chief Legal Officer within the Legal Department. You will also work closely with other Council departmental clients and specialist departments.
Responsibilities -
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<li>You will manage the Litigation Team</li>
<li>Provide expertise and knowledge of, and provide advice and guidance and practical assistance on, local government law in the areas of civil and criminal litigation, regulatory matters, housing law, corporate governance, including representation at courts or tribunals.</li>
<li>Conduct of the Council’s legal caseload in respect of general civil litigation/criminal litigation, and related project matters, including the negotiation and drafting of settlement terms and consent orders, the conduct of appeals and inquiries, and handling enforcement cases in the Magistrates’, Crown, County and High Courts.</li>
<li>Utilising skills and experience gained within a similar position.</li>
<li>To be responsible for the provision of advocacy services at public inquiries, before tribunals, and in the civil courts in civil proceedings in relation to the areas of specialism, such as Planning, Highways, Housing, Licensing, Land Tribunal matters, Contracts, Public Procurement and Regulatory Laws.</li>
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To be successful in this role you will need to:
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<li>Hold a Solicitor, Barrister, FILEX or similar legal qualification and authorised to conduct legal work.</li>
<li>Have experience of conducting civil/criminal litigation, housing and regulatory laws.</li>
<li>Advocacy experience in civil/criminal litigation, dealing with Planning, Property, Housing, Contracts, Regulatory matters.</li>
<li>Experience of advising in local government or similar environment.</li>
<li>Ability to manage a team of lawyers.</li>
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If you feel you meet the above requirements and are keen to join an ambitious, dynamic and innovative team, we would like to hear from you!
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

Principal Litigation Lawyer

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Located on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park amid stunning scenery, Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council is looking to the future to transform and have positive impact on the wellbeing of its current and future generations. With this vision and BGCBC’s values and priorities, local communities will flourish, and Blaenau Gwent will become a stronger and safer place to live with improved opportunities for all. We are looking for like-minded individuals who strive towards excellence to join the team. If you believe you have the desire to make positive impact, this could be the opportunity you have been waiting for!

We are currently offering an exciting and challenging opportunity for a legal property professional to work within an in-house team to provide legal property support and advice on the operational management of the Council’s property portfolio. You will be involved in a wide variety of legal work including advise on property and land law: drafting all types of legal documents in respect of property and land transactions, including leases licences, development agreements, s.106, loan and grant agreements and similar agreements and dealing with statutory designation of land such as Rights of Way, Sites of Importance for Nature Conservancy (SINC’s) &amp; Local Nature Reserves (LNR’s), Dog Control Orders.
You will need to be a qualified Solicitor and have experience within property related matters. Experience of working within a local authority environment would be desirable.&nbsp; You will also need to deliver a high level of service and be able to manage your own case load, acting on your own initiative. Your technical skills will be complimented by your professionalism, enthusiasm and autonomy.
If you want to be part of an enthusiastic and forward-thinking team, with a varied and challenging workload - we would like to hear from you!


This position requires a Professional Registration, please refer to the Person Specification for further details. 


Access to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.

For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.
About us
At Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. &nbsp;We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.
For further information please click here.
Want to ask us a question?
For further information or if you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Louise Horner Team Manager Estates &amp; Strategic Asset Management
Closing Date:
Wednesday 19th November 2025 at 12:00pm, Mid-day
Interview Date:
Wednesday 3rd December 2025

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Coventry City Council, &nbsp;Law and Governance Services is an outcome-focused service recognised for its dedication to improving the communities in which we live and work and delivering professional excellence.The Place Team, Law and Governance Services, is responsible for all planning, highways, and commercial property advice to the Council. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, including but not limited to s.106 agreements, providing planning, legal and policy advice to planning officers, Councillors, stakeholders and senior officers. In addition, the successful candidate will be required to attend decision-making meetings, including the Planning Committee.We are firmly focused on regeneration with major developments and new projects taking place across the city. &nbsp;Coventry is also a lively, multicultural city, which embraces both old and new and is a great place to work. &nbsp;We occupy a modern building (Friargate 1) right by Coventry Station, so we are easily accessible by public transport.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 opportunity has arisen for a qualified and experienced Planning Lawyer to join the Council’s Law and Governance Service. Fast-paced and part of a high-performing team, this is an exciting time for you to join us and develop your career, knowledge and experience within this area of law. If successful, you will be central to providing legal planning support in the delivery of key regeneration projects such as:<ul><li>Coventry City Centre South: The scheme, which has already secured £98m in funding from the West Midlands Combined Authority is located in the southern part of the city centre and is made up of 6.4 hectares / 15 acres (the equivalent of nine football pitches), including Bull Yard, Shelton Square, Market Way, City Arcade which will deliver new homes, a hotel, cinema, retail and restaurants along with co-working and community spaces. These proposals will create a new focal point for all of Coventry’s communities to come together, as well as drawing in visitors, with an inviting new public realm and an accessible events space at its heart. For more information, please visit <a href="https://www.coventrycitycentresouth.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.coventrycitycentresouth.co.uk/</a>&nbsp;
</li></ul><ul><li>Eastern Green Sustainable Urban Extension: The outline proposals for this Sustainable Urban Extension are for approximately 2,625 homes on land north of Eastern Green, Coventry, which would become a new mixed-use community. For more information, please visit <a href="https://www.eastern-green.com" target="_blank">https://www.eastern-green.com</a>
</li></ul>The role will entail transactional, advisory and litigious work, including s.106 agreements, planning enforcement, development management and policy. Development in the team’s other areas of practice, such as property, environment, highways, traffic, rights of way, and common land, will be expected, supported, and encouraged.&nbsp;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? The role will suit a detailed, focused, enthusiastic lawyer who has the dynamism to handle a busy and challenging caseload. You will need strong drafting, negotiating and advisory skills and competence with IT and case management systems and an enabling, positive approach to finding solutions to complex problems as well as the ability to anticipate and adapt to business and client needs and to appreciate risk management issues, working flexibly across a multi-skilled team. &nbsp;If you feel you have the necessary background, experience and skills to undertake this role, we would like to hear from you. Please contact the Place Team Manager (Rob Parkes) on 07566 253043 or the Head of Legal and Procurement (Oluremi Aremu) on 02476&nbsp;972070 if you wish to have an informal discussion about the exciting role.When applying, you will be asked to write a personal statement, which should include/ demonstrate the following:<ul>
<li>An experienced Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (Fellow).</li>
<li>Understanding of the law relating to Planning and experience of successfully managing a busy planning caseload.</li>
<li>Dealing with s106 planning and associated agreements.</li>
<li>Experience of working with elected members and senior officers, including attendance at, and advising the planning committee and other relevant meetings.</li>
<li>Understanding of Planning Legislation, including the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (as amended) and the Development Management Procedure (England) Order 2015 and the ability to provide comprehensive advice to planning officers in relation to the interpretation of these Orders.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Knowledge of the legislation on Compulsory Purchase Orders and the ability to draft the associated documentation.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Knowledge and understanding of local government and administrative law.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>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'.&nbsp;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 which 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 - Planning & Highways

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Closing date:&nbsp;23rd November 2025 Interview date:&nbsp;To be confirmed
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Following a restructure of the Legal Services Team, Winchester City Council are seeking applicants for the&nbsp;Service Lead - Legal&nbsp;position.
Candidates must have an innovative, commercial approach to ensuring the delivery of a high quality in-house legal service. Candidates must be able to work as part of a team, be flexible, enthusiastic and committed with excellent communication skills and an ability to work under pressure and prioritise workloads to meet tight deadlines.
This is an exciting opportunity for talented and enthusiastic individuals to join a committed and highly regarded in-house legal team. The Winchester City Council Legal Services Team is professional, friendly and inclusive. We are employers who develop talent, encourage innovation and offer a supportive and flexible working environment.
We offer an excellent package of benefits including:
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<li>Hybrid-working (50% in the office, 50% at home – after first 3 weeks in office)</li>
<li>Employer paid health cash plan</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for cars and bikes&nbsp;</li>
<li>26 days annual leave per year rising to 33 days - dependent on length of service</li>
<li>13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements)</li>
<li>Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave</li>
<li>Free parking (during work hours) at any Winchester Park and Ride</li>
<li>Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Discounts at a range of major high street brands and the two leisure centres in the district</li>
<li>Season Ticket loans&nbsp;</li>
<li>Excellent working environment</li>
<li>Support for continuous professional development</li>
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For an informal discussion about any of the posts please contact Gareth John, Director of Legal on 01962 848386 or Karen Murphy, Commercial Law Manager on 01962 842441.

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Are you ready to take the next step in your career, in an organisation where you will be supported to excel professionally? If so, join the new Legal Team at West Northants Council, one of the newest and the fourth biggest Unitary Councils in England.We are continuing with the growth of the new team with the addition of a Senior Litigation Lawyer to sit within the Corporate legal area.For more information please&nbsp;contact Nicki Agalamanyi, Head of Legal (Corporate) on 07901931853 for a confidential discussion.Due to the nature of the role, we will require the successful candidate to work on a full time basis.&nbsp;Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? If you have experience in litigation, particularly housing matters and general civil litigation, we want to hear from you. Skills in criminal litigation would be welcome but are not essential for this role.Your duties will involve:<ul>
<li>Housing disrepair claims</li>
<li>Possession claims for antisocial behaviour, rent arrears etc</li>
<li>Advice on commercial tenancies</li>
<li>Judicial Review matters</li>
<li>Advocacy at the County Court/High Court as may be required</li>
<li>Defending general litigation matters initiated against the council</li>
<li>Assisting with policy and procedures related to civil litigation</li>
<li>Assisting with insurance claims for personal injury</li>
<li>Assisting with criminal litigation and/or licensing matters as may be required</li>
<li>Assisting in the training and supervision of Paralegals and Legal Assistants as may be required</li>
</ul>About you No two days are the same at West Northants. We deliver legal services across a wide range of council departments giving you exposure to a broad range of legal work.Therefore, if you are looking to further develop your existing local government experience, change sector into local government or return to work after a career break, you won’t find a better place to do so. Whilst local government experience is not essential, a passion for delivering an excellent legal service in a fast-paced environment and a desire to help shape and deliver an exemplar local authority legal service is.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>Are you ready to take the next step in your career, in an organisation where you will be supported to excel professionally? If so, join the new Legal Team at West Northants Council, one of the newest and the fourth biggest Unitary Councils in England.We are continuing with the growth of the new team with the addition of a Senior Litigation Lawyer to sit within the Corporate legal area.For more information please&nbsp;contact Nicki Agalamanyi, Head of Legal (Corporate) on 07901931853 for a confidential discussion.Due to the nature of the role, we will require the successful candidate to work on a full time basis.&nbsp;<h2>Additional information</h2>No two days are the same at West Northants. We deliver legal services across a wide range of council departments giving you exposure to a broad range of legal work.Therefore, if you are looking to further develop your existing local government experience, change sector into local government or return to work after a career break, you won’t find a better place to do so. Whilst local government experience is not essential, a passion for delivering an excellent legal service in a fast-paced environment and a desire to help shape and deliver an exemplar local authority legal service is.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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Job Title:&nbsp;Senior Lawyer - Litigation
Language:&nbsp;UK
Job Number:&nbsp;HCAA02654
Service:&nbsp;Legal
DBS Required:&nbsp;Yes
Agreement Type:&nbsp;Permanent
Work Pattern:&nbsp;Full Time
Contracted Hours:&nbsp;36
Grade:&nbsp;PO9
SCP Range:&nbsp;£66,084 - £67,260
Are you an experienced litigation lawyer ready to lead complex and high-profile legal matters within local government? We are seeking a&nbsp;Senior Litigation Lawyer&nbsp;to join our Legal Services team and contribute to delivering a modern, high-performing legal function at the heart of public service.
<h3>About the Role</h3>
You will play a key role in managing and delivering high-quality legal advice and representation across a wide range of litigation matters. This includes acting as the lead on complex cases involving&nbsp;judicial reviews, injunctions, enforcement actions, statutory appeals, regulatory prosecutions, and general civil/criminal litigation within a local authority context.
This is a strategic role with leadership responsibilities. You will supervise and mentor a team of lawyers and legal officers, help shape the authority’s litigation strategy, and support the broader objectives of the Council through proactive legal solutions.&nbsp;While the post has elements related to public realm and civil enforcement, it is primarily focused on broader litigation impacting various council services, including housing, planning, environmental protection, and governance.
<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>
- Manage a varied and complex litigation caseload, including high-risk and high-profile matters. - Provide expert legal advice to internal stakeholders, including senior officers and elected members. - Represent the Council in courts and tribunals, including advocacy where appropriate. - Draft and review court documents, contracts, agreements, and legal opinions. - Supervise and support lawyers and paralegals, ensuring quality and consistency. - Contribute to the development of litigation strategies and service improvements across the legal team. - Ensure compliance with legal duties, policies, and procedures, including providing governance advice.
About You
We are looking for an ambitious and pragmatic legal professional with:
- Qualified solicitor, barrister or CILEX lawyer with a current practising certificate (‘Authorisation to conduct litigation’ from the Bar standards board for Barristers or ‘Practice rights’ for CILEX).
- Significant post-qualification experience in litigation, ideally within or advising local authorities.
- Previous experience of people management, ideally within a local authority setting (or similar).
- Strong understanding of public law principles, local government law, civil procedure, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to provide clear, concise legal advice.
- A strategic thinker who can manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure.
- Proven experience in supervising legal staff and managing complex caseloads effectively.
- Confident advocate, comfortable representing the Council in court or tribunals.
- A collaborative and solution-focused approach, with a commitment to public service values.
An Enhanced DBS Check is required for this role.
Why Join Us?
London Borough of Hackney offers a dynamic and supportive environment where you’ll be part of a dedicated legal team working at the centre of local democracy. You’ll have access to flexible working, a generous leave package, local government pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development.
You will also be helping shape the future of our community – ensuring fairness, accountability and positive outcomes for all our residents.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented in the legal profession.
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.&nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
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.
Closing date for applications:&nbsp;23 November 2025 (22:59)
Interview and assessment date:&nbsp;W/c 1 December&nbsp;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>

London Borough of Hackney

Senior Lawyer - Litigation

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Full time - Permanent
Location: Town Hall/Lynton House
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Assistant to join our friendly and professional legal department here at the London Borough of Redbridge, to provide a comprehensive and professional legal service on a permanent basis. The London Borough of Redbridge is an exciting&nbsp;and&nbsp;rapidly evolving place to live and work. This post is a key opportunity for a highly motivated property legal assistant or paralegal to bring their experience and enthusiasm to the team.
You will report to the Principal Lawyer $ú Property and Planning within the Legal Department. You will also work closely with other Council departmental clients and specialist departments.
You will provide the Council with sound advice and guidance on aspects of all property related work.
Responsibilities -&nbsp;
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<li>Conduct a full range of residential property cases and some commercial property cases on behalf of the Council's Housing and Property Team.</li>
<li>Liaising with HMRC in relation to SDLT liability.</li>
<li>Complete and lodge application for first registration at Land Registry</li>
<li>Handling of post completion enquiries including request for certificate of compliance, deed of postponement and requisitions raised by the Land Registry.</li>
<li>Experience of drafting less complex title reports.</li>
<li>Utilising skills and experience gained within a similar position, you will report to the Principal Lawyer (Property &amp; Planning) and will have your own varied caseload of matters including residential and commercial property and land transactions.</li>
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To be successful in this role you will need to:
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<li>Hold a qualifying law degree, LPC or equivalent legal qualification.</li>
<li>Have experience of both residential and commercial conveyancing, preferably in a local government context.</li>
<li>Experienced of dealing with all aspects of Right to Buy transactions</li>
<li>Sound knowledge of the law and practice of property law</li>
<li>Conduct a case load within your area of expertise with limited supervision</li>
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If you feel you meet the above requirements and are keen to join an ambitious, dynamic and innovative team, we would like to hear from you.
To apply for this post please visit <a href="http://www.redbridge.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.redbridge.gov.uk/jobs</a> or copy the following link into your browser:&nbsp;
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All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK.
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.

Senior Legal Assistant

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Senior Lawyer (Childcare)

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Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £53,460 to £56,681 per year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance plus up to £4,000 Market Rate Supplement Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentWe have an exciting opportunity available within our legal team where you will assist in making sure an efficient, effective and economic legal service is delivered to the Council, its Executive, Committees, Sub Committees, departments and its wholly owned companies.Working within the property planning and Contracts team, you will conduct and manage a mixed caseload of commercial contracts, procurement and governance related work.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for an experienced lawyer with a broad range of good commercial contracts and procurement experience, ideally within a local government/public sector context.You must be able to demonstrate significant experience of undertaking complex legal work in commercial contracts and procurement and have a sound understanding of the applicable legal framework.The post holder must be capable of working under pressure, taking initiative and adopting proactive approaches to deliver a fast and efficient service and must be able to perform legal work with minimum supervision.You must be able to communicate at all levels clearly and concisely, providing professional and commercial advice to a wide range of clients within the Council.You must be a UK qualified Solicitor or Barrister or Fellow of CILEX with substantial relevant post qualification experience and hold a practicing certificate with a minimum of six years plus post qualification experience.Please ensure your supporting statement demonstrates your experience and knowledge in order for your application to be considered.<h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href="https://jobs.luton.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank">https://jobs.luton.gov.uk/how-to-apply/</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1228931&amp;ptId=11960" target="_blank">download: JD M5 Solicitor -Senior Contract Solicitor 14.10.21 FINAL (1).pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1228932&amp;ptId=11960" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer (1) (3).pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Senior Solicitor -  Contracts and Procurement

<h5>The opportunity and the context </h5>Cambridgeshire &amp; Peterborough Combined Authority is on the move — and fast.Recently shortlisted for Most Improved Authority at the Local Government Chronicle Awards, we’re seizing the momentum of the government’s devolution programme to take bold steps in shaping the future of our region.We’re now looking for a passionate and forward-thinking Transport Lawyer to join our award-winning transport team — shortlisted as finalists for CIHT Creating Better Places Award, National Transport Awards – John Prescott Regional Transport Authority of the Year, National Transport Awards – Exemplary approach to Active Travel &amp; Public Space. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the legal forefront of transformative transport initiatives. From trailblazing local bus franchising to supporting the mayor’s ambitious light rail vision, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of transport.This is more than just a legal role — it’s a chance to shape the future of transport in one of the UK’s most dynamic regions. You’ll be at the forefront of high-profile, high-impact work, with direct exposure to central government, regional leaders, and major infrastructure partners.As part of the Legal &amp; Governance Directorate, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues in Legal Services, Procurement, and Democratic Services, advising on contracts, vires, governance, and decision-making. You’ll also gain valuable experience working across complex, multi-agency projects — ideal for developing your legal expertise and strategic thinking.<h5>Why join us? </h5>What’s in it for you?<ul><li>A front-row seat to some of the most exciting transport developments in the country</li><li>Opportunities to grow your legal career in a high-profile, politically engaged environment</li><li>Supportive leadership and a collaborative culture that values innovation and professional development</li><li>The chance to make a tangible difference to communities across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough</li></ul>How to ApplyPlease send your cv and covering letter to <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>.Your covering letter is your opportunity to shine; we’d love to hear how your experience, skills and passion align with the Job Description and Person Specification. Tell us how you’d make an impact in this role and why it excites you.The full job description can be found <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/LAWYER-JD-Transport-October-2025.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>.Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.Key Dates<ul><li>Closing date: Monday 10th November 2025 at 9am</li><li>Please note this is the closing date for this vacancy is as stated here; other job sites may display a different date.</li></ul>EnquiriesFor more information, contact: <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>Right to WorkThis role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have an existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application.Our CommitmentWe are a Disability Confident Employer and proud supporters of the Care Leavers Covenant and Armed Forces Covenant.We encourage applicants to complete our voluntary Equal Opportunities Questionnaire. Your participation in this process is entirely optional and will not impact your application in any way. The information you provide will be kept confidential and will only be used for internal monitoring purposes. Please click on the link to complete this <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=3rPJZkNKK0yzoqPzEsATlGpX54cFjeZLuAOhvfJ21XJUNkpPQldJWDNLWVJYSjQ5Q0xOQjFZTFNLSS4u" target="_blank">Equal Opportunities Questionnaire Form</a>. For more information, please visit <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/about-us/career-opportunities/" target="_blank">this page</a>.<ul></ul>

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority

Transport Lawyer

<h5>The opportunity and the context </h5>Join a Bold and Ambitious Authority – Be Part of Shaping the FutureCambridgeshire &amp; Peterborough Combined Authority is entering a new phase of empowered regional leadership.Recently shortlisted for Most Improved Authority at the Local Government Chronicle Awards, we’re leveraging the opportunities presented by the government’s devolution programme to take bold, strategic steps in shaping the future of our region. With greater autonomy and influence, CPCA is driving forward initiatives that will unlock growth, improve infrastructure, and deliver real change for our communities.We’re now looking for an experienced Company/Commercial Solicitor to join our dynamic and expanding Legal &amp; Governance team. We are proud to share that our Governance team was shortlisted as finalists for the Democratic Services Team of the Year 2024 by ADSO—an achievement that reflects our dedication to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement in public service.This is a pivotal moment to join the organisation. With upcoming developments including the creation of a Mayoral Corporation Development, spatial planning initiatives, and enhanced powers under the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill, your expertise will be central to our evolution.This is more than a legal role. You’ll be at the heart of delivering our Local Growth Plan and supporting the Mayor’s ambition to make the CPCA area the UK’s fastest-growing local economy outside London.As part of the Legal &amp; Governance directorate, you’ll play a key role in ensuring robust governance and delivering high-quality legal advice. You’ll work collaboratively across Legal, Procurement, and Governance teams, as well as with external stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include:Advising on a wide range of contracts and grant funding agreementsSupporting the creation and operation of special purpose vehicles and subsidiary companiesProviding legal advice to elected members, including attendance at committee meetings<h5>Our Team Culture </h5>We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking working environment. The Legal &amp; Governance team is known for its supportive ethos, professional integrity, and commitment to continuous improvement. We value open communication, shared learning, and celebrating success together.You’ll be joining a team that’s not only highly skilled but also genuinely passionate about public service and making a difference. We encourage innovation, welcome diverse perspectives, and offer opportunities for professional development and growth.Whether you’re contributing to strategic decision-making or mentoring junior colleagues, your voice will be heard, and your impact will be valued.<h5>How to apply </h5>How to ApplyPlease send your cv and covering letter to <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>.Your covering letter is your opportunity to shine; we’d love to hear how your experience, skills and passion align with the Job Description and Person Specification. Tell us how you’d make an impact in this role and why it excites you.The full job description can be found <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/documents/HR/job-vacancies/LAWYER-JD-Company-Commercial-October-2025.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.Key Dates<ul><li>Closing date: Monday 10th November 2025 at 9am</li><li>Please note this is the closing date for this vacancy is as stated here; other job sites may display a different date.</li></ul>We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.EnquiriesFor more information, contact: <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>Right to WorkThis role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have an existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application.Our CommitmentWe are a Disability Confident Employer and proud supporters of the Care Leavers Covenant and Armed Forces Covenant.We encourage applicants to complete our voluntary Equal Opportunities Questionnaire. Your participation in this process is entirely optional and will not impact your application in any way. The information you provide will be kept confidential and will only be used for internal monitoring purposes. Please click on the link to complete this <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=3rPJZkNKK0yzoqPzEsATlGpX54cFjeZLuAOhvfJ21XJUNkpPQldJWDNLWVJYSjQ5Q0xOQjFZTFNLSS4u" target="_blank">Equal Opportunities Questionnaire Form</a>. For more information, please visit <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/about-us/career-opportunities/" target="_blank">this page</a>.





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Commercial Lawyer

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Work Location: Winchester City Council Offices
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date:&nbsp; Sunday 9th November
Interview date: To be confirmed
To apply, please click the 'apply' button above or please send your CV and covering letter to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk" target="_blank">hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk</a>.
This is a pivotal moment to join Winchester City Council’s Legal Services Team. Following a recent restructure, we’ve investing in key roles to help shape the future of our Legal Service.
Winchester City Council is seeking a proactive&nbsp;Senior Property Lawyer&nbsp;to join our Legal Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a wide range of property matters that support the Council’s strategic goals, including regeneration projects and affordable housing initiatives.
About us:
Working as the&nbsp;Senior Property Lawyer&nbsp;within our Legal Services department, you’ll join a professional, friendly and inclusive team who are committed to providing an excellent service. We are employers who develop talent, encourage innovation and offer a supportive and flexible working environment.
What we are looking for:
You will be successful in the&nbsp;Senior Property Lawyer&nbsp;role if:
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<li>You have an innovative and commercial approach to ensure the delivery of a high quality in-house legal service.</li>
<li>You are able to work as part of a team, be flexible, enthusiastic and committed.</li>
<li>You have demonstratable experience of providing legal advice and support in local authority or a comparable organisation, applying the legislation, guidelines, regulations, code of practice and industry standards.</li>
<li>You have supported asset purchase and disposal, landlord and tenant issues, and affordable housing schemes.</li>
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Why Join Us:
We offer an excellent package of benefits including:
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<li>Hybrid-working (50% in the office, 50% at home – after first 3 weeks in office)</li>
<li>Employer paid health cash plan</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for cars and bikes&nbsp;</li>
<li>26 days annual leave per year rising to 33 days - dependent on length of service</li>
<li>13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements)</li>
<li>Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave</li>
<li>Free parking (during work hours) at any Winchester Park and Ride</li>
<li>Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Discounts at a range of major high street brands and the two leisure centres in the district</li>
<li>Season Ticket loans&nbsp;</li>
<li>Excellent working environment</li>
<li>Support for continuous professional development</li>
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Contact details for an informal discussion:
Karen Murphy, Commercial Law Manager via email (<a href="mailto:KMurphy@winchester.gov.uk" target="_blank">KMurphy@winchester.gov.uk</a>) or via telephone on 01962 842441.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to work in the Winchester District!
For further information about the role and requirements please see the Job Description.

Senior Property Lawyer

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CV’s (unless specified on the advert).
Please fully complete the online application form.
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We wish to recruit a Lawyer into the Litigation and Regulatory team with responsibility for providing legal services in relation to Adult Social Care debt recovery related matters. The post holder will carry a caseload of Debt Recovery &nbsp;cases in relation to Adult social care debt , often complex in nature and working with limited supervision Demonstrable experience of the Law relating to civil litigation and debt recovery is essential.
Provisional Interview date - 18th November 2025

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Sefton Council LGA Peer Review - 2022

Adult Social Care Debt Recovery Lawyer

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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;



We are pleased to be advertising the role of Compliance Officer within the Adults and Health Directorate. This is a permanent role to work within the Adult Social Care Quality Assurance Team.&nbsp; 
This role is key to the success and sustainability of locally commissioned provider services. The role will contribute to a program of work which focuses on compliance, improvements to quality of care and development of the provider sector.&nbsp; If you have experience of undertaking quality assurance work within the adult social care sector…….we want to hear from you!
About you…
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<li>A-Level equivalent in Maths and English</li>
<li>Experience of working in a Quality Assurance and/or within a regulatory role for the provider sector</li>
<li>Experience of delivering service improvement</li>
<li>Detail orientated and able to think creatively</li>
<li>Strong partnership working skills</li>
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About the role…
To be successful as the Compliance Officer your duties will include:
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<li>Maintaining regular contact with care providers via monthly multi-disciplinary meetings</li>
<li>Acting as a point of contact for care providers regarding any issues connected to quality and compliance in line with their CQC regulatory standards of care</li>
<li>Providing regular updates to providers via newsletter, email and telephone contact on various topics including training, infection control etc.</li>
<li>Acting as a link to national, regional and local forums connected to provider care provision including Skills for Care</li>
<li>Working with the Compliance Lead to co-ordinate the assurance visits, undertake pre-assurance visit research and collate data to prepare for potential key lines of enquiry</li>
<li>Undertaking aspects of the assurance visits in line with Rutland’s Assurance Framework and to record, analyse and report findings from these visits to produce SMART action plans which support an approach of continuous improvement</li>
<li>Involvement in implementing projects with providers, informed by national, regional and local priorities and to co-produce, co-design with providers wherever possible</li>
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Please note you will require a full driving license to enable you to travel around the county.
The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The costs for the DBS are paid by us.
Compliance Officerinterviews will be held week commencing 17 November 2025
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>Care/Support professional role within the Provider Sector</li>
<li>Commissioning and Compliance roles</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 contact Kelly McAleese on 01572 758167 or at <a href="mailto:kmcaleese@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">kmcaleese@rutland.gov.uk</a>
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>
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.

Rutland County Council

Compliance Officer

Senior Legal Officer PermanentFull time, 37 hours per week NS12 £41,771 to £44,075 per annum plus a £5,000 market supplement until March 2028 (subject to review) This role may also be offered as a development opportunity for candidates who are fully qualified but have less post-qualification experience. Please see below for details Step into a pivotal legal role where your expertise shapes public service delivery.Are you a skilled legal professional ready to make a real impact in local government? We’re looking for a dynamic Senior Legal Officer to join our Legal Services team—supporting the Principal Legal Officer in delivering high-quality, efficient legal support to the Council and its partners.This is more than just a legal job, it’s a chance to influence decisions, represent the Council at the highest levels, and manage a diverse caseload that keeps you engaged and challenged every day.If you’re the right person with the drive and potential but slightly less experience but qualified, we’d still love to hear from you. We can offer this role as a development opportunity at NS10 grade £36,363 to £39,152, supporting your growth into the full Senior Legal Officer position.What you’ll be doing:Working in the contentious team you will be working across a breadth of areas of Local Government including Housing, Planning, Environmental Health and Public Protection. You can actively contribute to tackling anti social behaviour, reducing crime and improving the lives of those living in the District, whilst developing your skills and knowledge as a lawyer.As member of the contentious team you will be:<ul><li>Preparing and issuing proceedings in the Courts.</li><li>Attending hearings and advocating on behalf of the Council where authorised.</li><li>Carrying out work and providing advice in relation to the varied range of Council services.</li><li>Researching and advising on legal and quasi-legal matters for the Council and Parish Councils.</li></ul>This really is a role which is rewarding, personally and professionallyWhat you’ll bring:<ul><li>You’re a Barrister, qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate, trainee Solicitor about to qualify, or a qualified Legal Executive</li><li>Proven experience handling a substantial and complex legal workload across diverse areas</li><li>A passion for public service, a sharp legal mind, and the confidence to advise at all levels of governance</li></ul>This is your opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment where your legal acumen helps shape the future of our community.We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking Council with strong values and a culture of doing our absolute best to serve our customers. We are proud of our organisational culture and receive positive feedback from our employees. We have a programme of internal activity to ensure that the voices of our employees are always heard and that they are kept informed on all Council activity and events. From roadshows to an annual award ceremony, from reviewing working arrangements to our Hug in a Mug initiative, it is incredibly important our employees are shown how valued they are and that they remain the beating heart of our workplace.We offer:<ul><li>Enrolment in the career average local government pension scheme.</li><li>Flexi scheme.</li><li>Hybrid working.</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement that increases with service.</li><li>Family-friendly benefits.</li><li>One days’ paid volunteering leave.</li><li>Lifestyle benefits platform.</li><li>Funded health cash plan.</li><li>Free car parking*</li><li>£10 a month gym membership at one of our four gyms in the district.</li></ul>You will be working with a professional, committed and experienced team who are passionate about supporting us to deliver the objectives as outlined in our Community Plan.For an informal chat or more information, please contact Lisa Ingram, Principal Legal Officer on 01636 655568.*Free staff parking is valid until 30 June 2026.As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce.Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms. Closing Date: Tuesday 28th October 2025Interview: to be confirmed 





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Newark & Sherwood District Council

Senior Legal Officer

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Team Leader - &nbsp;Contracts and Commissioning
Mid Kent Legal Services
This is a full time hybrid working role. About Us
Mid Kent Legal Services (MKLS) provides legal services and advice across the mid-Kent area (to Swale, Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells councils).&nbsp; The service covers a range of areas including Property and Regeneration, Planning, Contentious, Contracts &amp; Commissioning and Corporate Governance. Working across multiple councils means a range of high-level, challenging and impactful work ranging from supporting the delivery of garden communities, to the redevelopment of large shopping centres, to letting very large contracts, to delivering affordable housing. In short, it’s a real opportunity to make a difference in an area with vibrant towns, beautiful villages and countryside and fantastic leisure and cultural amenities.
MKLS’s has a reputation as being forward thinking, progressive and innovative and is closely and strongly aligned with is partner authorities. It provides a supportive and nurturing environment, providing opportunities for staff to progress internally and uses technology to maximise the effective use of lawyers' time. In short, it is a great place to work. We are now looking for a Team Leader (Contracts and Commissioning) to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 34 hours per week. The Benefits
- Salary of £57,703- £64,906 per annum + £7,000 market supplement
- Local Government pension scheme
- Generous annual leave plus time off between Christmas and New Year and options to purchase extra leave
- Wellbeing support including confidential advice, counselling and flu vaccines
- Discounts on leisure, retail, and fuel and salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle to Work and car leasing
- Generous sick pay
- Free parking across the 3 Partner Authority sites
- Season ticket loans for rail/bus travel This is the ideal opportunity for an experienced legal professional with expertise in contracts and commissioning and a great leadership style to join our forward-thinking shared service and make a difference to the lives of people who live and work in the Mid-Kent area With extensive wellbeing benefits and a brilliant pension scheme, you’ll enjoy a rewarding career where your expertise is recognised and will also benefit from hybrid working where&nbsp; you will be able to save on commuting time and expenses on the days when you are not travelling to one of the offices. What’s more, we offer outstanding working arrangements, with the majority of your time spent working from home and a 34 hour working week including 1pm finishes on Fridays. On top of this, we offer a number of working options such as compressed hours, nine day fortnights and part-time working&nbsp; all within an inclusive and supportive working environment where your wellbeing is prioritised. The Role
As our Team Leader /(Contracts and Commissioning), you will lead and manage our&nbsp;Contracts and Commissioning team,&nbsp;manage a caseload of complex and high profile contract and commissioning matters and deliver high-quality legal services across all three local authorities. This pivotal role combines strategic leadership with providing expert legal advice on contracts and commissioning, ensuring compliance with Lexcel standards and promoting the shared legal service’s vision. Overseeing our team’s development, you will manage recruitment, training and performance whilst serving as the most senior fee earner, providing high-level legal advice to elected members, committees and senior managers. You will also support the delivery of the partnership’s strategic objectives, maintaining up-to-date legal expertise and promoting the service internally and externally to improve understanding of legal procedures and build the MKLS reputation. Additionally, you will:
- Lead training sessions, provide guidance notes and offer legal supervision
- Represent MKLS at external meetings
- Ensure compliance with council policies
This is an exciting time to join the MKLS Contracts &amp; Commissioning Team with a number of large and high-profile projects happening across the Partner Authorities.
About You
To be considered as our Team Leader (Contracts and Commissioning), you will need:
- To be a qualified solicitor, barrister, chartered legal executive or have equivalent qualification and&nbsp; experience
- Extensive post qualification legal practice experience in contracts and commissioning
- Experience providing legal advice and support to senior leaders and key decision-makers in contracts and commissioning law and practice
- Experience operating in politically sensitive environments
- Experience of staff management
- Experience of the successful performance management of legal fee earners
- Knowledge and understanding of the political nature of local government and democratic process
- A full, valid UK driving licence Other organisations may call this role Solicitor, Barrister, Chartered Legal Executive, Attorney, Legal Counsel, Legal Services Team Leader, Senior Contracts and Commissioning Lawyer, Commissioning and Legal Team Leader, Contracts and Governance Manager, Senior Legal Advisor, or Legal Operations Team Leader. If you would like to discuss this position, please contact Timothy Pyant, Interim Business Manager on 01622 602155.
Closing Date: 2nd November 2025&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment
Interview Date: TBC
So, if you’re looking for a great new opportunity as a Team Leader (Contracts &amp; Commissioning), please apply via the button shown above. For further information on other opportunities with Mid Kent Legal Services please visit <a href="https://midkentcouncil.webrecruit.co.uk/" target="_blank">Mid Kent Legal Services</a>.
Mid Kent Legal Services and Maidstone, Swale and Tunbridge Wells local authorities are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

Swale Borough Council

Team Leader -  Contracts and Commissioning

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Senior Lawyer - Property and Regeneration
Mid Kent Legal Services
This a full time hybrid working role. About Us
Mid Kent Legal Services (MKLS) provides legal services and advice across the Mid-Kent area (to Swale, Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells councils). The service covers a range of areas including Property and Regeneration, Planning, Contentious, Contracts &amp; Commissioning and Corporate Governance. Working across multiple councils means a range of high-level, challenging and impactful work ranging from supporting the delivery of garden communities, to the redevelopment of large shopping centres, to letting very large contracts, to delivering affordable housing. In short, it’s a real opportunity to make a difference in an area with vibrant towns, beautiful villages and countryside and fantastic leisure and cultural amenities.
MKLS’s has a reputation as being forward thinking, progressive and innovative and is closely and strongly aligned with is partner authorities. It provides a supportive and nurturing environment, providing opportunities for staff to progress internally and uses technology to maximise the effective use of lawyers' time. In short, it is a great place to work. We are now looking for a Senior Lawyer (Property and Regeneration) to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 34 hours per week. The Benefits
- Salary of £48,657 - £54,727 per annum + £7,000 market supplement
- Local Government pension scheme
- Generous annual leave plus time off office closure between Christmas and New Year (and an option to purchase extra leave
- Wellbeing support including confidential advice, counselling, flu vaccines
- Discounts on leisure, retail, and fuel and salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle to Work and car leasing
- Generous sick pay
- Free parking across the 3 Partner Authority sites
- Season ticket loans for rail/bus travel This is the ideal opportunity for experienced property and regeneration lawyer with a track record of providing high-level legal advice to join our forward-thinking shared service. With exceptional benefits, a brilliant pension scheme and opportunities for professional growth, you’ll enjoy a rewarding public sector career with more flexibility and development and significantly less commuting. What’s more, we offer outstanding working arrangements, with the majority of your time spent working from home and a 34 hour working week including 1pm finishes on Fridays. On top of this, we offer a number of working options such as compressed hours, nine day fortnights and part-time working all within an inclusive and supportive working environment where your wellbeing is prioritised. The Role
As our Senior Lawyer (Property and Regeneration), you will manage a caseload of complex property and regeneration work. Ensuring we operate at the forefront of legal excellence and align with Lexcel standards, you will provide high-level legal advice and services to elected members, senior managers and staff across all three local authorities. You will supervise less senior fee earners and Legal Support Officers, ensuring high-quality support in legal transactions. Additionally, you will: - Stay updated on legal developments in property and regeneration law and practice
- Represent MKLS in internal working groups and external meetings
- Deputise for the Team Leader/Practice Area Lead when required
- Uphold the Council’s policies
This is an exciting time to join the MKLS Property &amp; Regeneration Team with a number of large and high-profile projects happening across the Partner Authorities.
About You
To be considered as our Senior Lawyer (Property and Regeneration), you will need:
- To be a qualified solicitor, barrister, chartered legal executive or have equivalent qualification and experience
- Post qualification legal practice experience in property and regeneration
- Experience providing legal advice and support to senior leaders and key decision-makers in property and regeneration law and practice
- Experience advising Members on all aspects of property and regeneration law and procedures
-Experience operating in politically sensitive environments
- Knowledge and understanding of the political nature of local government and democratic process
- A full, valid UK driving licence
Other organisations may call this role&nbsp;Senior Legal Counsel, Lead Lawyer, Legal Services Manager, Solicitor, Barrister, Chartered Legal Executive, or Senior Legal Manager. If you would like to discuss this position, please contact Timothy Pyant, Interim Business Manager on 01622 602155.
Closing Date: 2nd November 2025&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment
Interview Date: TBC
So, if you’re looking for a great new opportunity as a Senior Lawyer (Contracts &amp; Commissioning), please apply via the button shown above. For further information on other opportunities with Mid Kent Legal Services please visit <a href="https://midkentcouncil.webrecruit.co.uk/" target="_blank">Mid Kent Legal Services</a>.
Mid Kent Legal Services and Maidstone, Swale and Tunbridge Wells local authorities are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

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Permanent Ref: LA202 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister in the Council’s Legal Governance Section. The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience of conducting civil and/or criminal litigation in the County Court and/or Magistrates Court, be able to work on his/her own initiative and give advice on a wide range of legal issues. Knowledge and experience of housing, homelessness, anti-social behaviour, licensing and environment related law is important; however, equally as important is a flexible, “can-do”, attitude and enthusiasm for learning new areas of Local Government law. The Lead Litigation Lawyer will require a number of years of post qualification experience and the ability to lead a small team. You will be joining a progressive Section with a good reputation for its service and commitment to staff and prospects for advancement. For an initial discussion please contact Isha Prince, Head of Legal and Democratic Services 01442 228126 (ext.2614) The deadline for applications will be midnight on the closing date shown in the advert details.

Dacorum Borough Council

Litigation Team Manager

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Wokingham Borough Council have an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives) to join our in-house legal service specialising in Litigation, on a full-time, permanent basis.
As a Lawyer, you will have the opportunity to work on a range of interesting, high profile and rewarding cases, with the potential to explore other areas of law depending on work demands.
We are seeking a candidate with knowledge and experience in either Civil and/or Criminal Litigation, along with a willingness to learn and develop expertise in Employment Law and Practice.
The successful candidate will support an experienced Senior Employment Lawyer by advising on employment matters as a secondary area of work. While prior experience in Employment Law is preferred, it is not essential—comprehensive support and training will be provided to the right candidate.
As with all roles within the Council’s Legal Service, the candidate will also be expected to develop a working knowledge of Local Government Law to advise on governance-related matters.
You may have already worked within the public sector, but we also encourage candidates from the private sector, including the Legal Aid sector, as we often have before in other areas of practice!
Hybrid working - We work flexibly with most lawyers working primarily from home, although the successful candidate must be able to attend court where and when necessary, and attend our offices for in-person meetings based on business needs.
Benefits
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ And much more
Key responsibilities: 
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<li>Responsible for implementing a consistent, corporate approach to legal advice and acting as an expert advisor in respect to the law, best practice and procedure;</li>
<li>To assist the Principal Lawyer &amp; Team Leader to deliver high performance within the relevant legal team</li>
<li>A senior officer of the relevant legal team taking a proactive role in ensuring that (i) the Council’s vision, values and objective are met and (ii) the LIGS service plan is delivered, both in accordance with the law and best practice</li>
<li>Be one of the professional experts for relevant area of expertise within relevant legal</li>
<li>To adopt best practice in the management of individual matters through the appropriate use of the Legal Services case management system and good legal practice management standards, including the use of appropriate software packages.</li>
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Candidate requirements:
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<li>Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives</li>
<li>Adaptable and highly organised to manage case load and projects</li>
<li>Knowledge of civil and /or criminal litigation&nbsp; with an ability to develop in the other areas as well as Employment Law..</li>
<li>Ability to work professionally and confidently in an organised manner with minimal supervision.</li>
<li>A competent IT user, team player and confident managing a wide case load</li>
<li>Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with a range of people both internally and externally</li>
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If you’re looking for a rewarding, varied and interesting career, that provides flexibility and a good work/life balance, click the link below and apply today!
For more information or for an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rachel Lucas on 07766 424540 or at <a href="mailto:rachel.lucas@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">rachel.lucas@wokingham.gov.uk</a> Neil Allen on 07827 311667 or neil.allen @wokingham.gov.uk
Closing Date: Sunday 16th November 2025, 11pm
Interviews: TBC
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) We cannot stop anyone using AI to help write application content. Used right it can be a great tool. If you choose to use AI, then use it as a helper rather than relying on it wholly to write your application.
Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Regulatory Lawyer

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 Salary: £55,581 - £63,438&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Grade: Level 5, Zone 1 Location: 5 Pancras Square N1C 4AG&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 36 Hours&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Closing Date: Sunday 2nd November 2025; 23:55 About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. &nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.&nbsp; What You’ll Be Doing&nbsp; Join Camden's dynamic Legal Services team, where you’ll play a critical role in breaking down barriers while embracing a risk-aware approach. You'll engage with senior officers and Members to offer high-quality legal services, with a focus on social justice. Collaborate closely with various service directorates to ensure efficient delivery of Council priorities, all while managing a personal caseload that includes high-profile and complex cases. Become a trusted advisor, advocate, and problem solver as you contribute to Camden's vision of innovative, responsive legal solutions.&nbsp; We are particularly seeking lawyers with knowledge in the following areas:- <ol> <li> Homelessness/Part 7 Housing Act; </li> <li> Building Safety Act/Fire Safety Act and other related legislation and requirements in relation to local authority building safety and regulatory compliance;&nbsp; </li> </ol> All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'. We’re looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives able to practice in England.&nbsp; You should possess a robust understanding of local government law and have hands-on experience in preparing cases and drafting legal documents. Your professional confidence will shine through as you lead on challenging cases and provide high-level advice. With excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit, you’re ready to engage with our clients and stakeholders. Your proactive nature and creative mindset will help shape the future of legal services in Camden.&nbsp; To view the Job Profile, please copy and paste the below URL into your browser:&nbsp; <a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11438355/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11438355/file/documen…</a> What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know&nbsp;that a work life balance is extremely&nbsp;important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.&nbsp; Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Belonging At Camden, we want every colleague to feel they belong and can thrive. We welcome applications from all parts of our community, and particularly encourage people from Black, Asian and Other Ethnic Heritage communities, LGBTQ+ people, disabled and neurodiverse people, survivors of domestic abuse, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds or with care experience. We know that different voices and perspectives make us stronger, and we are committed to providing the support, adjustments and flexibility people need to succeed. Click Inclusion and diversity - Camden Careers - Camden Council&nbsp;for more information on our commitment. Anonymised Application&nbsp;–&nbsp;in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. &nbsp; Asking for Adjustments At Camden, we are committed to making our recruitment process barrier-free and accessible for everyone. If you need us to do something differently during the application, interview or assessment process, just let us know and we will support you. This could include providing information in an alternative format, extra time in assessments, or adjustments for disabled, neurodiverse or long-term health conditions. Please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or by post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG. We’ll work with you to make sure the process works for you.

Camden Council

Lawyer - Housing

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Enfield Legal Services are recruiting a Senior Prosecutions Lawyer, this is a fantastic opportunity for a talented and ambitious professional to join a friendly, committed and highly regarded in-house legal team to help deliver quality legal advice, as well as making a real contribution to the quality of life and sustainability of the borough. Specialising in Regulatory Prosecutions and prosecutions under the Housing Act 2004 and the Environmental Protection Act 1990, we are looking for an individual who is a real team player who is self-motivated and flexible. 
 
The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in the relevant area and will be used to carrying a heavy caseload, working with minimum supervision. You will have excellent communication skills and will be able to deal with people at all levels. You will have excellent drafting and negotiating skills and will have a strong understanding of the relevant area(s) of law. Local authority experience is desirable but not essential, provided you have good experience in the right areas of work. Litigator roles will require advocacy experience. 
 
We work collaboratively and flexibly and welcome applications from all members of the community. Enfield Legal Services is a friendly and progressive team focussed on delivering our clients’ objectives. We provide training and mentoring for the right candidates and can offer a competitive package. Car parking is available on-site and we are close to two train stations. If you want to be part of our journey, we would love to hear from you. The roles are open to Solicitors, Barristers or Fellows of CILEX. 
 
This post is classified as a flexible worker and requires 2 days office attendance a week, although during the probationary period to support learning and assisting the post holder to excel in the role office attendance maybe up to 5 days per week. 
 
Applicants are invited to submit a C.V. together with a supporting statement, addressing the criteria outlined in the job role and person specification of the role before the closing date. 
 
The roles will sometimes require cross-working with other teams within the department. 
 
Contact Details - 
 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Antonia Makanjuola on 020 8132 1122 for an informal discussion. 
 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Andrea Walkerdine at <a href="mailto:andrea.walkerdine@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">andrea.walkerdine@enfield.gov.uk</a> or on 020 8132 1022. 
 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care. 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

London Borough of Enfield

Senior Prosecutions Lawyer

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Information Governance OfficerFixed Term, Full Time£28,349 to £33,351 per annumLocation: ChelmsfordWorking Style: <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working" target="_blank">Anywhere worker</a>Please note this vacancy is available as a fixed term contract or secondment opportunity for 12 months.This position has been classed as an anywhere worker role but has an expectation that the successful candidate will attend the office, in Chelmsford 1 day per month, with the remaining time for remote working if desired, in line with the organisation's needs.Are you an Information Governance professional? with proven experience of reading and redacting subject access requests, preferably in a local authority setting? are you seeking a new challenge in a fast-paced local government environment? We have a fixed term opportunity to join our team at the centre of the organisation.We are looking for individuals who have experience in information governance, data protection and information rights to join our dynamic team.The post holders will predominantly be required to prepare cases for disclosure under the subject access provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018, and may be asked to assist with Freedom of Information Act 2000, and the Environmental Information Regulations 2004.To read more about our business area, please visit:<a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/role/corporate-services?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">Corporate Services and Transformation</a>The OpportunityThe post holders will be required to prepare cases for disclosure under the subject access provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act 2000, and the Environmental Information Regulations 2004.You will be required to understand the complexities around information disclosures as influenced by legislation including the Human Rights Act, Mental Capacity Act, and common law of confidentiality; and maintain detailed records of decisions/risk assessments and exemptions applied.You should have good legislative and practical knowledge in this field and the ability to convey this to colleagues, partners, clients, and other stakeholders, as well as apply this knowledge to information right requests and complaints. Strong ICT skills are also required.Accountabilities<ul>
<li>Responsible for managing a large and widespread workload ensuring completion to tight statutory timescales; and maintain detailed records of decisions/risk assessments and exemptions applied.</li>
<li>The resilience to prepare cases for disclosure under the relevant legislation. This does sometimes involve preparing potentially distressing information.</li>
<li>Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework.</li>
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<li>Educated to RQF Level 3 (A-level) including English and Maths, or equivalent by experience.</li>
<li>Completion of relevant professional qualifications is highly desirable.</li>
<li>Proven experience of reading and redacting subject access requests, preferably in a local authority setting.</li>
<li>Evidence of continuing professional development in Information Governance and Transparency.</li>
<li>Experience of working within an information governance, data protection, information rights environment, particularly in recent years.</li>
<li>Good interpersonal skills, particularly oral and written communications skills, presentation of text and other materials to the good standards and attention to detail.</li>
<li>Excellent ICT skills and good working knowledge of Microsoft is essential.</li>
<li>Experience of managing a diverse workload is essential.</li>
<li>Proven experience of working effectively with internal and external customers</li>
</ul>Why Essex?As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in <a href="https://www.essex.gov.uk/about-council/plans-and-strategies/our-vision-essex/everyones-essex" target="_blank">Everyone's Essex</a>. With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you.In February 2025, Greater Essex was accepted onto the Government's devolution priority programme, which will see local authorities in Essex work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority by May 2026. You can read more about <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://workingforessex.com/roles?source=workingforessex.com&amp;data=05|02|Sharon.Burrus2@essex.gov.uk|2f58d1d5968946d6f86a08dd7029c06e|a8b4324f155c4215a0f17ed8cc9a992f|0|0|638790046808311814|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ==|0|||&amp;sdata=RWho6LqejkQVDN7KrRNgcfWGSUqBWz4muq14BcdeAJ4=&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR</a>) on our careers site.Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.Once you've secured your role within Essex County Council you will receive many great employee benefits, including support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements to accommodate their needs.At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-7-principles-of-public-life/the-7-principles-of-public-life--2" target="_blank">Nolan principles</a>, including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone.As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to <a href="https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service</a>Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.If you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join <a href="https://essex.talentpool.com/sign-up?utm_source=Cornerstone&amp;utm_medium=Advert&amp;utm_content=Job_Advert" target="_blank">The Essex Talent Community</a>If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email <a href="mailto:christine.simmons@essex.gov.uk" target="_blank">christine.simmons@essex.gov.uk</a>Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/essexcountycouncil" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/essex_cc" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/essex_cc" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/essex-county-council/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>. Further details can be found on our <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/" target="_blank">careers page</a>.Downloads

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