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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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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



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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Experience the extraordinary with a move to Folkestone &amp; Hythe District Council (F&amp;HDC).
Are you a qualified solicitor with a passion for public service and a track record of strategic legal leadership within local government? Folkestone &amp; Hythe District Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Legal Services to lead our legal team and act as Solicitor to the Council.
About the Role
This is a pivotal leadership position, providing expert legal advice across the Council, managing a high-performing legal team, and supporting governance as Deputy Monitoring Officer. You’ll play a key role in shaping legal strategy, ensuring compliance, and supporting major projects and legislative changes.
Key Responsibilities
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<li>Lead and manage the Legal Services team, ensuring high-quality legal support across all service areas.</li>
<li>Provide strategic legal advice on complex issues including procurement, contracts, planning, and governance.</li>
<li>Act as training principal for legal apprentices and trainees.</li>
<li>Attend and advise at Council, Cabinet and Committees as required.</li>
<li>Instruct external legal specialists and manage substantial budgets.</li>
<li>Support the Monitoring Officer in upholding standards of conduct and lawfulness.</li>
<li>Drive service improvements and contribute to corporate goals.</li>
</ul>
What We’re Looking For
Essential Qualifications &amp; Experience:
<ul>
<li>Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years post-qualification experience.</li>
<li>Proven leadership in legal services, with expertise in at least three areas such as procurement, contracts, property, planning, or litigation.</li>
<li>Strong governance knowledge and ability to advise senior stakeholders.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.</li>
<li>Experience with legal software and systems (e.g., IKEN, Westlaw, Land Registry portal).</li>
</ul>
Why Join Us
In return, we are offering you a chance to thrive and further your career development with a range of regular management and other learning &amp; development sessions whilst your role enables you to make a lasting impact on the Folkestone &amp; Hythe District.
Folkestone &amp; Hythe is a dynamic and innovative place to live, work and visit. Recognised by Best Companies as an outstanding organisation to work for, we have a focus on wellbeing and staff development. Our benefits include:
<ul>
<li>Flexible Working: Embrace a culture that supports agile and hybrid working arrangements.</li>
<li>Generous Leave: Enjoy up to 31 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a flexi-time scheme, birthday leave, and Christmas office closure.</li>
<li>Pension Scheme: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.</li>
<li>Family-Friendly Initiatives: Benefit from a range of family-friendly policies and support.</li>
<li>Health &amp; Wellbeing: Participate in health and wellbeing initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Programme.</li>
<li>Additional Perks: Reimbursement of professional membership subscriptions, salary sacrifice schemes, corporate membership discounts, and free office parking.</li>
</ul>
We have a hybrid working approach with an expectation that you will work from the Civic Centre in Folkestone at least one day per week.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 9th November 2025.
Interviews are due to be held on 27th November 2025.

Folkestone & Hythe District Council

Head of Legal Services (Solicitor to the Council)

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21 to 28 hours per week 
 
The advertised salary is for full time work (36 hours per week), the salary for part time will be calculated on a pro-rata basis 
 
Enfield Legal Services are recruiting a Senior Civil Litigation Lawyer, this is a fantastic opportunity for talented and ambitious professionals 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 general civil litigation including Landlord and Tenant, employment, licensing, commercial litigation, judicial review, injunctions, ASB, possessions, tenancy fraud, we are looking for individuals who are real team players who are self-motivated and flexible. 
 
Successful candidates will have a minimum of 5 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. 
 
The post is part time between 21 to 28 hours per week. 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.&nbsp; 
 
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 Civil Litigation Lawyer (Part time - 21 - 28 hours per week)

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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.

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>
</ul>The Experience You Will Bring<ul>
<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

Information Governance Officer

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Please apply online. If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by emailing <a href="mailto:personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk</a>



Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council are seeking an experienced Contracts and Procurement Lawyer to join our legal services team.
You will be a qualified solicitor or barrister (or equivalent) with recent experience of working in the areas of contracts and procurement in a local government context.
Applicants will require excellent communications skills and be confident in providing practical legal advice and assistance on a wide range of contract and procurement matters, ensuring compliance with public procurement regulations.
You should be proficient in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating public contracts and have excellent understanding of the public procurement framework and local government law and a proven ability to manage a varied workload with minimal supervision
Reporting to the Head of Legal and Democratic Services, the successful candidate will have a broad portfolio of work including high value contract tenders and providing advice to all of the authority’s services.
Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer by clicking here: <a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Working for us – Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council</a>
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Joy Ukadike, Head of Legal &amp; Democratic Services on 01732 876 228. (Direct candidates only, strictly no agencies)

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

Contracts & Procurement Lawyer

Ealing Council serves the residents and businesses of London’s third largest borough, which is located in the heart of west London. We put the needs of our 385,000 residents above all else and the council’s three priorities reflect the issues that matter most to local people. We are committed to improving services, our performance and ensuring value for money in everything we do.As our Monitoring Officer, you’ll work closely with the Chief Executive, Strategic Leadership Team, Cabinet Members, and elected councillors to ensure Ealing Council operates lawfully, ethically, and transparently. You’ll lead the development of our constitution and governance framework, provide expert legal advice on strategic decisions, and champion high standards of conduct and decision-making.You will lead a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering customer-focused, enabling services that support transformation and continuous improvement, and will be responsible for the oversight and challenge of service budgets and the legal services trading account.This is more than a legal role; it’s a chance to shape the future of local democracy and governance by being part of a forward-thinking leadership team committed to innovation, inclusion, and delivering real impact for our communities.To succeed in the role of Monitoring Officer, you will:· Be a qualified solicitor, barrister or legal executive.· Have extensive experience in local government law, governance, and ethical standards and of working within or with local government.· Demonstrate expert knowledge, understanding and experience of local government law and practice.· Have significant experience of working effectively in a complex political environment and of providing strategic professional legal and governance advice to senior management and members.· Have previously lead and developed high-performing teams, delivering high-quality support services and delivering continuous improvement.· Be a pragmatic and visible leader who builds high levels of trust, motivation and performance.· Be able to constructively challenge service leads, providing robust advice and achieving a balance between supporting services and managing corporate risks.To apply for this role, submit your CV and a supporting statement addressing how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the essential criteria on the person specification for the role to <a href="mailto:seniorrecruitment@ealing.gov.uk" target="_blank">seniorrecruitment@ealing.gov.uk</a> by 5pm 31 October 2025.Your CV should be tailored and include detail of your education, qualification, full employment history and membership of professional bodies.Please aim to keep your CV and supporting statement to two pages each and include your name at the top of both documents on all pages used.This role is subject to a Member Level Appointments Panel.You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we’re looking forward to hearing from you.We’ve tried to make this website as accessible as possible. You can use the accessibility widget on the right hand side to make it more accessible to you and your needs.Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.Please note all applications will be determined on merit.<a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/21087/director_of_legal_and_democratic_services_monitoring_officer.pdf" target="_blank">Role Profile</a><a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/21086/ejr013316_-_director_of_legal_and_democratic_services_monitoring_officer.pdf" target="_blank">Monitoring Officer – Applicant Pack</a><ul></ul>

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Senior Information Rights Officer £45,750 - £49,056 per annum About Us London Borough of Newham is looking for a dynamic individual to join our Information Rights Team as a Senior Information Rights Officer on a permanent contract. The Information Rights Team work within the Information Assurance function that is part of the Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Service in LB Newham. This post will be on LB Newham Terms and Conditions and based at Dockside, Newham with a degree of flexible working. Travel between other offices may be required. About the Job This role involves processing all information rights requests therefore substantial knowledge of the UK General Data Protection Regulation (relating to information rights), the Data Protection Act 2018, the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 is essential. This is a key role in the delivery of Data Subject Access Requests (SARs), Freedom of Information (FOI’s), Environmental Information (EIR’s), Disclosure Requests and other individual information rights requests within statutory timescales on behalf of the Council. You will also be expected to support other wider team activities for example the running of subject matter drop-in clinics. About You You should be able to demonstrate the ability to interpret and apply legislation to complex requests, including the application of exemptions and exceptions. You must also be proficient in preparing and delivering redacted document bundles to support requests. You should be self-motivated as you will have your own case load and your excellent communication skills will be essential to your success in your ability to work as part of the team and develop effective working relationships especially social work colleagues. Please view JD here closing date: 31st October 2025 Please note the post may close early if a high volume of applications are received. Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

London Borough of Newham

Senior Information Rights Officer

Job Title: Lawyer Starting Salary: £52,138 plus £5,398 Market Enhancement with the opportunity to progress to £57,652, plus £5,424 Market Enhancement* per annum Hours: 37 Location: Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Resources*please note this is a non-contractual payment subject to a 3 yearly review<h4>About the team</h4>Working in a large and successful legal team that provides comprehensive legal service in all areas, our lawyers are crucial to the County Council's continued success. We have high standards for our services and we are pleased to be recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the Law Society's Lexcel quality standard assessor.With more than 100 colleagues in the team, it is one of the largest legal teams in local government and offers a complete legal service to clients across the County Council, District Councils and other public sector bodies.Herts Legal is a great opportunity for ambitious, passionate and organised Lawyers who want to join a supportive and flourishing public sector legal team.<h4>Requirements</h4><ul><li>You will be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive</li><li>Demonstrable ability to manage a varied and demanding caseload</li><li>Strong written and oral communication skills, used to build and maintain working relationships, and to produce and present reports</li><li>Experience in working effectively as part of a team</li><li>It is possible that the role could involve travel to other parts of Hertfordshire so access to your own transport would be beneficial</li><li>We welcome applicants who possesses excellent drafting skills and the ability to negotiate documents for a wide range of matters.</li><li>Previous experience of working within a Local Authority environment would be useful but is not essential.</li><li>Specific requirements for relevant teams can be found below</li></ul><h4>Our Legal Teams</h4>EnvironmentGiving legal advice and support to client departments and District Councils on various planning, highways and environmental issues, the Environment Law Team is looking for someone with extensive knowledge of the broad range of environmental work, including s106 agreements, highway agreements, minerals planning, waste planning, advising planning committee, rights of way, advising on the effects of changing legislation and case law.Adult, Children &amp; Health This role gives you the chance to work in a diverse range of legal areas related to the protection of Vulnerable Individuals in Hertfordshire . Therefore, you will need to be able to offer accurate, comprehensive and prompt legal advice while handling a varied and busy caseload.The particular focus of this &nbsp;role is &nbsp;to provide Adult Social Care Law advice, including advice to the Hertfordshire Deprivation of Liberty Supervisory Body, Approved Mental Health Professionals and to act as an advocate before Tribunals and the Court.Education&nbsp;This role will primarily focus on the provision of Education advice and to ensure that the decisions made by the client department and schools that subscribe to an Education Helpline are within legal boundaries and achieve their aims and objectives and accord with applicable legislation and County Council policy. You will need a comprehensive understanding of the legal framework and case law relating to Education while handling a varied and busy caseload.PropertyWe are looking for applicants who have excellent drafting skills and the ability to negotiate documents for different property transactions. You should have extensive knowledge of the wide range of property work, including Landlord and Tenant matters, conveyancing, and researching and advising on the effects of changing legislation and case law, and also be interested in learning more about other areas, such as agricultural law.Childcare Litigation Providing high quality litigation and advice service to our Children’s Services department, we are looking for candidates with a working knowledge of the Children Act 1989, Adoption and Children Act 2002, Public Law Outline 2014 and the Children and Families Act 2014, to investigate and advise on the implications of changing legislation and case law, attend and advise at legal planning meetings, to conduct advocacy before the Family Court and manage a caseload of child care matters.Dispute ResolutionThis role offers the opportunity to be involved in a wide variety of legal areas including Civil Litigation, Housing, commercial property, Highways and planning disputes as well as debt recovery in order to support the full breadth of the services of the County Council, Partners and External Clients (which include Stevenage Borough Council) You will need to be able to provide accurate, comprehensive and timely legal advice while conducting litigation across a number of different courts and tribunals, managing a varied and demanding caseload.Your Work directly supports in the County Council’s efforts to improve Residents Lives, and champion Equality, Fairness and Sustainability.&nbsp; Are you up for the challenge?&nbsp; Would you like to make a difference?This job role is within the Corporate Services, level 13&nbsp;job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Corporate servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Stephen.Dorrian@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Stephen.Dorrian@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> / 07813 400504 for an informal discussion about the roleInterview Date: arranged on an ad hoc basisBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Lawyer

Job DescriptionSenior Court Officer - Debt Management TeamGrade ESalary: £39,027 - £44,463 per annum12 Months Fixed term37 Hours per WeekSituated on the River Thames, Thurrock is an ambitious unitary with vision and opportunities for its residents and businesses.Thurrock’s Debt Management Team is a highly recognised services having been nominated twice for the IRRV (Institute of Revenues Rating and Valuation) Most Improved Team of the Year Award and was in the finalists in 2012 and achieved a Bronze Award in 2013.The team are currently looking for experienced Court Officers to join this dynamic team. You will be responsible for effectively managing the major processes involved in the collection of the various Portfolios of Debt owed to the Council.&nbsp;Whilst working in the Debt Management Team, you will be taking your selected cases through the Court Processes by attending and presenting the cases at County Court and attending Magistrates Court Hearings for both Liability Order Hearings and Committal Means Enquiry Hearings.The ideal candidate will have:<ul> <li>Confidence to be able to manage difficult conversations</li> <li>A knowledge of debt collection processes (Ideally Council Tax, Non Domestic Rates and Sundry)</li> <li>A knowledge of the Money Claims on Line (MCOL) process</li> <li>A knowledge of the County Court processes and methods of enforcement</li> <li>A clear understanding of the Charging Order, Bankruptcy and Committal processes</li> <li>A full knowledge and understanding of the Thurrock Fair Debt Policy</li> <li>Experience using negotiation skills</li> <li>Experience of communicating with members of the public.</li> <li>A full knowledge of the Means Enquiry process for Committal Hearings</li></ul>&nbsp;In return for your time and commitment, we offer:<ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement – 25 days rising to 30 after 5 years’ service</li> <li>Flexible working to support a good work life balance</li> <li>An excellent Employee Assistance Programme</li> <li>Excellent training opportunities and an established CPD programme</li> <li>Reflective supervision and management support</li></ul>DBS Check: A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at Basic Level is required for this post.&nbsp;Closing Dates:&nbsp;Redeployment Only Applications: 6th November 2025Internal and External Applications: 16th November 2025Interview date: TBCTo view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ec7poD6uhKVLkaS7zp0GWAkBFHlEFsbz38Xn_6QTqHfuHw?e=NkKMCT" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error pageAbout usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Senior Court Officer

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:The Legal Services Directorate at Halton Borough Council is a dedicated team providing expert legal, corporate, and constitutional advice to protect the Council’s interests. They handle a wide range of matters, from prosecutions and disputes to planning and property work, supporting all areas of the Council’s operations. The role will involve carrying out conveyancing and land related tasks of a more complex nature on behalf of the Council.Hours: 37 per weekYour Contributions:Are you experienced in commercial conveyancing and able to manage a busy caseload with minimal supervision, while remaining sensitive to corporate and departmental priorities. You will be a team player with a flexible, imaginative approach, maintaining client focus and confidentiality at all times. You will be either a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx), a Licensed Conveyancer, a Graduate Member of CILEx, or hold a Law Degree or suitable equivalent.Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul> Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Elizabeth Wilson-Lagan - Head of Legal Services, <a href="mailto:Liz.Wilso-Lagan@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Liz.Wilson-Lagan@halton.gov.uk</a> , 0151 511 6535 At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a> Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!





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Halton Borough Council

Halton Borough Council's Plan

Principal Conveyancing Officer

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:The Legal team at Halton Borough Council plays a vital role in supporting the Authority by delivering high-quality, timely, and business-focused legal and procedural advice. In this role, you will work closely with our Social Care and Education teams, providing expert legal services as directed by the appropriate Group Solicitor. The team is committed to delivering advice in a cost-effective and efficient manner, ensuring best value for the Council while helping to meet the complex and evolving needs of the community.Hours: 37 hours per weekYour Contributions:Do you have extensive experience of Childcare Law and practice, including advocacy experience. Ideally you will have experience of working in local government or in private practice and will be a qualified lawyer. We are looking for a highly organised person that possess excellent IT and communication skills, with an ability to work flexibly as part of the team and also individuallyYou will have excellent communication, organisational, and negotiation skills and be able to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. You should also demonstrate a genuine passion for improving outcomes for children and supporting families in achieving stability and independence.Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>Essential Car User Allowance - £1,000 per annum</li><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul>Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Jayne Doran Group Solicitor – 0151 511 5189At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a> Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!





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Lawyer - Children's Services

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. For school vacancies please see further details online regarding their application process.
The Isle of Wight Council currently does not have a license to sponsor overseas workers.
The Isle of Wight Council reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly.



37 hours per week
Are you a proactive and capable Child Protection lawyer looking for an exciting new opportunity?
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Lawyer to join our Legal Services Team. You will manage a full caseload (8 to 10 cases) focused almost exclusively on care proceedings as there will be no SEN, Care Home or DOLS work.
Looking to gain management experience and develop your skills? You will supervise junior staff and trainees alongside providing advice to the wider council and its members on child care law and/or adult social care law.
Why join us?
We understand the importance of work-life balance and are happy to discuss suitable flexible and agile working arrangements to best fit your needs.
You will be part of a dedicated team committed to making a difference in the community, working in a supportive environment with opportunities to work on diverse and challenging cases, and assist in projects, supporting professional growth.
What we are looking for:
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Senior Lawyer - Social Care

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. For school vacancies please see further details online regarding their application process.
The Isle of Wight Council currently does not have a license to sponsor overseas workers.
The Isle of Wight Council reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly.



37 hours per week
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Child Care Lawyer to join our dynamic Legal Services team at the Isle of Wight Council!
As a Child Care Lawyer, you will play a crucial role in representing the Council in child care proceedings and other legal matters. You will provide expert advice and representation, ensuring the best outcomes for children and families. You will manage a full caseload (8 to 10 cases) focused almost exclusively on care proceedings as there will be no SEN, Care Home or DOLS work.
Why join us?
At the Isle of Wight Council, we value our employees and offer a supportive and collaborative work environment. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to meaningful work that impacts the community.
We understand the importance of a good work-life balance and are therefore happy to discuss flexible and agile working arrangements that suits you.
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<h2>Job introduction</h2>We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul>
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Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28&nbsp;days annual leave per year, 29&nbsp;days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li>
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Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>
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</ul><h2>About the role</h2>Are you an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer looking to expand your skills, progress your career and step into a leadership role? &nbsp;Join the new Legal Team at West Northants Council, one of the newest and the fourth biggest Unitary Council in England.For more information please contact Julia Rickards, Head of Legal (People), on 07585 405339 for a confidential discussion. <h2>Additional information</h2>Whilst experience of advising on Adult Social Care law is essential, local government experience is not. What’s more important is a passion for delivering an excellent legal service, a desire to help shape and deliver an exemplar local authority legal service and a drive to progress and achieve your own ambition.<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 what it's like to work at West Northants Council&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp</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&nbsp;- watch WNC colleagues explain&nbsp;<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.

Principal Lawyer (Adult Social Care)

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Is it important to you to have a future that matters?&nbsp;Our lawyers make a real difference in their local community. We can offer unique and intellectual challenges, by working on diverse cases that shape public policy, protect public interests, and support vital services, offering vital job satisfaction.The first steps into your legal career can be daunting however, our skilled, approachable teams are experienced and committed in developing our trainee solicitors in these initial stages and beyond, ultimately with the aim of them becoming future leaders. This collaborative learning environment builds confidence and helps us create highly competent solicitors. We repeatedly evidence the growing our own professionals by providing supportive, clear career pathways, and prioritising professional growth.&nbsp;A culture of wellbeing and a healthy work life balance are genuine core values for this Council, and these are reflected in our flexible and family friendly working. Along with other benefits<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance (27 days - increasing to 31 after 5 years Continuous service, plus Bank Holidays and 2 extra statutory days)</li>
<li>Annual leave purchase scheme</li>
<li>Flexible and hybrid working&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee travel and entertainment discounts,&nbsp;</li>
<li>A local government pension scheme with generous contributions &nbsp;</li>
<li>Optional car lease scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>We also offer family friendly polices such as maternity, adoption, paternity, and parental leave.</li>
</ul>Join our local government legal team as a trainee solicitor and help shape the future of your community and make a lasting impact.&nbsp; Package Description Main Responsibilities You will:<ul>
<li>work and gain experience in a range of litigious and non-litigious areas of Legal Services being based for approximately six months each, in four of the various teams within legal services (by agreement such may also be gained at other organisation) and to develop the skills associated with the practice and profession of a Solicitor</li>
<li>work and experience will be gain from 4 of the following areas as set by business need; Contracts, Highways, Planning, Rights of Way, Property, Adult Social Care, Education, Litigation, Employment and Child Care</li>
<li>provide practical and effective legal advice and solutions to clients within the County Council and externally</li>
<li>draft briefs to Counsel for advice, prepare statements, court papers, agreements documents and affidavits for approval</li>
<li>appear in the Magistrates and County Court or other courts, Tribunals/Inquiries where appropriate and undertake hearings in chambers, initially in relation to undefended matters</li>
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accompany lawyers or Counsel to courts or tribunals, taking notes or undertaking other relevant duties as assigned
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<li>undertake legal research</li>
<li>draft reports for Cabinet, Committees and Panels as required, for approval and accompany lawyers to, or attend, Cabinet, Committee and Panel meetings, Member and officer briefings or other meetings as appropriate</li>
<li>maintain confidentiality and observe information security, data protection and associated guidelines where appropriate</li>
<li>use information technology and associated systems in accordance with County Council policies.</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate You will have:<ul>
<li>a strong academic ability</li>
<li>excellent communication and analytical skills,&nbsp;</li>
<li>a genuine enthusiasm for law and the focus to contribute positively to the Council’s culture.</li>
</ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working” The post is a fixed term contract for 2 years but for the right candidate we will be looking to appoint qualified lawyers in designated roles at the end of this process.You will be office based throughout the fixed term period to take advantage of the training on offer from across all teams.&nbsp;Please be aware, only application forms completed online via the portal will be accepted.&nbsp;Interviews will be held &nbsp;as below &nbsp;and candidates should keep the following dates free.<ul>
<li>Shortlisted candidates - initial screening interview via teams - &nbsp;25 &amp; 26 June 2025</li>
<li>Successful candidates - Final interviews face to face in our Stafford offices, to include a presentation – 17 &amp; 18 July 2025</li>
</ul>For more about the role or any general queries please email Samantha Gibson, Senior Solicitor <a href="mailto:sam.gibson@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sam.gibson@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>. Alternatively, please contact Wendy Lofthouse at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:wendy.lofthouse@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">wendy.lofthouse@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

Trainee Solicitor (LPC/SQE)

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated legal professional to be at the heart of public service while looking to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.Following a significant increase in demand for support from qualified legal practitioners over the last 2 years across the authority, there has been a review of the service and you will be joining a newly developed Adults Social Care legal team and working alongside our Child Care &amp; Education Team. You will be joining a supportive and knowledgeable legal team that is committed to delivering advice in a cost-effective and efficient manner, ensuring best value for the Council while helping to meet the complex and evolving needs of the community. Hours: 37 per weekYour Contributions:You will provide expert legal advice and representation on a broad range of adult social care matters, including Court of Protection and safeguarding as well as undertaking advocacy work, in order to protect and further the Council’s objectives.We are looking for a highly organised person that possesses excellent IT and communication skills, with an ability to work flexibly as part of the team and also individually.You will have:<ul><li>Excellent communication, organisational, and negotiation skills </li><li>The ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. </li><li>A genuine passion for improving outcomes for children and supporting families in achieving stability and independence.</li><li>A driving licence and access to a vehicle (Where appropriate, reasonable adjustments will be made in accordance with the provisions of the Equality Act)</li></ul>Enjoy a role where your expertise directly contributes to meaningful public outcomes!Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>Essential car user allowance - £1,000 per year</li><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul>Next Steps:Please upload your CV and if you’d like to tell us more, include some supporting information with your application.At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Jayne Doran 0151 511 5189 / <a href="mailto:jayne.doran@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">jayne.doran@halton.gov.uk</a>At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!





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