At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal advice and assistance to the Council on various statutory functions.
- Company: East Lothian Council, committed to flexible working and employee wellbeing.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, flexible hours, and home/hybrid working options.
- Other info: Temporary role with potential for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your legal career.
- Qualifications: Degree in Scots Law and a valid Practising Certificate required.
The predicted salary is between 12 - 18 £ per hour.
Hourly rate of pay: £26.09 - £29.14
Temporary maternity cover for 12-18 months.
Days and Hours of Work: Monday - Friday, 09:00-17:00. Days of working are negotiable, flexi time is applicable, and starting and finishing times are flexible. To start asap.
Home / Hybrid Working Consideration: Applications for home or hybrid working will be considered for this post in accordance with East Lothian Council’s Home Working and Worksmart Policies. Home or Hybrid working options can be discussed with candidates invited for interview.
Please Note: All home/hybrid workers must live in the UK. Where an application for home-working is supported, it will be subject to a satisfactory trial period. Employees will be expected to attend Council offices for the duration of induction, and be on site in East Lothian workplaces, as required. Employees with a hybrid working arrangement in place will be office based and able to work from home, with permission, on an ad hoc basis.
Job Details: To provide comprehensive legal advice and assistance to the Council in a wide range of statutory Local Authority functions.
Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.
The ‘East Lothian Way’ – values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours.
Job Requirements:
- Relevant Qualifications: Degree in Scots Law and a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice or equivalent.
- Admitted as a solicitor by the Law Society of Scotland.
- Hold Practising Certificate as a solicitor issued by the Law Society of Scotland.
- Level 2 Disclosure Clearance: This role requires Level 2 Disclosure Clearance. ELC will submit a Police Act Disclosure application on behalf of the preferred candidate and receipt of the subsequent certificate will be required prior to commencement.
Please note: If you have spent more than 3 months working or living out with the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check.
Additional Information: For additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/nonteachinginfo
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If you require further information about this vacancy, please call 01620 827868, or email us on recruitment@eastlothian.gov.uk
Please note: We do not accept CV's (either electronically or by mail). All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form.
Solicitor - Litigation (Temporary) - EAL12814 in Haddington employer: East Lothian Council
East Lothian Council is an excellent employer that values flexibility and work-life balance, offering negotiable working days and hours, as well as home or hybrid working options. With a commitment to employee growth and development, the Council fosters a supportive work culture where solicitors can thrive while providing essential legal services to the community. Join us in making a meaningful impact in East Lothian, where your contributions are valued and recognised.
