At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead legal teams in various specialisations, ensuring compliance and effective dispute resolution.
- Company: North Lanarkshire Council, committed to inclusive growth and community wellbeing.
- Benefits: Generous annual leave, flexible working, and extensive learning opportunities.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with a focus on personal and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while advancing your legal career.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor with experience in relevant legal fields.
The predicted salary is between 14 - 58 £ per hour.
We have a shared ambition for inclusive growth and prosperity for all, where North Lanarkshire is the place to Live, Learn, Work, Invest and Visit. These positions are hybrid and your office base will be Civic Centre, Motherwell, ML1 1AB.
You will require to complete a Disclosure Level 2 application through Disclosure Scotland and obtain a satisfactory check prior to commencing in this role.
Working here at North Lanarkshire Council, we have a great package of benefits available, from health and wellbeing to finances and family. This includes 27 days annual leave and 6 public holidays, and a wide range of benefits available to you. We also have a full package of learning and development through our learning academy LearnNL to help you reach your full potential and further your career.
North Lanarkshire Council are happy to talk flexible working, operating a Smarter Working Policy.
We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves to be disabled, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description. We have also adopted the Armed Forces Community Covenant to show our support for service personnel, veterans and their families.
North Lanarkshire Council is committed to KeepingThePromise. This means that if you have ever been in care, you are entitled to a guaranteed interview for this post, as long as you meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.
The Plan for North Lanarkshire is to be the place to live, learn, work, invest and visit. The Council recognises that work is an important part of adult life and is critical to our wellbeing and shaping how we live.
To find out more, alternative Application Packs can be requested in other formats such as Large Print, Braille, and Audio. Please note we do not accept CVs in place of the application form. To be considered for this vacancy, you must ensure an application form is submitted. Any CV submissions will be disregarded.
Principal Solicitor (4 posts) - REQ06270 - 477266 in Flemington employer: North Lanarkshire Council
North Lanarkshire Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional development. With a comprehensive benefits package including generous annual leave, flexible working options, and a commitment to inclusivity, we empower our staff to thrive while contributing to the community's growth and prosperity. Our learning academy, LearnNL, provides ample opportunities for career advancement, making North Lanarkshire Council a rewarding place to build your legal career.
