At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team handling diverse legal cases and develop your expertise in various law areas.
- Company: Trafford Council, a vibrant local authority committed to employee growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace 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 or barrister with relevant legal experience.
The predicted salary is between 40777 - 50269 £ per year.
Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications.
Salary: £40,777 - £50,269 (Band 8-10) plus market supplement of £2,080 pro rata
Location: Trafford Town Hall, Manchester, M32 0TH - hybrid working
Contract: Permanent
Working arrangements: Full time (36 hours)
Overview of the Litigation Lawyer role
Sellick Partnership is excited to be partnering with Trafford Council who are currently looking for a Litigation Lawyer to join their busy Litigation Legal Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Litigation Lawyer who is willing to join a lively, prosperous local authority in a friendly environment where your personal and professional development will be encouraged.
Key responsibilities of the Litigation Lawyer will include:
- Criminal and Civil Litigation including advocacy
- Licensing law and public protection
- Employment law
- Enforcement of regulatory matters, including prosecutions (Environmental Health, Food Safety, Health and Safety and Work, Licensing, Planning and Trading Standards)
- Anti-social behaviour and community safety
- Local Authority Housing
- National Non-Domestic Rates litigation
- Inquests
- Debt recovery
- Commercial disputes
- GDPR, Data Protection and Freedom of Information
- Local Government law and procedures
Required experience/qualifications of the Litigation Lawyer position will include:
- You will be a qualified solicitor, barrister, or Chartered Lawyer / Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives holding a current practising certificate
- You will demonstrate relevant experience and expertise in one or more of the areas listed above and will be capable of:
- Developing and advising on a wide range of high-level complex and sensitive work
- Representing Legal Services team at committee meetings and also representing the council's interests with external organisations
- Supporting the Principal Solicitors, Monitoring Officer and Deputy Monitoring Officer as required
- Possessing up-to-date knowledge in respect of national trends, policy, legislation, guidelines, initiatives and best practice in Legal and Local Government
- Ensuring that the service meets all its statutory requirements and responsibilities
- Communicating and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, building partnerships and productive working relationships to achieve shared objectives
- You will need to have experience in drafting and will be skilled at drafting legal documentation
This is a fantastic opportunity to join this Manchester-based Local Authority. The council and Trafford schools employ around 8,000 people, who are central to making the area great. In return for their commitment, the council offers its employees development opportunities, as well as a fair and flexible workplace. The council is a Living Wage Employer.
If you believe you have the required experience and qualifications outlined above for the Litigation Lawyer opportunity, please apply within. Alternatively, if you would like a confidential chat about the role or organisation, please contact Emily Hawksworth in the Sellick Partnership office to find out more.
Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.
Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Litigation Lawyer - £40,777 - £50,269 A Year employer: Trafford Council
Trafford Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and friendly work environment where personal and professional development is prioritised. With a commitment to employee growth, flexible working arrangements, and a focus on community impact, this role as a Litigation Lawyer provides a unique opportunity to engage in diverse legal matters while contributing to the well-being of the local area.
