At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal insights and support on diverse cases, including the new Renters’ Rights Act.
- Company: Join Wiltshire Council's Dispute Resolution team with a focus on collaboration and growth.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive salary, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Experience a positive environment with mentoring and knowledge-sharing opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in housing law while developing your legal skills.
- Qualifications: Open to all levels; potential and willingness to learn are key.
The predicted salary is between 53063 - 55549 £ per year.
Salary: £53,063 - £55,549 per annum (inclusive of 15% market supplement)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 22 June 2026
Overview
In this role you will open the door to continuous development through invaluable learning opportunities within our team, making the most of your experienced colleagues. As the legal foundation for different Council teams, you'll play a crucial role in providing legal insights across an engaging blend of cases. With the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act, Wiltshire Council is strengthening its legal capacity to support services in this evolving area of housing law. We are therefore recruiting a solicitor to join our Dispute Resolution team on a fixed‑term basis. While the role will contribute to building knowledge and supporting work arising from the new legislation, it will also involve a varied caseload across the team’s wider litigation and dispute resolution work. Working collaboratively with services across the council, you will play a key role in developing our approach in this area while continuing to deliver high-quality legal advice across a broad range of matters. We pride ourselves on having a positive, collaborative team culture where knowledge‑sharing, mentoring, and mutual support are strongly encouraged. Based primarily at County Hall in Trowbridge, the role offers hybrid working arrangements to ensure the right equilibrium for you and the service, and there may be occasions where you need to attend court in person. Extensive experience is not a requirement – we’re interested in potential.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal insights across diverse cases and contribute to the team’s legal foundation.
- Support the team on matters arising from the new Renters’ Rights Act.
- Handle a varied caseload across litigation and dispute resolution work.
- Develop and implement approaches to novel housing legislation.
- Collaborate with council services to deliver high‑quality legal advice.
- Engage in continuous learning and share knowledge with colleagues.
Benefits
- Hybrid working arrangements with primary base at County Hall.
- 15% market supplement payment, reviewed annually.
- Opportunity to attend court when required.
- Positive, collaborative culture with mentoring and knowledge‑sharing.
- Equal Opportunity.
Dispute Resolution Solicitor employer: Wiltshire
Wiltshire Council is an excellent employer for Dispute Resolution Solicitors, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment that prioritises continuous professional development. With a focus on mentoring and knowledge-sharing, employees can thrive while contributing to meaningful legal work in the evolving landscape of housing law. The role provides hybrid working arrangements and a competitive salary, making it an attractive opportunity for those seeking a rewarding career in public service.
