SOLICITOR

Broxtowe Borough Council; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Broxtowe Borough Council is seeking a Solicitor to join its Legal Services team. This role involves providing legal advice and representation in various areas of law, supporting the Council's objectives. The position offers a flexible working environment, generous leave, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave (31 days + bank holidays, up to 36 days)

Flexible and agile working arrangements

Retail discounts and family-friendly policies

Employee assistance program

Annual payment of Practising Certificate

Qualifications

• Experience in Regulatory law, Housing and Tenancy law.
• Advocacy in Magistrates Court and County Court.
• Legal sector experience; local government experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist legal advice and representation in Housing, Litigation, and Regulatory law.
• Deliver high-quality legal service to officers, elected Members, and partners.

Skills

Regulatory law

Advocacy

Housing law

Litigation

Education

Qualified Solicitor/Barrister/FILEX with current Practising Certificate

Job description

The Council is seeking to recruit a Solicitor to join its experienced Legal Services team. In return, you can expect a rewarding career with attractive benefits and a friendly, flexible, and supportive work environment.

Role Purpose

You will support the Legal Team's vision to ensure the Council acts lawfully and maintains high standards of governance to achieve its objectives for the local community. We seek a team player with enthusiasm who can contribute to the delivery of the Council’s corporate plan. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your legal career and expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist legal advice, representation, and assistance in Housing, Litigation, and Regulatory law.
• Deliver a high-quality legal service to officers, elected Members, and partners.

Candidate Requirements

We are looking for an individual with experience in:

• Regulatory law, including Environmental Health prosecutions and planning enforcement.
• Advocacy in Magistrates Court and County Court.
• Housing and Tenancy law, including possession and disrepair cases.
• Legal sector experience; local government experience is desirable but not essential.
• Qualified Solicitor/Barrister/FILEX with current Practising Certificate.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Self-motivated with the ability to manage a varied and complex caseload.
• Innovative, strategic, and practical thinker.
• Resilient, enthusiastic, diplomatic, and self-motivated.
• Embodies our GREAT values and behaviours.

We Offer

• Generous annual leave, increasing with service (31 days + bank holidays, up to 36 days).
• Flexible and agile working arrangements.
• Benefits including retail discounts, family-friendly policies, lease car scheme, gym discounts, paid mileage, and more.
• Annual payment of Practising Certificate.
• Employee assistance program offering confidential support.

Additional Information

• Working hours: 37 per week, Monday to Friday, with hybrid working options.
• Initial six-month probation period with increased office attendance for training.
• Shortlisted candidates will undergo an interview with a test/exercise.
• For an informal chat, contact Ms Razina Ayoub at 0115 9173227.
• Expected interview week: commencing 7th June 2025.
• Apply online at www.broxtowe.gov.uk (no CVs accepted). For application packs, contact the HR team at 0115 9173342/3372.
• Closing date: Monday, 26 May at 5:00 pm.