Governance Solicitor (Hybrid) – Local Government

North West Legal Consortium; Ormskirk; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

North West Legal Consortium in Ormskirk is seeking an experienced legal professional for their Legal & Democratic Services team. The role focuses on providing high-quality legal advice on governance, constitutional and public law matters, ensuring effective decision-making within local government.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister with significant post-qualification experience, strong skills in advocacy, and the ability to manage complex legal issues. This position offers a hybrid working model with travel required.

Qualifications

• Substantial post-qualification experience in local government.
• Technical knowledge of governance and public law.
• Experience supporting Monitoring Officer functions.

Responsibilities

• Support the Monitoring Officer in fulfilling statutory duties.
• Provide expert legal advice on constitutional matters.
• Attend Council and Committee meetings for legal oversight.

Skills

Governance and public law expertise

Strong interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Advocacy experience

Education

Solicitor or Barrister qualification

Job description

North West Legal Consortium in Ormskirk is seeking an experienced legal professional for their Legal & Democratic Services team. The role focuses on providing high-quality legal advice on governance, constitutional and public law matters, ensuring effective decision-making within local government.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister with significant post-qualification experience, strong skills in advocacy, and the ability to manage complex legal issues. This position offers a hybrid working model with travel required.