Hybrid Local Government Solicitor — Litigation & Advisory

Essential Employment; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential Employment is seeking a Solicitor for a hybrid role in Atherstone on a temporary contract basis. You will advise across Local Government law areas, handle criminal and civil litigation, and draft contracts and licensing documents.

The position offers hybrid working with office presence in Atherstone. The role involves updating policies, representing the client, instructing Counsel as needed, and ensuring client requirements are met efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Advising on Local Government Law issues including Planning, Procurement, Housing, Data Protection and Freedom of Information.
• Dealing with criminal litigation including advising on cases and drafting information and conducting cases in the Magistrates Court
• Dealing with civil litigation cases including the preparation and conduct of cases in the County Court and High Court.
• Advising on contract law including the drafting of Agreements for the supply or purchase of goods, services, works and software/data.
• Advising on licensing matters including matters in relation to the Licensing Act 2003.
• Drafting various statutory orders such as Bye-laws, Footpath Diversions and Off- Street Parking.
• General advice to other officers of the Client relating to legal issues.
• To represent the Client at other organisation, agencies and authorities.
• Instructing Counsel as directed in connection with Higher Court
• To ensure policies and procedures are updated and the requirement of the client are met in an effective and efficient manner.

Job description

Essential Employment is seeking a Solicitor for a hybrid role in Atherstone on a temporary contract basis. You will advise across Local Government law areas, handle criminal and civil litigation, and draft contracts and licensing documents.

The position offers hybrid working with office presence in Atherstone. The role involves updating policies, representing the client, instructing Counsel as needed, and ensuring client requirements are met efficiently.