Legal Officer

Leeds City Council; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid working

Job summary

Leeds City Council is seeking a talented lawyer to support the Head of Legal Services with Equal Pay litigation, based in the Licensing Communities & Corporate Legal Section. The post holder may work flexibly across that Section and others within Legal Services.

You will handle a diverse workload including equal pay, employment and other areas of law, developing expertise and delivering clear advice, with an emphasis on organisation, research and drafting.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will support the Head of Legal Services with Equal Pay litigation and handle a diverse workload across equal pay, employment and other areas of law.
• Keen to learn new skills and develop expertise in new areas of law.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Legal Services with Equal Pay litigation and related matters.
• Handle a diverse workload across equal pay, employment and other areas of law.
• Develop expertise across relevant legal areas and provide clear, actionable advice.

Skills

Organisational skills

Research skills

Drafting skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Enthusiasm

Commitment

Job description

The successful candidate will support the Head of Legal Services with Equal Pay litigation, which will be the primary focus of the role. The post will be based within the Licensing Communities & Corporate Legal Section, and the post holder may also be required to work flexibly across that Section and others within Legal Services. The successful candidate will be supported to develop expertise in all relevant areas.
We are looking for an enthusiastic lawyer who is keen to learn new skills and develop expertise in new areas of law to handle a diverse workload of equal pay, employment and other areas of law., As a Senior Legal Officer, you will bring to the role:

• Organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your own workload
• Sound research and drafting skills, and the ability to give clear advice on legal issues
• Good interpersonal skills
• The ability to work as part of a team and be flexible, enthusiastic and committed.
• The ability to grasp and assimilate new information quickly
  Leeds City Council is a progressive authority which works closely with local communities and businesses to create a vibrant and economically thriving city., Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions.
  a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays
• membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions
• flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements
• a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities
• a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further