Litigation Solicitor, West Lothian Civic Centre, 493.112

West Lothian Council; Livingston; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional local authority in Scotland is seeking a Temporary Litigation Solicitor to undertake a diverse range of litigation and advisory work. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering quality legal services, supporting training for colleagues, and advising council officers. A commitment to excellence in client service and strong communication skills are essential. The role offers a hybrid work model with full-time hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in general litigation and advisory work.
• Ability to deliver concise advice to council officers and elected members.
• Commitment to excellence in client service.

Responsibilities

• Undertake general litigation and advisory work for the Local Authority.
• Support development and delivery of training for colleagues.
• Act as Clerk or Legal Advisor to regulatory forums if required.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team working skills

Solution-focused advice

Flexibility in approach

Job description

Location: West Lothian Civic Centre Howden South Road Livingston, EH54 6FF

Salary: £43,603 - £47,864 per year

Contract Type: Temporary

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 36 hours per week

Work From Home: Hybrid

Job Advert

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds

West Lothian Council is one of Scotland’s most successful local authorities and is based in Livingston.

Legal Services provides comprehensive legal and committee services to the council and comprises four teams – Property/Planning, Litigation, Licensing and Committee Services.

These posts sit within the Litigation Team. They are varied, challenging and rewarding roles within small and busy teams. As a Temporary Litigation Solicitor within Legal Services, you will be expected to undertake a varied workload of general litigation and advisory work associated with supporting the functions of the Local Authority, including social work, housing, education, employment, contentious contract/commercial property, debt recovery and such other areas of work as may be allocated to them, to assist the Chief Solicitor to ensure that a quality legal service is provided to meet client requirements.

The post-holders will also be expected to support development and delivery of training for colleagues and clients as necessary, and may (subject to role) be required to act as Clerk or Legal Advisor to regulatory and other forum.

The successful candidates will have excellent communication and team working skills. They will deliver solution focused advice to council officers and elected members, in a clear and concise manner, demonstrate a commitment to excellence in client service, and a flexible approach to meeting changing demands and priorities.

These are full time temporary posts however part-time job share may be considered.