Solicitor

Lawyers In Local Government; Horsham; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Horsham is seeking a Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload, including litigation and advising Council departments. Ideal candidates will have strong advocacy skills and be motivated to contribute to community welfare. This full-time role offers competitive leave and work-life balance benefits, including hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Minimum of 34 days’ annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible hybrid working

Professional development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working within or for local government is advantageous.
• Experience in litigation or education law preferred.
• Motivated and adaptable candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload including court and tribunal litigation.
• Advise Council departments on contentious matters.
• Participate in committees and clerking school appeals.

Skills

Litigation experience

Advocacy skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Job details

Job title: Solicitor. Job reference: 0003910. Application closing date: 15/10/2025. Salary: £47,181.00 (starting) to £50,269. Package: Full Time - 37 hours per week.

About The Role

In this varied and rewarding position, no two days will be the same. You’ll manage a diverse caseload that includes criminal court and tribunal litigation, advising Council departments on contentious matters, attending committees, and clerking school appeals. This role is intellectually stimulating, offers frequent opportunities for court advocacy, and allows you to make a real difference in the community.

You’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment, with training, mentoring, and access to experienced colleagues and Counsel to help you grow and develop your career.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates with a range of experience. Some experience of working within or for local government, particularly in Wales, is advantageous as well as experience in litigation or education law. But whether you’re newly qualified or bring years of post-qualification expertise, if you are motivated, adaptable, and ready to contribute, we’d love to hear from you.

We’d especially like to hear from you if you are:

• A lawyer with litigation experience or transferable skills
• A capable advocate who thrives in court
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• A team player with a flexible, positive, and proactive approach (Welsh speaking and writing skills are highly desirable.)

Why join us?

As one of Flintshire’s largest employers, we offer excellent benefits and a true commitment to work-life balance.

• Minimum of 34 days’ annual leave (pro rata), rising to 41 days with service
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible hybrid working and modern cloud-based case management
• Generous family-friendly and work-life balance schemes
• Access to professional development and training opportunities
• Free Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Cycle to Work scheme and retail discounts