Solicitor

Fife Council

Glenrothes, Cupar, Dunfermline

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local government authority in Glenrothes is seeking a qualified solicitor to join their Litigation Team. The role involves providing legal support in diverse matters like child protection and housing. This is a full-time position with a blended working arrangement, offering both home and office-based working opportunities. Applicants should have a Law Degree and a Diploma in Legal Practice, with good communication and IT skills necessary.

Qualifications

Candidates should hold a Law Degree (LLB) and a Diploma in Legal Practice or equivalent.
Must be a qualified solicitor with an unrestricted Practicing Certificate issued by the Law Society of Scotland.
Ability to work under limited supervision is required.

Responsibilities

Provide legal support in matters including child protection and employment.
Manage own case load and represent the council in various legal matters.
Contribute to the Litigation Team's services across the council.

Skills

Experience in general Litigation

Well-developed communication skills

IT skills

Education

Law Degree (LLB)

Diploma in Legal Practice

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Overview

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Closing Date: Tuesday 23 September 2025

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Based in Glenrothes

Fife Council’s Litigation Team is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated solicitor to provide legal support to Fife Council in litigation matters, including child protection, permanence, adults with incapacity, adult support and protection, mental health, education, housing, debt recovery, HMO and employment.

You will be part of the Litigation Team who undertake a range of litigation services to client services across the council, responsible for managing your own case load and representing the council in a variety of matters.

This role provides an excellent opportunity to combine a fulfilling and challenging role within a supportive team environment whilst gaining experience of the workings of local government and its legal affairs.

There will be opportunities and support to apply any existing knowledge or experience, and/or develop new skills, in these areas.

As a progressive employer, we offer a “blended working” arrangement with home-working opportunities and occasional office-working as required. While the significant part of the role can and will be carried out remotely, candidates should be able to travel to and attend office locations, meetings, court and Tribunal appearances as required.

The Person

The posts will suit candidates with experience in general Litigation and Licensing. Experience in all the above areas is not essential, but a willingness to develop in those areas would be highly desirable.

You should hold a Law Degree (LLB) and a Diploma in Legal Practice or an equivalent. You also should be a qualified solicitor holding, or eligible to hold, an unrestricted Practicing Certificate issued by the Law Society of Scotland, be able to work under limited supervision with well-developed communication and IT skills.

Before confirming to your appointment, you will be required to obtain a Basic Disclosure through Disclosure Scotland.

For Further Information Contact: Kerry McLaren – Kerry.Mclaren@fife.gov.uk

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