Solicitor – Epping Forest District Council

Essex County Council / Epping Forest District Council; Ivy Chimneys; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex County Council / Epping Forest District Council is seeking a newly qualified Solicitor to join its Legal Services team in a permanent, full-time position. The role covers governance, contracts, property, planning, litigation, housing and regulatory work, with supervision provided as needed.

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, draft and review contracts and reports, and assist with court/tribunal documentation, all within a supportive environment and hybrid working

Qualifications

• Newly qualified Solicitor of England and Wales, or due to qualify shortly.
• Completed a training contract or qualifying work experience demonstrating exposure to a range of legal disciplines.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and drafting skills with clear communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice across governance, contracts, property, planning, litigation, housing and regulatory matters.
• Manage a varied caseload with supervision and support.
• Draft and review contracts, agreements, reports, and legal correspondence.
• Assist with litigation, advocacy matters, and preparation of court/tribunal documentation.
• Support corporate projects by identifying and managing legal risk.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Organising Institution / Firm

Essex County Council / Epping Forest District Council

21 September 2026

Epping, England, United Kingdom

Newly qualified Solicitor of England and Wales, or due to qualify shortly, having completed a training contract or qualifying work experience demonstrating exposure to a range of legal disciplines.

Law Firm Job

Contextual Overview

Essex County Council is advertising the permanent, full-time position of Solicitor on behalf of Epping Forest District Council. This role is designed for a newly qualified generalist solicitor to join a supportive Legal Services team, providing advice and support across governance, contracts, property, planning, litigation, housing, and regulatory work.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a newly qualified Solicitor of England and Wales, or due to qualify shortly.
• Completed a training contract or qualifying work experience demonstrating exposure to a range of legal disciplines.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and drafting skills with clear communication abilities.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Provide legal advice and support across a broad range of local government legal matters.
• Manage a varied caseload with appropriate supervision and support.
• Draft and review contracts, agreements, reports, and legal correspondence.
• Assist with litigation, advocacy matters, and preparation of court/tribunal documentation.
• Support corporate projects and service initiatives by identifying and managing legal risk.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Mode: Hybrid working arrangement with required attendance in the office or meetings.

Contact Person: Nicola Sayers, Head of Legal Services