Solicitor (Litigation)

Nottinghamshire County Council; West Bridgford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly and inclusive workplace

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Training & mentoring

Work-life balance

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council seeks an experienced Solicitor (Litigation) to join its Legal Services team at County Hall, West Bridgford. The role focuses on providing expert legal advice and representing the council in civil litigation matters across adult social care debt recovery, commercial disputes, and property matters.

The successful candidate will handle complex cases, collaborate with colleagues to improve outcomes, and stay informed on local government law and statutory frameworks.

Qualifications

• A law degree or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in Civil Litigation and Dispute Management.
• Knowledge of local government law and statutory frameworks.
• Familiarity with criminal litigation and employment law is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance to internal and external clients.
• Represent Nottinghamshire County Council in civil litigation matters.
• Manage complex cases related to Adult Social Care, commercial disputes and property litigation.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance service delivery and outcomes.
• Keep up-to-date with relevant legislation and local government frameworks.

Skills

Civil Litigation

Local Government Law

Legal Advisory

Public Sector

Education

Law degree

Job description

This position has been identified as a Politically Restricted post under The Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended)andthe Local Government (Politically Restricted Posts) (No.2) Regulations 1990 imposing political restrictions on the holders of certain posts.

The posts are either specified in the Act or contained in a list which the County Council is required to prepare and maintain. The listincludes specified and sensitive positions.

Type of vacancy Permanent

Work pattern Full Time

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Work Base County Hall, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 7QP

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we are committed to serving our community with integrity and excellence. We believe in creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

We are seeking an experienced and qualified Solicitor or Barrister to join our dynamic Legal Services team. This role focuses on providing expert legal advice and representation, particularly in Civil Litigation and Dispute Management. You will handle complex cases, including Adult Social Care debt recovery, commercial disputes, and property litigation. If you have a passion for public service and a desire to make a difference, this opportunity is for you!

As a Solicitor (Litigation), your key responsibilities will include:

• Providing legal advice and guidance to internal and external clients.
• Representing Nottinghamshire County Council in civil litigation matters.
• Managing complex cases related to Adult Social Care, commercial disputes, and property litigation.
• Collaborating with colleagues to enhance service delivery and outcomes.
• Keeping up-to-date with relevant legislation and local government frameworks.

To succeed in this role, you should possess:

• A law degree or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in Civil Litigation and Dispute Management.
• Knowledge of local government law and statutory frameworks.
• Familiarity with areas such as criminal litigation and employment law is advantageous but not essential.

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Commitment to customer care: Always putting the needs of our clients first.
• Effective teamwork: Collaborating well with colleagues while also being able to work independently.
• Problem-solving skills: Finding innovative solutions to complex legal issues.
• Strong communication skills: Clearly articulating legal concepts to clients and stakeholders.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we offer:

• A friendly and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• A manageable caseload to ensure work-life balance.
• Generous annual leave and a comprehensive pension scheme.
• Opportunities for training, mentoring, and professional development to help you grow in your career.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on beingaccredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under theDisability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme)we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full‑time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undertake appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.