Solicitor (litigation) - DEE06078

Find Apprenticeships; Dundee; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Dundee is seeking a legal professional to provide comprehensive legal services to the Council. This hybrid role requires an LLB Degree in Scots Law, a Diploma in Legal Practice, and the ability to manage legal proceedings, emphasizing communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Completed legal traineeship with relevant experience.
• Willingness to undertake job-related training.
• Good oral and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing legal services to the Council and its Committees.
• Advise and represent the Council in court and various proceedings.
• Handle matters related to the protection of vulnerable adults and children.

Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Flexibility

Adaptability

Education

LLB Degree in Scots Law

Diploma in Legal Practice

Job description

Job Description

Working in a hybrid style, based at home and at 21 City Square, Dundee, you will work full time, 37 hours per week.

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact Maureen Moran, Legal Manager, on 01382 434102 or email maureen.moran@

Requirements

You will have an LLB Degree in Scots Law and a Diploma in Legal Practice.

Responsibilities

You will assist in providing all legal and associated services to the Council, its Committees, Services, staff, and, where appropriate, to any organization in which the Council has an interest. This includes advising and representing the Council in court proceedings, tribunals, inquiries, licensing, and all matters related to the protection of vulnerable adults and children.

The Individual

You will have completed your legal traineeship and possess relevant experience. Good oral and written communication skills are essential. You should also have strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and motivate others.

You should be willing to undertake appropriate job-related training if required and be flexible and adaptable to change.

A Level 2 - Standard Disclosure Scotland Check is required.