Legal Counsel jobs in United Kingdom

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.

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.

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.)

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