Litigation & Regulatory Solicitor/Barrister
Posting date: | 04 September 2024 |
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Salary: | £42,403 to £46,464 per year, pro rata |
Hours: | Full time |
Closing date: | 04 October 2024 |
Location: | Neath Port Talbot, Wales |
Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
Company: | Neath Port Talbot Council |
Job type: | Permanent |
Job reference: | REQ03384 |
Summary
The post involves the provision of legal advice, research and advocacy primarily in the Magistrates Court but also in the Crown Court too. The successful candidate would also assist in dealing with civil law proceedings and would support the Principal Solicitor Litigation in the provision of legal services to Members and Officers of the Council
You must have proven legal experience as well as the ability to work with senior managers and partner organisations. If a Solicitor applicant, holding Higher Rights of audience – Criminal law would be desirable, but not essential, alternatively a willingness to undertake this qualification would be required. We would also need someone who is skilled and enthusiastic and with a strong sense of probity. Good IT skills and the ability to manage and prioritise large workloads and turn around work in short timescales are necessary. Finally proven experience in undertaking criminal law and regulatory work, or a commitment to learn and develop in those areas, including advocacy, would be essential qualities.
Welsh Language: Welsh is Desirable
DBS: Not required for this post
We offer a highly competitive package including a 25 day holiday entitlement, rising to 32 after 5 years of service, 8 bank holidays plus one additional statutory day and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. We operate an agile approach to working with the ability to work from home and within the office.
If you are keen to help drive our legal services performance forward, please contact Mike Shaw (Principal Solicitor – Litigation) for an informal discussion on 01639 763260 or by email m.shaw:@npt.gov.uk
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