Calling all LPC students and graduates! Are you looking for a training contract which makes a difference in your local community? If so, apply now for this Trainee Solicitor post!
You will be based within the Commercial & Employment section of Legal Services (predominantly undertaking Contracts and Procurement work), but shall be expected to complete work in other areas of law in order to comply with the SRA training contract requirements.
We are looking for candidates who:
* Are self-motivated;
* Have a commitment to training and self-development; and
* Wish to pursue a career in Local Authority law.
A training contract within a local authority is a unique experience, which enables you to do work which is meaningful and purposeful to your wider local community and can provide an alternative legal career to private sector law firms.
To apply for this role please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above. When completing your application be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education or personal interests.
Interviews will take place in person at County Hall, the week commencing 7th May, unless you request an interview via Microsoft Teams. If you are unavailable on these dates let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on ourbenefits page.
This post is subject to a Standard DBS check. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
For an informal discussion, please contact Robert Freeman, Senior Solicitor on 01273 336709
This post is subject to an EnhancedDBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previouslythe Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go tohttp://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.
East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.
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