Post No. POSN003339 - Assistant Solicitor Litigation Newport City Council Legal Services has an excellent opportunity for a motivated and organised Assistant Solicitor. The postholder will be a qualified solicitor / barrister or equivalent. Positive and committed to providing a high-quality service, you will be able to show initiative and attention to detail as you will be responsible for running a caseload of civil and criminal litigation, judicial and statutory review and proceedings in tribunals and inquiries. Local government legal work is varied and whilst at times it can be challenging, it is also frequently rewarding. There will be times when you need to work under pressure and balance conflicting priorities, however, you will be supported in doing this. You will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to your own development and a willingness to undertake training and develop new skills as required. Previous experience in local government is desirable. What is important is that you are able to show that you have the skills and attributes set out in the Person Specification and a genuine enthusiasm for the role. If you think you've got what we're looking for and are keen to develop your career at a progressive, forward-thinking Council which places its staff at the heart of what it does, we'd like to hear from you. We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Rydym yn croesawu ceisiadau ar gyfer ein holl swyddi yn y Gymraeg neu'r Saesneg. Ni fydd cais a gyflwynir yn Gymraeg yn cael ei drin yn llai ffafriol na chais a gyflwynir yn Saesneg. Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from the minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role. We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role. Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK. Our values - Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together Ein gwerthoedd - Tegwch i Bawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn Gyfrifol, Gweithio gyda'n gilydd