Salary: £45,841 - £48,036 per annum (inclusive of 15% market supplement) Hours: 37 hours per week Interview Date: Tuesday 23 or Friday 26 June 2026 This is a fantastic opportunity to join Wiltshire Council in a newly created role reporting directly to the Head of Legal Services. Positioned at the heart of decision-making, you will play a key role in supporting the Monitoring Officer and Deputy Monitoring Officer on governance, democracy, and public law matters.
Ideally suited to a newly qualified solicitor, or an experienced solicitor seeking a move into a new specialism, this role offers the chance to develop expertise in Local Authority governance within a supportive and forward-thinking legal team.
Working closely with officers, elected members, and legal colleagues, you will contribute to robust governance arrangements, high-quality decision-making, and the Councils compliance with its statutory obligations. You will apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to deliver practical legal solutions while maintaining the highest professional and regulatory standards.
You will manage your own varied caseload, providing high-quality, well-researched legal advice to client departments while ensuring matters are progressed efficiently and stakeholders are kept informed. Your work will include advising on member standards, engaging with administrative law issues, and advising and attending formal meetings and committees of the council where appropriate.
This role requires excellent organisational and communication skills, the ability to prioritise effectively, and a commitment to continuous professional development. In return, you will benefit from a collaborative environment that values growth, quality, and innovation offering an excellent platform to build a rewarding career in local government law get in touch if this sounds like your ideal move.
This position comes with a 15% market supplement payment. All market supplement payments are subject to review on an annual basis.
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