Qualified Solicitors / Legal Executives – Criminal and Regulatory Law
Permanent, Full Time
£48,898 to £57,526 per annum
Location: Chelmsford
Working Style: Anywhere worker
About the Role
Are you passionate about Criminal and Regulatory Law? If so, we are recruiting a Lawyer to be part of a specialist Criminal and Enforcement law section within the Dispute Resolution and Employment Law Team. This position will involve handling a full caseload consisting of contentious and non-contentious criminal and enforcement matters including, but not limited to:
Responsibilities
* Planning Enforcement Notices and Prosecutions
* Highways Enforcement Notices and Prosecutions
* Prosecutions on behalf of Essex Trading Standards
Why Essex County Council?
* Diverse and Impactful Work: We serve 1.5 million people, a £1.7 billion estate and tackle a wide range of interesting and complex legal challenges and projects.
* Supportive Team Environment: Join a brilliant team of lawyers who are dedicated to making a difference. New joiners rave about the interesting work and the support they receive.
* In-House Expertise: Most of our work is done in-house, providing you with a rich and varied experience.
What We're Looking For
* Solicitors or CILEX Professionals specialising in Regulatory and Criminal Enforcement.
* Adaptable and Eager Learners: A qualified solicitor, barrister or Chartered Legal Executive ideally with a minimum of 2 years’ post‑qualification (although less than 2 years will also be considered) and a member of the appropriate professional body. A positive attitude and willingness to learn are essential.
* Client-Facing Skills: Strong interpersonal skills to effectively serve our community.
Benefits
* Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid working arrangements with the freedom to work from home and in‑person collaboration in our Chelmsford offices.
* Generous Time Off: 27 days of holiday (increasing with service) plus 8 bank holidays and up to 4 paid volunteer days each year.
* Secure Your Future: Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
* Professional Growth: We cover professional fees for approved professions, supporting your career development.
Equal Opportunity and EEO Statement
Essex County Council is a Disability Confident Leader and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We encourage individuals with disabilities, veterans and care leavers to apply. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and to providing a fair, inclusive recruitment process. All decisions are made on merit, experience and business need, consistent with the Equality Act 2010 and the Local Government Equality Duty.
Contact
If you have queries about this role or require further information, please email resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk.
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