3 months contract with a local authority
Job Purpose
* The Solicitor is responsible for providing timely, accurate, and high-quality legal advice to internal clients. This role involves managing a caseload of complex legal matters, including children's social care, adult social care, health, and related areas. The Solicitor will conduct legal proceedings and draft, review, and negotiate legal documents. This position supports the Legal Services function in delivering efficient, client-focused legal services.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
* Manage a varied caseload of complex legal matters with minimal supervision.
* Provide clear, accurate, and practical legal advice to clients.
* Conduct legal proceedings, including attendance at courts, tribunals, hearings, and inquiries.
* Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, agreements, and pleadings.
* Undertake legal research to support casework and ongoing projects.
* Ensure all work is completed efficiently, accurately, and within deadlines.
* Keep senior colleagues informed of progress, risks, and key developments.
Essential Experience Required
* Minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) in a relevant legal area.
* Experience handling complex legal matters within a specialist field.
* Proven ability to manage a high-volume and diverse caseload.
* Strong track record of working to tight deadlines and prioritizing workloads effectively.
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
* Experience supporting or supervising junior staff (desirable).
Essential Qualifications Required
* Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx).
* Relevant legal training and professional certification.
Additional Information
* Working hours: 40 hours per week.
* Location: Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7AT, United Kingdom.
* We work on a bi-weekly schedule.
* The role closes on 4th June 2026, apply ASAP.