Litigation Team Manager
Job description
Permanent
Ref: LA202
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister in the Council’s Legal Governance Section.
The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience of conducting civil and/or criminal litigation in the County Court and/or Magistrates Court, be able to work on his/her own initiative and give advice on a wide range of legal issues. Knowledge and experience of housing, homelessness, anti-social behaviour, licensing and environment related law is important; however, equally as important is a flexible, “can-do”, attitude and enthusiasm for learning new areas of Local Government law.
The Lead Litigation Lawyer will require a number of years of post qualification experience and the ability to lead a small team.
You will be joining a progressive Section with a good reputation for its service and commitment to staff and prospects for advancement.
For an initial discussion please contact Isha Prince, Head of Legal and Democratic Services 01442 228126 (ext.2614)
The deadline for applications will be midnight on the closing date shown in the advert details.