Who You Are You are a qualified lawyer with a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in a local government setting. You possess significant expertise in prosecutions and criminal litigation, particularly in areas such as planning breaches, trading standards, and enforcement-related work. You have experience dealing with litigation before the First Tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) concerning housing and licensing matters, including the Licensing Act 2003 and the Gambling Act 2005. You are committed to maintaining high professional standards and offer a cost-effective legal service. What the Job Involves As a Special Projects Lawyer (Prosecutions), you will support the Senior Prosecutions Lawyer in providing high-quality legal advice and support to the Council. Your responsibilities will include preparing for hearings, representing the Council in various legal settings, staying updated with legislation changes, liaising with external organisations, and undertaking projects as assigned. You'll maintain effective relationships, participate in multi-disciplinary groups, and ensure compliance with Council policies and government legislation. Skills Local government experience in prosecutions and criminal litigation Expertise in planning breaches and trading standards Experience with First Tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Knowledge of Licensing Act 2003 & Gambling Act 2005 Strong advocacy and representation skills Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively