Civil Litigation Lawyer

2 months ago


Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom Sheffield City Council Full time

We are looking for individuals with a recognised Legal qualification (Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX Lawyer) with good knowledge and experience of working within civil litigation.

The work of the team is fast-paced and challenging, subject areas may include contract/commercial disputes, property litigation , debt recovery (private individuals and commercial undertakings) and public sector housing law.

The successful candidates will need to be able to demonstrate a flexible approach as the post will entail legal representation and advocacy in different forum for example, the County Court, Magistrates Court and First Tier Tribunals. Experience of civil proceedings in the Magistrates Court may be an advantage.

We welcome applicants from all legal backgrounds.

We are looking for people who are enthusiastic, flexible, with a keen eye for detail.

The ability to work well with others is key.

These are permanent roles based in Sheffield city centre.

We actively support flexible working arrangements and the wellbeing of our employees in the way we design and deliver our legal services.

You will be able to work flexibly, including working remotely, attendance "in the office" will be required for part of your working hours including court hearings.

This is a politically restricted post according to the terms of Local Government and Housing Act 1989.

We are investing in our workforce and are promoting opportunities to our under-represented groups. We value equality, diversity and inclusion and are focused on increasing the diversity of our workforce, particularly the number of Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic, Disabled and LGBTQ+ people, so that our teams reflect the communities in the city we serve. We are also supporting staff with unpaid caring responsibilities to work flexibly.

It is a great time to join us and we welcome your application.

Under the Disability Confident Scheme, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

Full-time employees work 37 hours for 52 weeks of the year and we offer a generous holiday entitlement. We are open to discussions about a wide range of flexible working opportunities which benefit you and the Council, including reduced hour contracts, working part time or as a job share.

If you are appointed to this role, your starting salary will be at the bottom of the grade. If you provide payslip evidence that your basic pay is greater than the bottom of the grade, we will consider starting you at the point of minimum advantage within the grade.

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