Local Defence Authority Solicitor

2 weeks ago


Leicestershire, United Kingdom Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment Full time

My client, a top 50 UK law firm, is looking to recruit a Local Authority Defense Solicitor to join their expanding department in Birmingham.


In this role you will be assisting senior solicitors with their complex caseload as well as managing your own small caseload of your own.

The work is for local authorities, covering their full range of services from social care claims (abuse & neglect). The litigated caseload will consist of Highways Law, Occupiers Liability Employers Liability, and Housing disrepair. The work will also include Inquiries and Inquests.

The ideal candidate will be a newly qualified solicitor with experience defending a caseload of litigated files.

Although those from a claimant background looking to pursue a career at a defendant law firm are also encouraged to apply.

My client ensures that their benefits and working culture are second to none. Salary will be £45,000 DOE as well as a generous bonus scheme, flexible and hybrid working is also offered.

Benefits include but are not limited to 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, healthcare cover, 4x salary life insurance, dental plan, maternity/paternity pay and many others.


As well as the excellent benefits there are also real opportunities for career progression and this is something that is shown through independent research at the firm.

You can expect excellent employee conditions and a firm that will nurture and develop your talents.

For immediate consideration, please get in touch.

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