Senior Legal Officer

1 month ago


Swadlincote, United Kingdom Derbyshire County Council Full time

You must be an admitted Solicitor or a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. The post would suit someone newly qualified who wishes to specialise in local authority law, housing, licensing, and prosecutions.

You should have knowledge and experience of providing legal advice and assistance in respect of all aspects of contentious local government law.

You will be required to provide high level legal advice to both Officers and Elected Members.

The post holder will be required to undertake and/ or defend both criminal and civil litigations proceedings in the Courts. The post holder should have proven experience of the detailed examination of evidence leading to the commencement of litigation or other legal action.

The post holder will also be required to provide advice on licensing matters, as well as attend hearings of Licensing and Appeal Sub-Committee.

**_ This post is politically restricted._**

Applicants must be committed to equal opportunities, diversity and good customer care to ensure our customers receive an excellent service.

The Council operates a flexi time and Flexible Working scheme.

For an informal discussion about the posts, please contact Liz Page, Legal and Democratic Services Manager on 07425 661146.

Provisional Interview Date: Thursday 3 August 2023

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.



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