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Principal Lawyer

2 months ago

Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Hertfordshire County Council Full time
Principal Lawyer Opportunities

We are seeking two experienced Principal Lawyers to join our Legal Services team at Hertfordshire County Council.

About the Roles

As a Principal Lawyer, you will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal services to the Council and its partners. You will be responsible for leading a team of lawyers and providing strategic advice on a range of legal issues, including planning, highways, and environmental law.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of lawyers and provide strategic advice on legal issues
  • Develop and implement legal strategies to support the Council's growth and development agenda
  • Work closely with internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality legal services
  • Contribute to the maintenance of Legal Services' Lexcel accreditation
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Recognised legal qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive
  • Significant qualification experience in either Commercial Law or Environment Law (Planning or Highways)
  • Experience of building strong working relationships with clients and internal teams
  • Local authority experience is beneficial but not essential
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary, a range of benefits, and the opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team. You will also have access to ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career progression.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. We guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

Please ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history, including any employment gaps, and including any training/qualifications. You will also need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.

The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.