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Ealing Council serves the residents and businesses of London’s third largest borough, which is located in the heart of west London. We put the needs of our 385,000 residents above all else and the council’s three priorities reflect the issues that matter most to local people. We are committed to improving services, our performance and ensuring value for money in everything we do.As our Monitoring Officer, you’ll work closely with the Chief Executive, Strategic Leadership Team, Cabinet Members, and elected councillors to ensure Ealing Council operates lawfully, ethically, and transparently. You’ll lead the development of our constitution and governance framework, provide expert legal advice on strategic decisions, and champion high standards of conduct and decision-making.You will lead a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering customer-focused, enabling services that support transformation and continuous improvement, and will be responsible for the oversight and challenge of service budgets and the legal services trading account.This is more than a legal role; it’s a chance to shape the future of local democracy and governance by being part of a forward-thinking leadership team committed to innovation, inclusion, and delivering real impact for our communities.To succeed in the role of Monitoring Officer, you will:· Be a qualified solicitor, barrister or legal executive.· Have extensive experience in local government law, governance, and ethical standards and of working within or with local government.· Demonstrate expert knowledge, understanding and experience of local government law and practice.· Have significant experience of working effectively in a complex political environment and of providing strategic professional legal and governance advice to senior management and members.· Have previously lead and developed high-performing teams, delivering high-quality support services and delivering continuous improvement.· Be a pragmatic and visible leader who builds high levels of trust, motivation and performance.· Be able to constructively challenge service leads, providing robust advice and achieving a balance between supporting services and managing corporate risks.To apply for this role, submit your CV and a supporting statement addressing how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the essential criteria on the person specification for the role to <a href="mailto:seniorrecruitment@ealing.gov.uk" target="_blank">seniorrecruitment@ealing.gov.uk</a> by 5pm 31 October 2025.Your CV should be tailored and include detail of your education, qualification, full employment history and membership of professional bodies.Please aim to keep your CV and supporting statement to two pages each and include your name at the top of both documents on all pages used.This role is subject to a Member Level Appointments Panel.You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we’re looking forward to hearing from you.We’ve tried to make this website as accessible as possible. You can use the accessibility widget on the right hand side to make it more accessible to you and your needs.Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.Please note all applications will be determined on merit.<a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/21087/director_of_legal_and_democratic_services_monitoring_officer.pdf" target="_blank">Role Profile</a><a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/21086/ejr013316_-_director_of_legal_and_democratic_services_monitoring_officer.pdf" target="_blank">Monitoring Officer – Applicant Pack</a><ul></ul>

London Borough of Ealing

Director of Legal and Democratic Services (Monitoring Officer)

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £36,363 - £39,152 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentYou are a motivated, knowledgeable, and experienced professional with a strong background in licensing, regulation, and enforcement within a local authority or similar public service environment.You bring demonstrable experience of working in a licensing or regulatory team, including engaging with both the public and commercial organisations. You have previously worked in a legislative or compliance-focused setting and are confident presenting cases at formal legal hearings, such as Licensing Sub-Committees or court proceedings.Your understanding of licensing law is solid and up-to-date, including relevant legislation such as the Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, and laws relating to Hackney Carriage and Private Hire licensing. You’re also familiar with associated enforcement procedures and the legal framework that governs investigations — including CPIA 1996, RIPA 2000, and PACE Code E-F.You can demonstrate:<ul><li>The ability to investigate, interview, and negotiate effectively</li><li>A sound knowledge of licensing enforcement procedures</li><li>An understanding of court processes and evidence handling</li><li>Experience in producing clear, accurate, and well-structured documents, reports, and correspondence</li><li>Confidence in maintaining accurate manual and digital records</li></ul>You are skilled in using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and licensing databases. You’re capable of managing a varied and sometimes conflicting workload, working independently while recognising when to escalate issues or seek support. You approach work with attention to detail, a strong sense of ethics, and a proactive attitude to problem-solving and decision-making.Your communication skills are excellent — assertive when required, but always respectful, tactful, and professional. Whether speaking to individuals in interviews, engaging with businesses, or liaising with partners such as the Police, Trading Standards, or Border Agency, you represent the Council with professionalism and diplomacy.You also understand the impact of discrimination and are committed to delivering inclusive and equitable services to all communities.Ideally, you have completed training relevant to licensing inspections and hold (or are working towards) an Advanced Professional Certificate in Investigative Practice or can demonstrate equivalent experience. You’re committed to continuous professional development and staying informed of legislative changes and best practices.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You are a motivated, knowledgeable, and experienced professional with a strong background in licensing, regulation, and enforcement within a local authority or similar public service environment.You bring demonstrable experience of working in a licensing or regulatory team, including engaging with both the public and commercial organisations. You have previously worked in a legislative or compliance-focused setting and are confident presenting cases at formal legal hearings, such as Licensing Sub-Committees or court proceedings.Your understanding of licensing law is solid and up-to-date, including relevant legislation such as the Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, and laws relating to Hackney Carriage and Private Hire licensing. You’re also familiar with associated enforcement procedures and the legal framework that governs investigations — including CPIA 1996, RIPA 2000, and PACE Code E-F.You can demonstrate:<ul><li>The ability to investigate, interview, and negotiate effectively</li><li>A sound knowledge of licensing enforcement procedures</li><li>An understanding of court processes and evidence handling</li><li>Experience in producing clear, accurate, and well-structured documents, reports, and correspondence</li><li>Confidence in maintaining accurate manual and digital records</li></ul>You are skilled in using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and licensing databases. You’re capable of managing a varied and sometimes conflicting workload, working independently while recognising when to escalate issues or seek support. You approach work with attention to detail, a strong sense of ethics, and a proactive attitude to problem-solving and decision-making.Your communication skills are excellent — assertive when required, but always respectful, tactful, and professional. Whether speaking to individuals in interviews, engaging with businesses, or liaising with partners such as the Police, Trading Standards, or Border Agency, you represent the Council with professionalism and diplomacy.You also understand the impact of discrimination and are committed to delivering inclusive and equitable services to all communities.Ideally, you have completed training relevant to licensing inspections and hold (or are working towards) an Advanced Professional Certificate in Investigative Practice or can demonstrate equivalent experience. You’re committed to continuous professional development and staying informed of legislative changes and best practices.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2><h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1619231&amp;ptId=11858" target="_blank">download: Upper Licensing Officer JD&amp;PS.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1619232&amp;ptId=11858" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Upper Licensing Officer

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Permanent Ref: H0750 We have an exciting opportunity for a forward thinking, highly organised individual to join our Safe Homes Team. You will provide a high-quality front-line specialist service focusing on fire safety and compliance.&nbsp; You will assist in maintaining and ensuring our buildings are compliant and that people living in, working in or visiting our properties are safe. You will be required to successfully work with contractors to ensure work is being completed to a satisfactory standard.&nbsp; You will work with colleagues across the Housing Service to ensure our communal areas remain safe by enforcing our zero tolerance clear landings approach.&nbsp; Within the role, you will be provided with a stocked Council van and expected to undertake small maintenance tasks. The demanding role will require the successful candidate to adjust to changing demands at short notice whilst passionately delivering a compliant service for our residents.&nbsp; The ability to remain calm and methodical when dealing with challenging situations is crucial, as is the ability to give accurate technical and practical advice to customers and colleagues. The ability to build strong and meaningful relationships with colleagues and various contractors is required as well as tact, diplomacy and analytical skills.&nbsp; You should be competent, confident and committed to delivering excellent customer service.&nbsp; You will need to be self-motivated with the ability to work independently whilst also working effectively as part of a team.&nbsp; We are particularly interested in candidates who are adaptable and open to embracing changes that aim to enhance our service delivery.&nbsp; If you're ready to make a difference and thrive in a role where your actions contribute directly to the safety and well-being of our communities and customers, we would love to hear from you. An Basic check will be undertaken with the Disclosure and Barring Service to ensure that the successful candidate has no relevant convictions. The deadline for applications will be midnight on the closing date shown in the advert details.

Dacorum Borough Council

Compliance Officer

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Are you an organised and proactive administrator looking to make a real impact in a dynamic legal environment? We’re looking for a Legal Operations Administrator to join our Legal Services team and play a key role in supporting the smooth running of our legal operations. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. We are open to flexible working patterns and can provide a hybrid working environment which utilises the best of both worlds with a mix of office working in central Reading and homeworking according to the needs of the Service.&nbsp; Willingness to attend the Council Offices at least 3 days per week. About the role: As a Legal Operations Administrator, you’ll be at the heart of our legal service delivery—supporting everything from court bundle preparation and document sealing to recruitment coordination and records management. You’ll work closely with legal professionals, helping to ensure our services are efficient, compliant, and client-focused. Reading Borough Council is seeking a proactive Legal Operations Administrator to join our Legal Services team. You’ll play a vital role in supporting efficient and effective service delivery, working closely with legal professionals and service managers. Key responsibilities for the role:
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<li>Prepare and organise court bundles, including digital sharing via SharePoint</li>
<li>Process purchase order requests and manage records using DocuSign</li>
<li>Conduct HM Land Registry searches and communicate results</li>
<li>Support recruitment activities and HR processes</li>
<li>Monitor shared inboxes and distribute legal advice requests</li>
<li>Administer the court portal and maintain learning &amp; development records</li>
<li>Manage incoming/outgoing post, scan documents, and distribute to fee earners</li>
<li>Take notes and prepare action logs at team meetings</li>
<li>Conduct inductions for new starters and manage leavers</li>
<li>Support advocacy events and training delivery</li>
<li>Organise file reviews and track annual appraisals</li>
<li>Collate responses to satisfaction surveys and organise print room requests</li>
<li>Provide cover for the Finance, Data &amp; Systems Administrator as required</li>
<li>Support and train Legal Operations Apprentices</li>
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You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed. Our offer: We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
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<a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme</a> (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
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For more information on this position please contact Harjit Bains, Legal Operations Manager via email – <a href="mailto:harjit.bains@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">harjit.bains@reading.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:harjit.bains@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a>Closing Date: Sunday 12th October 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed

Reading Borough Council

Legal Operations Administrator

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We have a fantastic opportunity for an apprentice to join our Legal Operations Team which provides high quality business support to Reading Borough Council’s Legal Service. The Legal Service in Reading provide excellent in-house provision to our teams across the Council and through our Joint Legal Shared Service we provide councils across Berkshire with a legal service which is approaching 25 years in term. It is an extremely exciting time to join our legal service in Reading as we continue to deliver our ambitious strategic plan. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. We are open to flexible working patterns and can provide a hybrid working environment which utilises the best of both worlds with a mix of office working in central Reading and homeworking according to the needs of the Service. About the role: Our Legal Operations staff work as part of a team responsible for providing comprehensive administration support to the council’s legal service. Postholder will deliver general operational support to a very busy service and with the right training and support you will be able to help deliver effective system and process support to staff within the service.&nbsp; We aim to provide the opportunity to develop core skills as part of the role, as well as the ability to build strong transferable administration skills to support the whole service and our customers. The role is varied, and no two days will be the same, you could be asked to complete a range of administration related tasks including processing financial transactions, taking minutes at meetings, assisting staff with IT system queries or providing management information and reports. You will be asked to work both on office administration and the finance side of the business. You’ll be working towards achieving a Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship, for more information on this please visit - <a href="https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/business-administrator-v1-0" target="_blank">Business administrator / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education</a> About you: We are looking for a proactive and organised individual with:
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<li>Strong administrative skills and attention to detail.</li>
<li>Good communication and teamwork abilities.</li>
<li>A willingness to learn and adapt to new systems and processes.</li>
<li>Experience in finance administration, data management, or legal operations is desirable but not essential.</li>
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Duties: Legal Operations Administration:
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<li>Seal legal documents and complete HM Land Registry search requests.</li>
<li>Monitor service inboxes and manage post.</li>
<li>Conduct records management and organise print room requests.</li>
<li>Support the set-up and induction of new starters.</li>
<li>Carry out satisfaction surveys to help improve our services.</li>
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Finance Duties:
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<li>Process purchase order requests and court invoices.</li>
<li>Produce finance reports and assist with invoicing and internal recharging.</li>
<li>Support supplier set-up and management.</li>
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Systems &amp; Data Management:
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<li>Set up new users and support the legal case management system.</li>
<li>Administer Microsoft Teams and SharePoint platforms.</li>
<li>Assist with process mapping, workflow development, and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).</li>
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General Support:
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<li>Provide flexible support to the team, undertaking any other duties in line with the grade.</li>
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You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed. Our offer: We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>
<a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme</a> (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
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For more information on this position please contact Harjit Bains, Legal Operations Manager via email – <a href="mailto:harjit.bains@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">harjit.bains@reading.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:harjit.bains@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a>Closing Date: Thursday 16th October 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed

Legal Operations Apprentice

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Senior Information Rights Officer £45,750 - £49,056 per annum About Us London Borough of Newham is looking for a dynamic individual to join our Information Rights Team as a Senior Information Rights Officer on a permanent contract. The Information Rights Team work within the Information Assurance function that is part of the Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Service in LB Newham. This post will be on LB Newham Terms and Conditions and based at Dockside, Newham with a degree of flexible working. Travel between other offices may be required. About the Job This role involves processing all information rights requests therefore substantial knowledge of the UK General Data Protection Regulation (relating to information rights), the Data Protection Act 2018, the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 is essential. This is a key role in the delivery of Data Subject Access Requests (SARs), Freedom of Information (FOI’s), Environmental Information (EIR’s), Disclosure Requests and other individual information rights requests within statutory timescales on behalf of the Council. You will also be expected to support other wider team activities for example the running of subject matter drop-in clinics. About You You should be able to demonstrate the ability to interpret and apply legislation to complex requests, including the application of exemptions and exceptions. You must also be proficient in preparing and delivering redacted document bundles to support requests. You should be self-motivated as you will have your own case load and your excellent communication skills will be essential to your success in your ability to work as part of the team and develop effective working relationships especially social work colleagues. Please view JD here closing date: 31st October 2025 Please note the post may close early if a high volume of applications are received. Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

London Borough of Newham

Senior Information Rights Officer

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We wish to recruit a Lawyer into the Litigation and Regulatory team with responsibility for providing legal services in relation to Adult Social Care debt recovery related matters. The post holder will carry a caseload of Debt Recovery &nbsp;cases in relation to Adult social care debt , often complex in nature and working with limited supervision Demonstrable experience of the Law relating to civil litigation and debt recovery is essential.
Provisional Interview date - 13th October 2025

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Sefton Council LGA Peer Review - 2022

Adult Social Care Debt Recovery Lawyer

Ealing Council have an exciting new opportunity as Lawyer (Employment and Tribunals) available on a fulltime basis. The London Borough of Ealing is proud to be a Borough synonymous with first class services, with vibrant and diverse communities.The lawyer role: advise on and deal with all legal matters relating to employment law to the Council, schools and other organisations from time to time. You will work independently and manage a high case load, ensuring that decisions are made in accordance with the Council’s Constitution and the legislative framework. You will have a key role in representing the Council in court proceedings. You will also have a key role in ensuring the Council achieves best value in its commissioning.You may be responsible for advising senior leaders, independent panels and advising on corporate policies.As the Employment and Tribunals lawyer you will:<ul><li>Provide highly technical, specialist advice on all areas of employment law.</li><li>Advice on issues relating to the Data Protection Act 2018, Environmental Information Regulations 2004 and the Freedom of Information Act 2000.</li><li>Conduct straightforward and complex proceedings including evaluation of evidence, strategic case management advice, case preparation and advocacy, where appropriate.</li><li>Advise clients on the risks of legal challenge and advise them how to mitigate risk.</li></ul>Our ideal Employment and Tribunals Lawyer will have the below skills and experience:Must be an admitted solicitor, barrister or legal executive.Ealing is the third largest London borough. It is an exciting place to live and to work with a lively interplay of different cultures. There are excellent transport links within the borough, to central and outer London and neighbouring counties.Ealing Council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Ealing follows safer recruitment practices to protect children and vulnerable adults. The post holder will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.This post is subject to Ealing’s enhanced vetting process.You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we’re looking forward to hearing from you.We’ve tried to make this website as accessible as possible. You can use the accessibility widget on the right hand side to make it more accessible to you and your needs.Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.We therefore welcome applications from all residents of the borough, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are entering the employment market in the early stages of their career and mid-career professionals, who are currently underrepresented in Ealing’s workforce.Please note all applications will be determined on merit.This role is deemed customer facing and as such you must have a command of spoken English which is sufficient to enable you to effectively perform the role. This requirement relates to Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016.Interviews will take place 10th November 2025<a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/downloads/download/8627/ejr013309_-_lawyer" target="_blank">Role profile</a><a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/downloads/download/8135/ex_offenders_policy" target="_blank">Ex-offenders Policy </a><ul></ul>

Lawyer

Job Title: Paralegal - Dispute Resolution Starting Salary: £34,433 opportunity to progress to £37,280 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Stevenage/Hybrid&nbsp; Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4>With more than 100 colleagues in the team Herts Legal is one of the largest and most successful legal teams in local government and offers a complete legal service to clients across the County Council, District Councils and other public sector bodies.Our lawyers, paralegals and support staff are crucial to the County Council's continued success. We have high standards for our services and we are pleased to be recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the Law Society's Lexcel quality standard assessor.The Dispute Resolution team sits within Herts Legal and provides a litigation service to Herts County Council and shared service clients. Dispute resolution covers all areas of council litigation including employment tribunals, contentious property matters in the first tier (residential) tribunal, housing possession and disrepair for Stevenage Borough Council, prosecutions and all aspects of civil litigation including debt recovery, commercial leases and contract disputes, judicial review, planning and licensing disputes. In addition, the team supports service departments with effective complaints handling and corresponding with the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman.<h4>About the role</h4>Supporting litigation lawyers in all areas of council litigation including civil litigation, debt recovery employment tribunals, prosecutions, housing conditions claims (for shared service partners), contentious commercial lease and contract disputes, judicial review, planning, property and licensing disputes.Handling a case load of litigation cases in the above areas.Playing a key role in county council complaints process liaising with local government ombudsman’s office and local government ombudsman complaints.Liaising with support staff and preparing bundles for court proceedings, you will be asked to draft documents and witness statements and attend the County Court and Magistrates’ Court on applications and provide legal advice.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Law degree, post graduate diploma in law, Level 3 CILEX qualified or equivalent.</li><li>Previous experience of working in a legal environment.</li><li>Previous experience of working in one of the following: civil litigation, debt recovery, housing, employment law.</li><li>Self-reliant and able to carry out tasks with minimal supervision.</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills</li><li>Able to work under pressure, to organise and prioritise workloads and comply with court deadlines.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Completed legal practice course or equivalent.</li><li>Experience one or more of the following: civil litigation, debt recovery, housing, employment tribunal claims.</li><li>Access to own transport to use for travelling to local courts.</li></ul>If you are a career paralegal or looking to qualify as a solicitor/legal executive or equivalent and have a strong commitment to local government and litigation and dispute resolution more generally this role is for you. You will gain experience in a wide range of key areas of practise and be able to run your own cases as well as supporting the progress of more complex claims.You will be required to work at a fast pace often to tight court deadlines without compromising quality and attention to detail and, in turn, supporting the County Council’s wider aims of delivering effectively for its residents.&nbsp;This job role is within the Corporate Services, level CORP9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Corporate servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact,Email: <a href="mailto:alexander.mcdowall@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">alexander.mcdowall@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Tel: 01992 556920 (56920) | Mob: 07812 322336 for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: to be confirmedBenefits of working for usWe welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Paralegal - Dispute Resolution

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<h1>Head of Legal Services &amp; Deputy Monitoring Officer</h1>
Harborough District Council
Location: Market Harborough / Hybrid
Salary:&nbsp; £67,236 - £71,223, A Golden Hello of up to 10% of starting salary may be applied depending on relevant skills, experience and current salary.
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
<h2>Shape the Legal Future of Harborough District</h2>
Are you a dynamic, forward-thinking legal professional ready to lead and inspire? Harborough District Council is seeking an exceptional Head of Legal Services to drive our legal, procurement, and information governance functions, and to act as Deputy Monitoring Officer. This is an exciting opportunity in a pivotal leadership role at the heart of our organisation, offering the chance to make a real difference for our residents, businesses, and communities. You’ll join a supportive, ambitious senior leadership team, working collaboratively to deliver our Corporate Plan and ensure the highest standards of governance and service.
<h2>About the Role</h2>
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<li>Lead and manage Legal Services, Procurement, Information Governance, and Corporate Support.</li>
<li>Provide expert legal advice across a broad range of areas including contracts, property, planning, litigation, and governance.</li>
<li>Act as Solicitor to the Council and Deputy Monitoring Officer, upholding the highest standards of conduct and probity.</li>
<li>Drive service transformation, innovation, and continuous improvement, shaping the legal and procurement strategies and service delivery models.</li>
<li>Coach, mentor, and develop your team, building resilience and talent for the future.</li>
<li>Work closely with elected members, senior officers, and external partners to deliver excellent outcomes.</li>
<li>Support the ambitious program of works and play a key role in corporate projects, emergency planning, and the Council’s transformation agenda.</li>
</ul>
<h2>About You</h2>
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<li>Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with significant post qualification experience</li>
<li>Proven track record of leading legal teams and managing high-performing services.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of local government law and governance and the ability to advise senior stakeholders</li>
<li>Politically astute, with excellent communication, leadership, and partnership skills.</li>
<li>Committed to customer service, equality, and continuous professional development.</li>
<li>Able to work flexibly, including some evenings and weekends.</li>
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<h2>Why Join Us?</h2>
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<li>Be part of a values-driven, ambitious council making a real impact.</li>
<li>Develop and lead a talented, supportive team with scope to shape services and innovate.</li>
<li>Hybrid working and flexible arrangements to support work-life balance.</li>
<li>Generous annual leave, pension, and professional development opportunities.</li>
<li>A welcoming, collaborative culture where your expertise is valued.</li>
</ul>
<h2>How to Apply</h2>
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Liz Elliot, Deputy Chief Executive, email address: <a href="mailto:l.elliott@harborough.gov.uk" target="_blank">l.elliott@harborough.gov.uk</a>. To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining how you meet the person specification. Closing date: 17th October 2025 Interview date: 3rd November 2025
Harborough District Council is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post is politically restricted and subject to a standard DBS check.

Head of Legal Services & Deputy Monitoring Officer

Job Title: Paralegal - Commercial Starting Salary: £34,433 opportunity to progress to £37,280 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Stevenage/Hybrid&nbsp; Contract Type: Fixed Term End date 31/12/2027 Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4>With more than 100 colleagues in the team Herts Legal is one of the largest and most successful legal teams in local government and offers a complete legal service to clients across the County Council, District Councils and other public sector bodies.Our lawyers, paralegals and support staff are crucial to the County Council's continued success. We have high standards for our services and we are pleased to be recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the Law Society's Lexcel quality standard assessor.The Commercial Law Team provides expert advice on commercial law matters, including:<ul><li>Contract drafting and negotiation</li><li>Procurement and tender processes</li><li>Subsidy control</li><li>Major projects</li><li>Pensions</li><li>Information governance</li><li>Company secretarial work</li></ul><h4>About the role</h4>As a Paralegal, you will support the Commercial Law Team by:<ul><li>Assisting Lawyers with commercial law matters.</li><li>Conducting administrative tasks including file management, arranging meetings, populating contracts and arranging contract sealing.</li><li>Liaising with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Drafting straightforward legal documents such as contract variations and deeds of extension and novation.</li><li>Undertaking legal research.</li><li>Supporting with training and the maintenance of legal precedents.</li><li>Completing any other tasks assigned to you by the Principal Lawyer.</li></ul>You will manage day to day tasks independently without the need for close or prescriptive supervision.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Law degree, post graduate diploma in law or equivalent</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills</li><li>Ability to build and maintain professional relationships</li><li>Organised, able to prioritise and work under pressure</li><li>Client focused and a commitment to delivering results.</li><li>Good attention to detail.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Previous legal work experience.</li><li>Experience in commercial and/or procurement law.</li></ul>This is a great opportunity for a motivated and organised individual to join a thriving public sector legal team. You’ll gain valuable experience working alongside experienced commercial lawyers, making this an excellent step for career development.If you think you have the attitude and skills to make a success of this exciting role at Herts Legal, we look forward to receiving your application.This job role is within the Corporate Services, level CORP9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Corporate servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact:Craig Athorn, Principal Lawyer,Email: <a href="mailto:Craig.Athorn@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Craig.Athorn@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>T. 01992 555037 for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: to be confirmedBenefits of working for usWe welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Paralegal - Commercial

As Head of Governance and Compliance, you’ll lead the delivery of governance and company secretarial services across the Peabody Group. You’ll work closely with non-executive board and committee members, senior leaders and colleagues to ensure governance is effective, compliant, and future-ready. You’ll oversee the Governance and Compliance team, building a culture of excellence while driving improvements in systems, processes, and compliance. Acting as deputy to the Director of Governance and Compliance, you’ll also support the Group Secretary on complex matters, making a direct impact on how we deliver good governance across the organisation. What you'll need <ul><li>Qualified or part qualified company secretary, or equivalent qualification, and/or demonstrable relevant experience within the housing sector</li></ul><ul><li>Strong, up-to-date, professional knowledge of the legal, regulatory, and policy frameworks in which housing associations operate.</li></ul><ul><li>Proven management experience in building a high-performing team, demonstrating credibility, personal drive, and ambition to make a difference.</li><li>Demonstrable experience in supporting Boards and Executives with their responsibilities in governance and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.</li></ul> You’ll need to be in the office for a minimum of 2 days per week. Why Join Us? When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered. Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody: <ul><li>30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays</li><li>Two additional paid volunteering days each year</li><li>Flexible benefits scheme, including family-friendly benefits and access to a discount portal</li><li>4x salary life assurance</li><li>Up to 10% pension contribution</li></ul> If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, Victoria at <a href="mailto:victoria.wilson1@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">victoria.wilson1@peabody.org.uk</a> Please read before applying: We may close this advert before the advertised closing date, depending on the number of quality applications received. PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.<ul></ul>

Peabody

Head of Governance and Compliance

<h4> Location </h4> Alfreton <h4> Agile working – work style </h4> Fixed Base Worker <h4> Business Area </h4> Administration, Legal <h4> Department </h4> East Midland Legal Services <h4> Rank </h4> N/A <h4> Grade </h4> D <h4>Salary</h4>£23,748 - £28,653<h4> Part/Full Time </h4> Full Time <h4> Hours per Week </h4> 37 <h4> Additional Working Conditions </h4> Suitable for Job Share, Flexi-time, Part Time <h4> Type of Contract </h4> Permanent <h4> Vetting Level Required </h4> MV <h4> Description </h4>We'll motivate you to work outside your comfort zone and encourage you to grow as part of the largest legal collaboration in Policing.East Midlands Police Legal Services (EMPLS) is an established collaboration providing legal representation and in-house service to five Police Forces covering the East Midlands region.The role provides opportunities to support our work in providing legal services to a client base of over 10,000 officers and police staff, as well as helping to protect the public and maintaining high standards of the Police Service.We offer a generous starting salary of £23,748 as well as key work/life benefits such as a competitive pension, generous annual leave, and flexi-time. For part time hours the salary will be calculated on a pro-rata basis, this is based on the number of hours for the vacancy.The role will provide you with the chance to make a real difference to the lives of the people of the East Midlands, supporting a dynamic legal team to help protect and serve the public in vital and dynamic areas of the law. As a Legal Secretary, based in our office at Alfreton, your responsibilities will include dealing with the public and members of police forces on the phone, creation and maintenance of legal cases on our state-of-the-art case management system, processing financial transactions, correspondence and other administrative duties.What’s in it for you?At Derbyshire Constabulary, we want to create an environment that puts people first, so you feel supported in everything you do. We have a range of <a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/what-we-can-offer-you" target="_blank">reward and benefits</a> available to all our employees.What’s nextPlease click APPLYto complete your application, telling us how you meet the essential and desirable criteria by showcasing your skills and experience.<ul><li>Vacancy closes 16 October 2025 at 23:55</li></ul>To support you with your application we have provided some <a href="https://sway.cloud.microsoft/vGS12xsbDC1vl4vU?ref=Link&amp;loc=mysways" target="_blank">application guidance</a> and <a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/find-job/our-recruitment-process" target="_blank">our recruitment process</a>.If you want a chat about how we can help you throughout the recruitment process and your career with us, get in touch with the Talent Acquisition Team: <a href="mailto:careers@derbyshire.police.uk" target="_blank">careers@derbyshire.police.uk</a>Who we areAt Derbyshire Constabulary, policing isn’t just patrolling the streets. Just as important as our uniformed officers is our dedicated team of professional support staff working behind the scenes. It’s these skilled people, people like you who contribute to the policing of Derbyshire.To understand how you can make Derbyshire safer together visit our <a href="https://careers.derbyshire.police.uk/" target="_blank">careers website</a>.We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented and neurodiverse backgrounds, so that we can truly reflect the communities that we serve in.<h4> Document Attachment </h4><a href="https://shrsc.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/channel-1/appcentre-3/brand-5/xf-30af0f447d4b/candidate/download_file_opp/8953/56782/1/0/b0e889d64816ad412f647f164cdc570d11d00d80" target="_blank"> Legal Secretary.pdf – 135KB </a> 





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Derbyshire Constabulary

Legal Secretary

We are recruiting a Paralegal at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Full time, Fixed Term for 1 year Location: Penallta House / Home working / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Planning Land and Highways This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £28,598 - £31,022 and offer access to training and development opportunities. We are seeking to appoint a paralegal to work within the Planning, Land &amp; Highways Division within Legal Services. The successful candidate will support the preparation and administration of all matters by contributing to the delivery of an efficient and effective service as part of the team by dealing with emails, mail, arranging, accepting meetings and telephone calls.You will be responsible for developing and monitoring systems in use to achieve the best possible standards of service delivery. You will act as a point of contact between client service departments, Solicitors, Welsh Government any other statutory bodies, and members of the public.You will provide support to the team in all aspects of work involved in various land related transactions including conveyancing, landlord and tenant matters, easements, boundary queries, encroachments.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Minimum 5 GSCEs grades A*–C including Welsh / English Language or equivalent Level 2 qualifications on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales.</li><li>Excellent organisational and time management skills.</li><li>Experience in conveyancing, land and property law, both in the practice of the law and in administration within a legal office.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Vickie Julian on 01443 863014 or email <a href="mailto:JULIAV@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">JULIAV@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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Paralegal

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<h1>Summary</h1>What you'll doNotting Hill Genesis, one of London's largest housing associations, are looking for a Paralegal to join our Legal Disrepair team to manage and oversee all aspects of your own disrepair caseload from receipt of the initial letter of claim to legal settlement and completion of works.You will form an integral part of Notting Hill Genesis' legal resources by providing legal support to the operational teams and/or repairs teams on disrepair issues. You'll be a trusted and knowledgeable voice on legal matters in relation to disrepair matters to the wider business. Working closely with the wider operational teams including local officers, repair teams and tenancy sustainment and safeguarding teams, you'll ensure cases are handled sensitively, making recommendations and driving appropriate outcomes that safeguard the business whilst putting the resident at the centre of decisions.How you'll do itYou will be accountable for cases referred to you by the operational and/or repairs teams. You'll use your proven knowledge and judgement in collaboration with the operational teams to manage and mitigate risk for the organisation. You will be able to balance resident centricity against business risk in communicating advice and weighing up decisions. You will provide training, support and advice to operational teams and repairs teams on disrepair matters, empowering them to make day to day management decisions effectively. You will work on a caseload basis allowing you to sustain great relationships with colleagues and better understand the properties and residents within the area you provide legal support to.Specific duties will include: <ul>
<li>Manage a caseload and provide legal support to operational teams on escalated disrepair matters. </li>
<li>Provide comprehensive legal support to the repairs team in respect of disrepair casework, particularly, the handling and management of disrepair claims within the pre-action protocol.</li>
<li>Work effectively with panel solicitors where cases (including disrepair) require external involvement.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively and coach Legal Assistants across casework as needed.</li>
<li>Utilise other departments and work effectively with them on cases that may require their input such as repairs and operational teams.</li>
<li>Confidentially represent NHG in external settings such as court, multi-agency meetings, local authority engagement meetings, mediation and casework panels on tenancy and lease breach issues.</li>
<li>Prepare, draft and respond to all necessary legal documentation and bundles, evidence and witness statements as required and to a high standard. This includes internal reports and papers with recommendations for decision.</li>
<li>Take ownership and accountability for your caseload in accordance with performance indicators and own the end to end process. Seek advice, flag risk and offer mitigations on issues that may arise.</li>
<li>Work closely with the operational teams and tenancy sustainment and safeguarding teams, to be confident that legal escalation takes place once all reasonable proactive engagement with residents has been exhausted, always focusing on tenancy sustainment objectives.</li>
<li>Support and advise operational teams to ensure legal risks are identified and mitigated appropriately and where possible proactively. Feed into policy and practices to support this </li>
</ul>The ideal candidateWe believe great service starts with great people, and we are committed to recruiting and developing passionate, enthusiastic, and talented individuals who can add value to our thriving organisation. We are looking for a conscientious person, who has an eye for detail and an enthusiasm for law. You should have excellent written and verbal communication skills and a proven ability to exercise good judgement and discretion. You will be able to work efficiently, showing excellent case management skills, attention to detail and an ability to meet deadlines and prioritise tasks. You will also be able to develop and maintain strong relationships with colleagues, operational teams and third party stakeholders.Essential: <ul>
<li>Experience working within a disrepair or asset management team within a legal department or practice, housing association or similar organisation.</li>
<li>Experience managing your own caseload with cases similar to those required in this role</li>
<li>A law degree, CILEX or equivalent</li>
<li>Strong organisational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail</li>
<li>Good drafting skills</li>
<li>Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. </li>
</ul>Desirable: <ul>
<li>Knowledge of all relevant legislation i.e. Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018, etc.</li>
<li>A working understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules</li>
</ul>What's in it for you?Once you join us, you'll find plenty of opportunities to grow within our organisation. You'll also have access to a wide range of learning opportunities to help you achieve and maximise your potential. Benefits include: <ul>
<li>Excellent annual leave allowance and flexible working opportunities (qualifying period may apply) </li>
<li>Generous pension scheme </li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay in addition to statutory entitlements (qualifying period may apply) </li>
<li>Employee assistance - free confidential advice and counselling services provided by independent specialist organisations. </li>
<li>Health cash plan </li>
<li>Staff discounts - we give our staff access to discounts at hundreds of major retailers, gyms, restaurants, entertainment, days out, insurance, and much more. </li>
<li>Interest free loans - season ticket loan, tenancy deposit loan, and training loan </li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme. </li>
<li>Life Assurance x 4 annual salary</li>
</ul>All about usNotting Hill Genesis is a not-for-profit organisation providing affordable homes for Londoners and it is now one of the largest housing associations in London. We are both a landlord and a developer, with more than 60,000 existing homes and 10,000 more in our pipeline and we employ around 1,500 staff. For more information on what we do and what makes us different please visit:<a href="https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/" target="_blank">https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/</a> We welcome applications from everyone. We actively monitor the diversity of our workforce and strive to show equal representation throughout all levels of the organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident employer amongst other diversity commitments. To find out more about our approach to equality, diversity and inclusion please visit: <a href="https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/diversity-is-our-strength/" target="_blank">https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/diversity-is-our-strength/</a> Selection ProcessStep 1: If you are interested, please send your application now! Closing date is 10 October 2025Step 2: Successful candidates will be invited to interview and assessment week commencing 13 October 2025Please apply for this role online. If you are not able to apply online or if you have any reasonable adjustment requirements arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our hiring team via .  Should a redeployee apply for this role, their application will be considered before any others. NHG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, so we advise you to submit your application at your earliest opportunity.

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<h1>Summary</h1>What you'll doNotting Hill Genesis, one of London's largest housing associations, are looking for a Paralegal to join our Legal Disrepair team to manage and oversee all aspects of your own disrepair caseload from receipt of the initial letter of claim to legal settlement and completion of works. You will work closely with disrepair coordinators, surveyors and other teams to ensure an efficient and effective legal resolution to all cases. We support flexible working arrangements that foster collaboration, combined with the power of in-person interactions. For this role, we'd expect you to be in the office three times a week to ensure we're at our prime, crafting exceptional customer experiences and achieving outstanding business outcomes. How you'll do itYou will have your own caseload for you to drive an effective, pre-litigation resolution which is both practically achievable and cost effective to the organisation. Your decisions will be made in collaboration with operational teams, whilst placing the resident at the centre of every decision.Specific duties will include: <ul>
<li>Leading on and managing your own caseload of disrepair claims as well as liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure cases are managed in a joined-up way</li>
<li>Applying your knowledge of the relevant laws, regulations and processes (including the pre-action protocol and the Civil Procedure Rules) to assess and advise on evidence, extent of liability and quantum.</li>
<li>Concluding cases in a timely manner but also in a way which is cost effective and minimises risk to the organisation.</li>
<li>Collating documentation from multiple sources in order to fulfil disclosure obligations.</li>
<li>Processing and drafting legal documents such as Part 36 offers, settlement agreements and Tomlin/Consent orders.</li>
<li>Representing NHG in external settings such as court, multi-agency meetings, local authority engagement meetings, mediation and casework panels.</li>
<li>Preparing, drafting and responding to all necessary legal documentation including bundles, evidence and witness statements as required.</li>
</ul>The ideal candidateWe believe great service starts with great people, and we are committed to recruiting and developing passionate, enthusiastic, and talented individuals who can add value to our thriving organisation. We are looking for a conscientious person, who has an eye for detail and an enthusiasm for law. You should have excellent written and verbal communication skills and a proven ability to exercise good judgement and discretion. You will be able to work efficiently, showing excellent case management skills, attention to detail and an ability to meet deadlines and prioritise tasks. You will also be able to develop and maintain strong relationships with colleagues, operational teams and third party stakeholders. Essential: <ul>
<li>Experience working within a disrepair or asset management team within a legal department or practice, housing association or similar organisation.</li>
<li>A law degree, CILEX or equivalent</li>
<li>Strong organisational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail</li>
<li>Good drafting skills</li>
<li>Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.</li>
</ul>Desirable: <ul>
<li>Knowledge of all relevant legislation i.e. Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018, etc.
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<li>A working understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules</li>
</ul>What's in it for you?Once you join us, you'll find plenty of opportunities to grow within our organisation. You'll also have access to a wide range of learning opportunities to help you achieve and maximise your potential. Benefits include: <ul>
<li>Excellent annual leave allowance and flexible working opportunities (qualifying period may apply) </li>
<li>Generous pension scheme </li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay in addition to statutory entitlements (qualifying period may apply) </li>
<li>Employee assistance - free confidential advice and counselling services provided by independent specialist organisations. </li>
<li>Health cash plan </li>
<li>Staff discounts - we give our staff access to discounts at hundreds of major retailers, gyms, restaurants, entertainment, days out, insurance, and much more. </li>
<li>Interest free loans - season ticket loan, tenancy deposit loan, and training loan </li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme. </li>
<li>Life Assurance x 4 annual salary</li>
</ul> All about usNotting Hill Genesis is a not-for-profit organisation providing affordable homes for Londoners and it is now one of the largest housing associations in London. We are both a landlord and a developer, with more than 60,000 existing homes and 10,000 more in our pipeline and we employ around 1,500 staff. For more information on what we do and what makes us different please visit:<a href="https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/" target="_blank">https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/</a> We welcome applications from everyone. We actively monitor the diversity of our workforce and strive to show equal representation throughout all levels of the organisation. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident employer amongst other diversity commitments. To find out more about our approach to equality, diversity and inclusion please visit: <a href="https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/diversity-is-our-strength/" target="_blank">https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/diversity-is-our-strength/</a> Selection ProcessStep 1: If you are interested, please send your application now! Closing date is 10 October 2025.  Step 2: Successful candidates will be invited to interview and assessment week commencing 19 May 2025.Please note this role is internally known as Paralegal. Please apply for this role online. If you are not able to apply online or if you have any reasonable adjustment requirements arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our hiring team via <a href="mailto:jobs@nhg.org.uk" target="_blank">jobs@nhg.org.uk</a>.  Should a redeployee apply for this role, their application will be considered before any others. NHG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, so we advise you to submit your application at your earliest opportunity.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
Are you a talented barrister, solicitor or legal executive (qualified in England and Wales) who is interested in commercial contracts and procurement work in a local government setting? Come and join our award-winning Legal Services team by the sea!&nbsp;
You will have a real impact providing legal solution-focused advice and guidance relating to commercial contracts and at all stages of the procurement process and managing your own varied case load of contracts and procurement work. &nbsp;Our team works on many exciting projects. Examples of work we have carried out recently include acting on a contract to enable the City to host this year’s Women’s Rugby World Cup tournament, providing commercial law support to a range of historic building restoration projects, acting on construction projects for new social housing regeneration schemes, &nbsp; acting on a contract for a city-wide EV chargers scheme and contracts for a flood and coastal risk management scheme.&nbsp;
Interview date: w/c 3 November 2025
Please contact <a href="mailto:Eleanor.Richards@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">Eleanor.Richards@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a> if you would like to discuss this role.
<h2>About the role</h2>We are looking to recruit a qualified lawyer with relevant contracts and procurement experience to support this area of work, working as part of a supportive and dynamic Contracts and Procurement team. &nbsp;Excellent client care, communication skills, a positive attitude and a willingness to develop in the role are essential.&nbsp;The Council is an existing Unitary Authority and the Legal Services team is recognised by Lexcel as an excellent, well-led service. We have had many award successes, including winning the 2024 LLG Legal Team of the year. &nbsp;We can offer you a comprehensive benefits package including flexible working arrangements, a local government pension, and employee discount benefits. &nbsp;&nbsp;We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining. We take diversity and inclusivity seriously and are looking to build a service which reflects the community which we represent.&nbsp;We are committed to attracting, retaining and developing our employees. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates.Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your CV and answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/cv-guidance?_ga=2.114937031.1983554457.1758526544-1735845399.1754043247" target="_blank">CV guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>
We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.
For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us</a>
<h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>

Brighton & Hove City Council

Lawyer (Contracts & Procurement)

Are you a focused, enthusiastic team player looking to take that next step in your legal career?We are looking for someone like you to join our team! You will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of legal disciplines, learning from specialist lawyers on matters including litigation, property, contracts and more, with a view to your qualification and admission as a solicitor.What will you be doing?<ul><li>Developing your skills and knowledge of the legal profession, including, but not limited to, advocacy and oral presentations; case and transaction management; client care; communication skills; document drafting and preparation; interviewing and advising; interpretation and research.</li><li>Carrying a mixed caseload of local government work under supervision, in accordance with experience and expertise gained during the Training Contract.</li><li>Where deemed appropriate, to advocate in appropriate uncontested hearings in civil and criminal matters, to present the Council’s case in the Magistrates, County Court or other such tribunal forum.</li><li>Drafting contracts agreements and deeds relating to all aspects of the Council’s business, as well as instructions to Counsel and reports.</li></ul>About youAs an ideal candidate, you will have:<ul><li>Self-motivation and enthusiasm with a strong desire to learn,</li><li>Good research and analytical skills,</li><li>Excellent IT and communication skills, with ability to relate well to others,</li><li>A commitment to training and self-development; and</li><li>A wish to pursue a career in Local Authority law.</li></ul>What can we offer you?<ul><li>A stimulating and supportive work environment</li><li>Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time</li><li>26-29 days annual leave rising to 34 days with 5 years' local government service</li><li>Employee well-being programme</li></ul>How to apply For an informal discussion about the role and to find out more about East Herts Council's ambitions please contact James Ellis, Director for Legal, Policy and Governance on 01279 502170.Closing date: 27th October at Midday. Interviews will be held on: 12th and 13th of NovemberSo, if you’re looking to take the next step in your journey to qualify as a solicitor, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity and maintaining a firm commitment to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. We believe that creating inclusive environments leads to stronger collaboration and better outcomes in our work.





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Trainee Solicitor

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Advert:
Role: Legal Officer (Contracts/Generalist) Salary: £37,841 – £52,653 (pro-rata for part-time) Location: Civic Centre, Esher – Hybrid Working Hours: 36 (Full-time or Part-time considered)
Are you a qualified legal professional looking to make a meaningful impact in local government? Do you thrive in a forward-thinking team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth?
Elmbridge Borough Council is seeking a Legal Officer (Contracts/Generalist) to join our progressive Legal Services team. You’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality legal advice across contracts, procurement, partnerships, and broader local government matters.
What You’ll Be Doing:
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<li>Advising on contracts, procurement, redevelopment projects, and grant agreements.</li>
<li>Drafting and reviewing legal documents with precision and clarity.</li>
<li>Supporting Information Governance and compliance with FOI, EIR, and Data Protection legislation.</li>
<li>Attending committee meetings and representing the Council in legal forums.</li>
<li>Collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver effective legal solutions.</li>
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What We’re Looking For:
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<li>A qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive.</li>
<li>Experience in contract and procurement law, ideally within a local government setting.</li>
<li>A proactive, adaptable mindset with a commitment to continuous learning.</li>
<li>Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.</li>
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Elmbridge Borough Council

Legal Officer (Contracts/Generalist)

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Housing and Litigation Lawyer&nbsp; PO3 to PO5 : £52,925&nbsp;- £62,495 depending on experience pa (inclusive of £5000 Market Supplement)&nbsp; In addition to the salary, we offer legally qualified new starters a £5,000 welcome bonus which is payable 50% after 6 months and 50% after 12 months in the role. Hybrid working About Us: It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council,&nbsp;we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our&nbsp;Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth.&nbsp;To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were develop for staff by staff;&nbsp;Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated&nbsp;One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.&nbsp; About the Borough: Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.&nbsp; With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an exciting, enriching and dynamic environment. About the Team: This is a varied role, and the successful candidates will be expected to be part of a busy team carrying a challenging caseload.&nbsp;The successful candidate will be highly organised, proactive, flexible, able to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines.&nbsp;They will maintain quality assurance and performance standards in the service provided by their team to the Council. About the Role: There are several posts available as the team is expanding&nbsp;and a successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of contested housing litigation and related legal advice, ensuring that the Council receives cost-effective high-quality advice and representation. Housing Lawyer The post covers claims brought under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, Environmental Health Act 1990, Defective Premises Act 1972, together with contractual claims from tenants and leaseholders including breach applications.&nbsp; Additionally, the successful candidate may be asked to act in contested possession proceedings including anti-social behaviour and injunctions, homelessness and judicial review.&nbsp; The successful candidate to have a thorough up to date knowledge of housing and local government law.&nbsp; You will be experienced in representation in court proceedings and instructing counsel and have a good working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules. You will also have substantial experience in drafting legal documents and&nbsp;legal correspondence and giving specialist legal advice.&nbsp; For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below: Job Description and Person Specification Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Gregory Carson&nbsp;(<a href="mailto:GCarson@lambeth.gov.uk" target="_blank">GCarson@lambeth.gov.uk</a>)&nbsp;&nbsp;or Gurpreet Singh (<a href="mailto:gsingh@lambeth.gov.uk" target="_blank">gsingh@lambeth.gov.uk</a>) How to Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage and provide example of&nbsp;Experience in effectively managing a team, significant experience in the area of work with a thorough knowledge of housing and local authority law. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. Recruitment Timelines: Advert Close Date: @11:59 pm on Sunday 12th October 2025 Benefits: We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including: <ul> <li>Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.</li> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.</li> <li>Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.</li> <li>Hybrid Working.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li> <li>Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.</li> <li>Discounts at local restaurants.</li> <li>Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.</li> <li>Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.</li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme.</li> <li>Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.</li> <li>Trade Union Membership.</li> </ul> At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please&nbsp;click&nbsp;here. We actively support applications from Lambeth Care Leavers.

Lambeth Council

Housing & Litigation Lawyer

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Principal Lawyer -Property, Planning &amp; Regeneration
PO9: £78,000 - 83,000 depending on experience (including of £5000 pa market supplement).*&nbsp;
Additional £5,000 welcome bonus which is payable 50% after 6 months and 50% after 12 months in the role.
Hybrid working
About Us:
It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council,&nbsp;we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our&nbsp;Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth.&nbsp;To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were developed for staff by staff;&nbsp;Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated&nbsp;One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.&nbsp;
About the Borough:
Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.
With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.
About the Team:
A team of lawyers providing innovative and pragmatic legal advice to a range of internal clients predominantly in respect of planning and property matters generally and other areas of legal practice where necessary.
About the Role:
An&nbsp;exciting opportunity has arisen in the Council’s&nbsp;legal department for a Principal Lawyer -Property, Planning and Regeneration&nbsp;to join our team.
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals with initiative, a proactive approach to problem solving and a real commitment to the job. In return for this we can offer you an excellent benefits package alongside a flexible, modern working environment equipped with the technology needed to enable you to balance the pressures of a busy role.
We are looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (or equivalent relevant qualification), ideally from within the public sector but private sector applicants are welcome. &nbsp;
This is a varied role, and the successful candidate will be expected to manage a team of staff and a busy and challenging caseload.&nbsp;They will be highly organised, proactive, flexible, able to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines.&nbsp; They will maintain quality assurance and performance standards in the service provided by their team to the Council.
You will be expected to lead, direct, develop and improve the service to operational teams, predominately in the area of planning &amp; highways and property, to ensure the provision of an excellent standard of service and value for money.
This is an exciting role where you will work with the new Assistant Director of Legal Services in relation to a number of corporate activities and transformation plans.&nbsp;
Please get in touch if you have any questions and the Assistant Director would be pleased to speak.
* subject to review
To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence how you meet the criteria marked on the person specification
Job Description &amp; Person Specification
How to Apply:
If you're interested in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage.&nbsp;
We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.
Recruitment Timelines:
Closing date: @11:59 pm on Sunday 19th October 2025.
Benefits:
We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including:
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hybrid Working.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Employee Assistance Programme.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discounts at local restaurants.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Cycle to Work Scheme.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Trade Union Membership.
At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please&nbsp;click&nbsp;here.
We actively support applications from Lambeth Care Leavers.

Principal Lawyer - Property, Planning & Regeneration

Job Description ob Title:&nbsp;Employment Lawyer Salary:&nbsp;£53,460&nbsp;– £61,638&nbsp;per annum Grade:&nbsp;G&nbsp; Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Working Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week About the department&nbsp; Thurrock Council is seeking an Employment Lawyer to join its Legal Services team to provide expert legal advice and representation on employment matters for the Council. This includes managing a varied caseload, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations, and supporting governance processes to protect the Council’s interests. This is an exciting opportunity with growth in abundance at Thurrock it is the perfect time to develop and progress in this vibrant and dynamic team. About the Role&nbsp; We are looking for someone with a passion for employment law, a proactive mindset, and a desire to grow professionally in a supportive and experienced environment. We welcome applications from candidates with experience in Employment Law matters who can demonstrate confidence in their specialism and shows excellent legal aptitude. We are looking for a candidate with the requisite skills to build strong relationships and trust with all key stakeholders to provide support to the Council with minimum supervision. As an Employment Lawyer at Thurrock Council, you will&nbsp;be responsible for:&nbsp; <ol> <li>Legal Advice and Case Management. Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of issues varying in complexity but not limited to:</li> </ol> <ul> <li>Providing legal advice to internal clients and stakeholders in relation to all aspects of employment law.</li> <li>Taking instructions and responding to employment claims.</li> <li>Drafting legal responses.</li> <li>Conducting case management/ preliminary hearings.</li> <li>Instructing and liaising with counsel in relation to any tribunal proceedings where external legal counsel may be required.</li> <li>Drafting settlement agreements.</li> <li>Advising panel members in relation to disciplinary hearings as well as drafting outcome decisions&nbsp;</li> <li>Case management and advice of any legal challenges around the SEND process and TUPE process.</li> <li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, case law, and best practice.</li> </ul> 2. Advocacy and Representation. You will be expected to: <ul> <li>Provide advice to councillors, stakeholders and senior officers and to liaise with external bodies and legal advisers</li> <li>To attend decision making meetings including Committee Meetings remotely or in person if required.</li> <li>Undertake advocacy at the Employment Tribunal if necessary.</li> </ul> 3. Contribute to the innovative improvement of the Legal Services Team including streamlining and case management workflow systems. 4. Support junior members of the team including the Legal Apprentice in legal practice and procedure contributing towards their professional development. 5. Contribute to governance processes, ensuring legal compliance and sound decision-making. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, case law, and best practice. To carry out research and provide legal advice to Client Departments on all related legal transactions. 6. Engage with senior officers and Members to offer high-quality legal services, with a focus on social justice. Collaborate closely with directorates to ensure efficient delivery of Council priorities. Become a trusted advisor, advocate and problem solver as you contribute to Thurrock’s vision of client focused and innovative service delivery. 7. Personally manage a caseload and be able to work unsupervised. To prepare,&nbsp;negotiate, draft, agree and process legal documents. To record all key actions and ensure data is regularly updated. To collate and send or check supporting legal and financial documents. To seek to always protect the Councils’ interests, while taking precautions against potential fraud and money laundering. To review and update as appropriate all templates and procedures. 8. To notify and advise on any instructions or events that would result in a breach by the Council or an individual of any legislation, common law, standing order or rule or propriety or would constitute a course of action amounting to maladministration. 9. To attend and participate in meetings with Officers of the Council and to provide legal advice when required. 10. To be willing and able to work in a flexible and agile way with regards to both hours and location of work, including remote and home working, as required, subject to service needs and requirements. Two days minimum attendance in the office What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;looking for someone who has:&nbsp; Essential: <ul> <li>Excellent demonstrable knowledge of the ability to lead on complex and high-profile local government employment cases when which may include conducting preliminary hearings, conducting Tribunal proceedings and instructing Counsel for trials, drafting settlement agreements, advising panel members in relation to disciplinary hearings as well as drafting outcome decisions and advising on TUPE and other employment related matters as becomes necessary.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to explain complex legal issues clearly and confidently.</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively and build partnerships with experienced clients and colleagues. High emotional intelligence (EQ), with the ability to build positive working relationships and navigate sensitive issues professionally.</li> <li>You will be an effective leader acting as an ambassador for legal services across the council, sharing good practice and encouraging innovation amongst colleagues, to include training/mentoring junior members of the team. &nbsp;Attend and advise in Committee Meetings.</li> <li>Excellent organisational skills able to manage a complex and varied workload with a flexible and innovative approach to work, ensuring that deadlines and court/tribunal directed deadlines are adhered to.</li> <li>Proactive and self-motivated, with a growth mindset and a willingness to learn. Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision, to undertake research and be able to make accurate, considered judgements and decisions.</li> <li>Ability to relate the Council’s key policy objectives to the provision of the legal service Ability to assist on the implementation of best value, quality initiatives and improvements to client care.</li> <li>Excellent demonstrable knowledge of the ability to lead on complex and high-profile local government employment cases when which may include conducting preliminary hearings, conducting Tribunal proceedings and instructing Counsel for trials, drafting settlement agreements, advising panel members in relation to disciplinary hearings as well as drafting outcome decisions and advising on TUPE and other employment related matters as becomes necessary.</li> <li>Experience of working towards achieving/monitoring quality initiatives.</li> <li>Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives.</li> <li>Advocacy skills.</li> <li>Good general level of understanding of IT systems, especially case management/time recording packages.</li> <li>Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.</li> <li>Understanding of Local Government structures and legal frameworks.</li> <li>Understanding of Law Society practice management standards.</li> <li>To behave in accordance with our values.</li> <li>Commitment to the principles of agile working including the ability to work flexibly with regards to both hours of work and location of work including remote and home working as required with 2 days in the office.</li> <li>Understanding of and commitment to principles of equality and diversity and compliance with Thurrock Council policies</li> </ul> Desirable: <ul> <li>To be responsible for the delivery of the annual work plans, regularly monitor, identify potential non-delivery and provide practical solutions for performance issues.</li> <li>Experience in a performance management culture and innovation in workflow systems.</li> </ul> Essential qualifications:&nbsp;Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives&nbsp; DBS Check:&nbsp;Standard Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;22nd September 2025 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;5th October 2025 Interview Date: 9th October 2025&nbsp; Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Godwin Mangse - Principal Lawyer, Litigation Team <a>(godwin.mangse@thurrock.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;) To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXD1dK-ku3tBqPtl-uJ4lssBGaaVgf21NQJqNdl7BuQTjQ?e=a0Ll9F" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Employment Lawyer

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Litigation Lawyer&nbsp; Salary:&nbsp;£53,460&nbsp;– £61,638&nbsp;per annum Grade:&nbsp;G&nbsp; Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp; Working Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week About the department&nbsp; This is an exciting opportunity with growth in abundance at Thurrock it is the perfect time to develop and progress in this vibrant and dynamic team. We are looking for someone with a passion for prosecution law, a proactive mindset, and a desire to grow professionally in a supportive and experienced environment. We welcome applications from candidates at all stages of their legal career provided they demonstrate strong legal aptitude, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to public service. About the Role&nbsp; As a&nbsp;Litigation Lawyer, you will&nbsp;be responsible for:&nbsp; <ol> <li>Legal Advice and Case Management. Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of issues varying in complexity but not limited to:</li> </ol> <ul> <li>Provide legal advice on prosecutions under:</li> <li>Education Act 1996</li> <li>Environmental Protection Act 1990; littering, fly tipping, and statutory nuisance</li> <li>Consumer Rights Act 2015 (Trading Standards)</li> <li>Licencing Act 2003</li> <li>Planning Law</li> <li>Food safety and underage sales offences</li> <li>Fraud Act, Social Housing Fraud</li> <li>Disabled blue badge prosecutions</li> <li>Other local authority prosecutions</li> <li>Advice on litigation, including</li> <li>Debt Recovery (e.g. Adult Social Care fees under the Care Act 2014)</li> <li>Judicial Review proceedings</li> <li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, case law, and best practice.</li> </ul> 2. Advocacy and Representation. You will be expected to: <ul> <li>Provide legal advice on prosecutions under:</li> <li>Education Act 1996;&nbsp;</li> <li>Environmental Protection Act 1990; littering, fly tipping and statutory nuisance</li> <li>Consumer Rights Act 2015 (Trading Standards)</li> <li>Licensing Act 2003</li> <li>Planning law</li> <li>Food safety and underage sales offences</li> <li>Fraud Act, Social Housing Fraud</li> <li>Disabled blue badge prosecutions</li> <li>Other local authority prosecutions</li> <li>Advise on civil litigation, including:</li> <li>Debt recovery (e.g., Adult Social Care fees under the Care Act 2014)</li> <li>Judicial Review proceedings</li> <li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, case law, and best practice.</li> <li>Provide advice to councillors, stakeholders and senior officers and to liaise with external bodies and legal advisers</li> <li>To attend decision making meetings including Committee Meetings remotely or in person if required.</li> <li>Undertake advocacy on contentious planning and highway matters, draft documents and review Cabinet and Planning Committee Reports.</li> <li>Contribute to the improvement of the Legal Services Team</li> <li>Support junior members of the team, including the Legal Apprentice, in Legal practice and procedure contributing towards their professional development.</li> </ul> 3. Contribute to governance processes, ensuring legal compliance and sound decision-making. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, case law, and best practice. To carry out research and provide legal advice to Client Departments on all related legal transactions. 4. Engage with senior officers and Members to offer high-quality legal services, with a focus on social justice. Collaborate closely with directorates to ensure efficient delivery of Council priorities. Become a trusted advisor, advocate and problem solver as you contribute to Thurrock’s vision of client focused and innovative service delivery. 5. Personally manage a caseload and be able to work unsupervised. To prepare,&nbsp;negotiate, draft, agree and process legal documents. To record all key actions and ensure data is regularly updated. To collate and send or check supporting legal and financial documents. To seek to always protect the Council's interests, while taking precautions against potential fraud and money laundering. To review and update as appropriate all templates and procedures. 6. To notify and advise on any instructions or events that would result in a breach by the Council or an individual of any legislation, common law, standing order or rule or propriety or would constitute a course of action amounting to maladministration. 7. To attend and participate in meetings with Officers of the Council and to provide legal advice when required. 8. To be willing and able to work in a flexible and agile way with regards to both hours and location of work, including remote and home working, as required, subject to service needs and requirements. Two days minimum attendance in the office What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;looking for someone who has:&nbsp; Essential: <ul> <li>Excellent demonstrable knowledge of the ability to lead on complex and high-profile local government prosecutions cases when which may include Health and Safety at work, Trading Standards, Environmental Protection Act, Fraud Act and more.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to explain complex legal issues clearly and confidently. &nbsp;Ability to work collaboratively and build partnerships with experienced clients and colleagues. High emotional intelligence (EQ), with the ability to build positive working relationships and navigate sensitive issues professionally.</li> <li>Excellent organisational skills able to manage a complex and varied workload with a flexible and innovative approach to work, ensuring that deadlines and court directed deadlines are adhered to.</li> <li>You will be an effective leader acting as an ambassador for legal services across the council, sharing good practice and encouraging innovation amongst colleagues, to include training/mentoring junior members of the team. &nbsp;Attend and advise in Committee Meetings.</li> <li>Proactive and self-motivated, with a growth mindset and a willingness to learn. Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision, to undertake research and be able to make accurate, considered judgements and decisions.</li> <li>Ability to assist on the implementation of best value, quality initiatives and improvements to client care.</li> <li>Ability to relate the Council’s key policy objectives to the provision of the legal service.</li> <li>Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives</li> <li>Advocacy skills.</li> <li>Good general level of understanding of IT systems, especially case management/time recording packages.</li> <li>Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.</li> <li>Understanding of Local Government structures and legal frameworks.</li> <li>Understanding of Law Society practice management standards</li> <li>Experience as a paralegal within a legal services team in a Local Authority or law firm</li> <li>Experience of working towards achieving/monitoring quality initiatives</li> <li>Experience in a performance management culture</li> <li>To behave in accordance with our values</li> <li>Commitment to the principles of agile working including the ability to work flexibly with regards to both hours of work and location of work including remote and home working as required with 2 days in the office</li> <li>Understanding of and commitment to principles of equality and diversity and compliance with Thurrock Council policies</li> </ul> Essential qualifications:&nbsp;Qualified Solicitor/Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives&nbsp; DBS Check:&nbsp;Standard Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;22nd September 2025 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;5th October 2025&nbsp; Interview Date: 16th October 2025&nbsp; Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Godwin Mangse - Principal Lawyer, Litigation Team <a>(godwin.mangse@thurrock.gov.uk</a>) To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EVRBYoGYYvpKg2vCe5n0SpwB5mKfA8sJffaWPGmjwRqOpw?e=GAb74s" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Litigation Lawyer

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Are you ready to lead a powerhouse team of planning and property lawyers shaping the future of one of London’s most exciting boroughs? At Southwark Council, we’re looking for a visionary Head of Property &amp; Planning to join our Legal Services leadership team. If you have a wealth of experience and a passion for driving excellence within a talented team of legal professionals, this is your moment to make a significant inroad into senior management with a difference and continue to work on interesting and complex work. Why this role is unmissable: <ul><li>High-profile impact: Advise on some of London’s most ambitious regeneration projects, including Old Kent Road and Canada Water.</li><li>Strategic leadership: Play a pivotal role in shaping governance, law, and community transformation.</li><li>Career-defining opportunity: Step into senior management, leading a talented team at the forefront of local government law.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4><ul><li>Lead and inspire a specialist team of senior and property/planning lawyers.</li><li>Provide expert legal advice to Cabinet, Committees, Steering Groups and client departments.</li><li>Ensure good governance by upholding constitutional standards and staying ahead of legislative changes.</li><li>Drive strategic excellence by aligning legal insights with Southwark 2030 and the council’s Corporate Delivery Plan.</li><li>Champion equality, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of service delivery.</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4><ul><li>Qualified solicitor, barrister, or FILEX with a current practising certificate.</li><li>Expertise in planning law, including advising planning committees, regeneration, S106, and development agreements.</li><li>Proven track record of managing and inspiring legal teams within local government.</li><li>Strong leadership and budget management skills with a commercial mindset.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure, balance priorities, and maintain meticulous attention to detail.</li><li>A collaborative, forward-thinking approach with a passion for public service.</li><li>Flexible hybrid working (home-based with travel to our London Bridge HQ).</li><li>Exposure to landmark developments shaping London’s future.</li><li>A leadership role where law, governance, and community transformation converge.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About Southwark CouncilSouthwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Working for Southwark Council – Southwark </a>Salary Range: £67,380 - £84,075 This post attracts an additional JNC benefit to the value of £2724 Per Annum. Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on the 5th of October 2025Interview + Presentation Date: The 17th of October 2025We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2608041&amp;ptId=107580" target="_blank">job Description &amp; Person Specfication</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Head of Planning and Property (Legal Services)

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Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council are seeking an experienced Contracts and Procurement Lawyer to join our legal services team.
You will be a qualified solicitor or barrister (or equivalent) with recent experience of working in the areas of contracts and procurement in a local government context.
Applicants will require excellent communications skills and be confident in providing practical legal advice and assistance on a wide range of contract and procurement matters, ensuring compliance with public procurement regulations.
You should be proficient in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating public contracts and have excellent understanding of the public procurement framework and local government law and a proven ability to manage a varied workload with minimal supervision
Reporting to the Head of Legal and Democratic Services, the successful candidate will have a broad portfolio of work including high value contract tenders and providing advice to all of the authority’s services.
Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer by clicking here: <a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Working for us – Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council</a>
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Joy Ukadike, Head of Legal &amp; Democratic Services on 01732 876 228. (Direct candidates only, strictly no agencies)

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