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Salary Range: £55,581 - £63,438&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Job Level:&nbsp;Level 5, Zone 1&nbsp; Work Location: 5 Pancras Square, N1C 4AG&nbsp; Hours per week:&nbsp;36 Contract type:&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp; Closing date: Sunday 28th September 2025; 23:55 About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.&nbsp; What You’ll Be Doing&nbsp; Join Camden's dynamic Legal Services team, where you’ll play a critical role in breaking down barriers while embracing a risk-aware approach. You'll engage with senior officers and Members to offer high-quality legal services, with a focus on social justice. Collaborate closely with various service directorates to ensure efficient delivery of Council priorities, all while managing a personal caseload that includes high-profile and complex cases. Become a trusted advisor, advocate, and problem solver as you contribute to Camden's vision of innovative, responsive legal solutions.&nbsp; All About You&nbsp; To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'.&nbsp; We are looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives with experience in planning law and local government law. You should have hands-on experience in preparing cases and drafting legal documents, demonstrating confidence in leading challenging cases and providing high-level advice. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for engaging with clients and stakeholders.&nbsp; You must be skilled in drafting Section 106 Agreements and negotiating Agreements, Unilateral Undertakings, and Licenses. Additionally, you should excel in managing planning inquiries, appeals, judicial reviews, and injunctions, providing comprehensive advice both in writing and verbally. Proficiency in drafting highway documents (s177 licenses and s278/s38 Agreements) and advising on highway matters is also required.&nbsp; Familiarity with the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, and compliance requirements for relevant regulators is necessary, along with a general knowledge of local government law as it pertains to planning.&nbsp; To view the Job Profile, please&nbsp;click HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your browser:&nbsp;<a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11150405/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11150405/file/documen…</a> What We Offer&nbsp; At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know that a work life balance is extremely important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.&nbsp; Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details.&nbsp; Inclusion and Diversity&nbsp; We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp; To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit <a href="https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity&amp;nbsp</a>; Anonymised Application – in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias.&nbsp; Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG&nbsp;

Camden Council

Lawyer - Planning

Job Title: Lawyer Starting Salary: £52,138 plus £5,398 Market Enhancement with the opportunity to progress to £57,652, plus £5,424 Market Enhancement* per annum Hours: 37 Location: Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Resources*please note this is a non-contractual payment subject to a 3 yearly review<h4>About the team</h4>Working in a large and successful legal team that provides comprehensive legal service in all areas, our lawyers 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.With more than 100 colleagues in the team, it is one of the largest legal teams in local government and offers a complete legal service to clients across the County Council, District Councils and other public sector bodies.Herts Legal is a great opportunity for ambitious, passionate and organised Lawyers who want to join a supportive and flourishing public sector legal team.<h4>Requirements</h4><ul><li>You will be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive</li><li>Demonstrable ability to manage a varied and demanding caseload</li><li>Strong written and oral communication skills, used to build and maintain working relationships, and to produce and present reports</li><li>Experience in working effectively as part of a team</li><li>It is possible that the role could involve travel to other parts of Hertfordshire so access to your own transport would be beneficial</li><li>We welcome applicants who possesses excellent drafting skills and the ability to negotiate documents for a wide range of matters.</li><li>Previous experience of working within a Local Authority environment would be useful but is not essential.</li><li>Specific requirements for relevant teams can be found below</li></ul><h4>Our Legal Teams</h4>EnvironmentGiving legal advice and support to client departments and District Councils on various planning, highways and environmental issues, the Environment Law Team is looking for someone with extensive knowledge of the broad range of environmental work, including s106 agreements, highway agreements, minerals planning, waste planning, advising planning committee, rights of way, advising on the effects of changing legislation and case law.Adult, Children &amp; Health This role gives you the chance to work in a diverse range of legal areas related to the protection of Vulnerable Individuals in Hertfordshire . Therefore, you will need to be able to offer accurate, comprehensive and prompt legal advice while handling a varied and busy caseload.The particular focus of this &nbsp;role is &nbsp;to provide Adult Social Care Law advice, including advice to the Hertfordshire Deprivation of Liberty Supervisory Body, Approved Mental Health Professionals and to act as an advocate before Tribunals and the Court.Education&nbsp;This role will primarily focus on the provision of Education advice and to ensure that the decisions made by the client department and schools that subscribe to an Education Helpline are within legal boundaries and achieve their aims and objectives and accord with applicable legislation and County Council policy. You will need a comprehensive understanding of the legal framework and case law relating to Education while handling a varied and busy caseload.PropertyWe are looking for applicants who have excellent drafting skills and the ability to negotiate documents for different property transactions. You should have extensive knowledge of the wide range of property work, including Landlord and Tenant matters, conveyancing, and researching and advising on the effects of changing legislation and case law, and also be interested in learning more about other areas, such as agricultural law.Childcare Litigation Providing high quality litigation and advice service to our Children’s Services department, we are looking for candidates with a working knowledge of the Children Act 1989, Adoption and Children Act 2002, Public Law Outline 2014 and the Children and Families Act 2014, to investigate and advise on the implications of changing legislation and case law, attend and advise at legal planning meetings, to conduct advocacy before the Family Court and manage a caseload of child care matters.Dispute ResolutionThis role offers the opportunity to be involved in a wide variety of legal areas including Civil Litigation, Housing, commercial property, Highways and planning disputes as well as debt recovery in order to support the full breadth of the services of the County Council, Partners and External Clients (which include Stevenage Borough Council) You will need to be able to provide accurate, comprehensive and timely legal advice while conducting litigation across a number of different courts and tribunals, managing a varied and demanding caseload.Your Work directly supports in the County Council’s efforts to improve Residents Lives, and champion Equality, Fairness and Sustainability.&nbsp; Are you up for the challenge?&nbsp; Would you like to make a difference?This job role is within the Corporate Services, level 13&nbsp;job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Corporate servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Stephen.Dorrian@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Stephen.Dorrian@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> / 07813 400504 for an informal discussion about the roleInterview Date: arranged on an ad hoc basisBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>We 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.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.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.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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Lawyer

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Southwark is a large, ambitious and progressive council with a ‘can do’ attitude and enviable reputation. As a Council, we are successful, passionate and forward-thinking. We are committed to our ‘Fairer Futures for All’ promise which ensures that our residents and businesses are central to everything we do. If you want to make a difference at a local level, apply to Southwark Council today.We are an organisation that 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.<h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>As a Leisure Team Leader, you’ll be responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and customer service, and leading a fantastic team of Recreation Assistants. Your leadership will drive the success of the centre, ensuring smooth operations while delivering a great experience for our visitors.Your Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Maintain the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and security across all areas of the leisure centre, in line with all policies, procedures, and regulations.</li><li>Provide effective, visible leadership to your team, ensuring high performance and adherence to procedures.</li><li>Ensure your team deliver top-notch customer service, addressing customer queries and complaints professionally and promptly.</li><li>Support the Duty Manager in maintaining operational standards, records, and financial procedures. Take on specific areas of responsibility as needed.</li><li>Ensure the leisure centre opens on time and closes securely at the end of each day, following all necessary protocols.</li><li>Maintain effective communication with the Line Manager and team ensuring smooth shift transitions and operational efficiency.</li><li>Support the ongoing training and development of your team, conducting performance reviews and offering feedback to ensure continuous improvement.</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4>About YouWe’re looking for a proactive and enthusiastic leader with a passion for customer service and team development. You’ll bring:<ul><li>Experience in a leisure or customer service-focused environment</li><li>Strong leadership and team management skills</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities</li><li>The ability to stay calm under pressure and handle emergencies effectively</li><li>A commitment to maintaining high operational standards</li><li>A flexible, proactive attitude with a keen focus on continuous improvement</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>Closing Date: Sunday 31 August 2025Interview Date: W/C 8 September 2025<ul><li>Job Type: Permanent, Full Time 36 hours a week .</li><li>Some weekend and evening work will be required to meet service needs.</li><li>Southwark Council is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.</li><li>Southwark Leisure Services operates across several sites, seven days a week from early morning to late night. There is a requirement for the post holder on occasions, to work outside normal office hours and at different venues to meet the needs of the service.</li></ul>Benefits and more information<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>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:- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans - Are currently in care, or have previously been in care - If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2589184&amp;ptId=106966" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job description and Person specification</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Leisure Team Leader

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Salary: £37,716 - £42,392 Grade: Level 3 , Zone 1 Location: Holmes Road Depot, NW5 3AP Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 36 Hour (Full Time)&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Closing Date: Sunday 31^st August at 23:59 About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. &nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all. This role is instrumental in ensuring that repair works are completed to a high standard, reducing tenant dissatisfaction and minimising the council’s exposure to legal and financial risks. How You’ll Be Involved This role plays a vital part in ensuring that housing disrepair claims are managed effectively, supporting residents in maintaining safe and healthy homes while safeguarding Camden’s legal and financial responsibilities. You will manage housing disrepair cases, providing expert legal support, ensuring compliance with regulations and collaborating with internal and external teams to deliver timely resolutions for tenants. To view the Job Profile, please click HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your browser:&nbsp; <a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11147781/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11147781/file/documen…</a> All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'. We’re looking for someone who can bring legal expertise and excellent organisational skills to a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You’ll be confident communicating with a wide range of stakeholders and have a strong understanding of housing law and disrepair claims. While formal qualifications are valued, we’re equally interested in your practical experience and ability to make a positive impact. <ul> <li> Experience working in housing disrepair or similar legal environment.&nbsp; </li> <li> Good working knowledge and understanding of the pre-action protocol for housing disrepair and the Civil Procedures Rules.&nbsp; </li> <li> Good working knowledge and understanding of Civil Litigation procedures, particularly relating to drafting and filing claims, preparing witness statements, complying with Directions, and service of orders.&nbsp; </li> <li> Experience of advising clients and meeting client deadlines.&nbsp; </li> <li> Good experience of working as part of a team, including in a multi-discipline team.&nbsp; </li> <li> Proficient in using Microsoft Office and computerised time recording systems (preferably Prescient+ / iCasework).&nbsp; </li> <li> Experience of conducting legal proceedings, including preparation of court papers and witness statements, advising on evidence, and handling disclosure to achieve good outcomes.&nbsp; </li> <li> Ability to deliver advocacy, both written and oral, in the Civil Courts.&nbsp; </li> <li> Good knowledge of the council’s policies on valuing diversity and equality.&nbsp; </li> <li> Experience of handling sensitive information under data protection and confidentiality requirements.&nbsp; </li> <li> A law degree, CILEX qualification, or equivalent. </li> </ul> What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits including: <ul> <li> 27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 31 days after 5 years </li> <li> Local Government Pension Scheme </li> <li> Flexible working opportunities; </li> <li> Interest free loans </li> <li> Access to our incredible staff networks </li> <li> Career development and training </li> <li> Wellbeing support and activities </li> </ul> Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Anonymised Application&nbsp;–&nbsp;in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG

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The Legal Service TeamPortsmouth Legal Services is a friendly hardworking and dedicated team of approximately 40 lawyers and assistant staff who provide commercial and litigation support to the Council departments.We are committed to ensuring an excellent service in all aspects of our work.The Childcare Team offers a friendly and supportive environment.Team management is supportive and dedicated to providing good outcomes for children in challenging and demanding circumstances.We work closely with Children's Social Care and it is a small but hardworking team who manage the specific difficulties of this role with resilience and support.The RoleThe role is within the Legal Service based in the Civic Offices however flexible working will be considered and remote working is currently in place.You can expect considerable autonomy as you take on your own caseload and work as part of an in-house team.You will advise on all aspects of childcare, you will conduct negotiations, execute agreements and documents and co-ordinate court proceedings.You may also be asked to enhance your skills base to include other litigation as determined by the Head of Litigation.An ability to work in a busy stable and multi-skilled team with a clear structure of support and experience is to be welcomed and is available to the candidate.The ideal candidateYou will need to have/be<ul>
<li>A qualified solicitor, barrister or legal executive and have a detailed knowledge and experience of Childcare law. (This said applications from suitably qualified persons with less experience will be considered). </li>
<li>The ability and interest in advocacy, being able to deal with case management hearings, directions and issue resolution hearings. Candidates who wish to undertake contested hearing are encouraged to apply. </li>
<li>Able provide urgent advice to Children Social Care and assist in determining plans for children within the city.This includes working with Senior Management in Children Social Care to decide on cases going in to PLO and proceedings.</li>
<li>Be able to work as part of a team to ensure a smooth delivery of the service and be flexible in being able to adapt to the changing needs of the team.Be organised and have attention to detail as you will be dealing with a varied workload and be expected to ensure work is completed within agreed timescales and ensuring excellent outcomes.Have excellent communication and influencing skills as you will be dealing with people at all levels of the organisation and need to ensure your advice is understood and implemented to eradicate any unnecessary exposure</li>
<li>Able to carry out supervisory duties (according to your own seniority and as delegated by the Deputy City Solicitor)</li>
<li>The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.</li>
</ul>Attendance requirements to the designated workplaceMinimum attendance is 2 days per week and expectation that you will attend to suit the needs of the clientContact Details for an Informal Discussion:If you have any questions, or would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ciara Morgan on 023 92 834600Interviews will be held on: 26th September 2025Please ensure that you read the full job profile attached for the details and expectations of this role, paying particular attention the section 'Who is the person' as you will need to refer to this when completing your Personal statement.Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application, we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience. We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria.You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

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Trainee Solicitor(As regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (‘SRA’))(P01702)2-year fixed term contractStarting salary £28,426pa with potential progression to £30,324pa on achieving designated skills and experience37 hours per week (hybrid working)Are you ready to take the next steps in your legal career?We are looking to recruit a motivated and ambitious Trainee Solicitor to strengthen our legal team. You will start in October 2025, and the training will be carried out in line with the requirements of the Solicitors Regulation Authority over a period of two years.You must have a law degree (or non-law degree with conversion) with a minimum grade of 2:1 or equivalent. You must have successfully completed the Legal Practice Course.You must be IT literate, enthusiastic and confident with excellent interpersonal and communications skills, able to act on your own initiative and demonstrate a problem-solving approach throughout the apprenticeship.The ideal candidate will have the confidence to deal with various individuals and groups. You will be supported to undertake the Professional Skills Course whilst gaining invaluable on-the-job experience. You will need to be a team player, reliable, adaptable, conscientious, and able to work to instructions.During your training contract with us you will work across both our Property/Conveyancing team, dealing with a wide range of property and conveyancing matters - and the Litigation Team where you will support the Litigators in dealing with civil and criminal litigation matters. You will develop your legal knowledge, building your academic knowledge of the Law as well as developing your internal and external network and learning about the law relating to local government. This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly, supportive and forward-thinking Legal Service. Training to be provided<ul>
<li>Job-specific training through working alongside experienced staff four days a week;</li>
<li>Attendance as necessary at Professional Skills Courses</li>
</ul>The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential in this post.You will join a forward-thinking Council that puts their customers first. We know that in order to provide the best for our residents and visitors, we need to do the same for our people.We have set out to make our workplaces vibrant and happy places to be, places where our peoplefeel safe, content and valued.Our CORE values—Collaborative, Open, Responsible, Excellent—guide everything we do.We can offer you a unique and attractive working environment in the heart of Welwyn Garden City, flexible working arrangements, access to electric pool cars, as well as Local Government benefits including pension scheme and generous annual leave allowance.If you think you have the skills and enjoy a challenge, we’d like to hear from you.Please note that we do not provide visa sponsorship for employment in the UK.Closing date for applications is 31 August 2025 Remote assessments will be held on 8/9 September 2025 Interviews will be held on 16-19 September 2025 Keywords: welwyn hatfield, legal services, law, law degree, trainee, solicitor, property/conveyancing, litigation, hertfordshire, fixed term contract, training.

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

Trainee Solicitor (P01702)

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Help Shape Compliance Across a Historic and High-Profile Organisation
We are seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable&nbsp;Compliance Officer – Data Protection &amp; Freedom of Information&nbsp;to join the City of London Corporation's Information Compliance Team. In this vital role, you will lead on compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA), the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA), the Environmental Information Regulations (EIRs), and related legislation.
You will act as a subject matter expert, provide high-level advice to departments and Members, manage compliance programmes, and oversee complex casework. This role is key to minimising legal risk and maintaining the highest standards of transparency and information governance.
Key Responsibilities
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<li>Provide expert guidance on DPA, FOIA, EIRs, and related compliance legislation</li>
<li>Lead and manage corporate data protection audits and training programmes</li>
<li>Oversee statutory requests and ensure responses meet regulatory deadlines</li>
<li>Draft and review policies, procedures, and training content</li>
<li>Represent the City of London in regulatory matters, including engagement with the Information Commissioner’s Office</li>
<li>Maintain and update the FOI Publication Scheme and other compliance documentation</li>
<li>Deputise for the Compliance Manager when required</li>
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About You
We’re looking for someone who has:
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<li>A strong knowledge of UK data protection and freedom of information law</li>
<li>A relevant qualification, such as ISEB/BCS Certification in Data Protection or Information Governance</li>
<li>Experience advising on complex FOI and data protection matters in a public-facing environment</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legislation to a wide range of stakeholders</li>
<li>Experience leading audits, developing compliance policies, and delivering training</li>
<li>Confidence working independently and collaboratively across a large organisation</li>
<li>Experience within a local authority or similar public sector setting would be beneficial.</li>
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What We Offer
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<li>Competitive salary and generous pension (Local Government Pension Scheme)</li>
<li>28 days annual leave plus public holidays</li>
<li>Flexible hybrid working arrangements</li>
<li>Access to staff benefits and discounts</li>
<li>Employee volunteering programme</li>
<li>A strong commitment to inclusion, learning, and development</li>
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Ready to lead on key compliance matters across the Square Mile?
Apply now to help ensure the City of London Corporation continues to uphold the highest standards in data protection and transparency.
Provisional Interview date: 9th or 10 September 2025
Closing date: Noon on Tuesday 26th August 2025
To apply online please click the&nbsp;Apply&nbsp;online button.
Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number&nbsp;OCOM765&nbsp;if you experience any difficulties.&nbsp; A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.&nbsp;
The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp;
We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications.&nbsp;
Because our roles are so varied, we don’t have a ‘one size fits all’ policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you’ll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It’s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs.&nbsp;
For more information on our categories for workplace attendance, please view our guide.
We will be reviewing this policy and approach at regular intervals to ensure we’re meeting our attendance needs.&nbsp;

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<h1>Summary</h1>What you'll doWorking across all Directorates and reporting into the Chief Governance &amp; Risk Officer, As the Director of legal you will lead the provision of legal services across the Notting Hill Genesis (NHG) Group to deliver an outstanding service through the provision of inhouse and external legal advice and representation. You will work alongside other Directors, as part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in ensuring that our people have the right training and competence in place to do the right thing for our customers, legal and regulatory obligations.How you'll do it<ul>
<li>Provide a focal point for the organisation's legal matters and oversee the provision of all legal services, managing and maximising value for money from the efficient and effective use of legal resources, inhouse and/or externally as well as ensuring the effective instructions of solicitors on all legal work in accordance with policies and procedures. </li>
<li>Be accountable for business assurance activities in relation to the legal functions ensuring appropriate identification, monitoring, and mitigation of legal risks and the provision of legal advice to protect and sustain the business.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with the EB, SLT and other key stakeholders to promote and deliver robust risk management across governance and legal arrangements in line with best practice. </li>
<li>Act as Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP), Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration (COFA) or Solicitor Regulation Authority (SRA) Training Principal as may be required, ensure that the Group is compliant with all legal practice and other regulatory requirements including Solicitors' Accounts Rules compliance duties.</li>
<li>Lead on the development and/or review of new policies and procedures and ensure existing ones are updated where legal input is required.</li>
<li>Undertake legal casework to serve the best interests of the organisation, providing excellent legal advice and assistance in areas as may be required. </li>
<li>Keep up to date with emerging regulation and legislation and advise on changes and best practice, working with stakeholders across the business to ensure documentation and processes meet legal and regulatory needs you identify.</li>
<li>Develop excellent relationships across the group to help support colleagues to deliver on the outcomes of the corporate strategy.</li>
<li>Represent NHG at external meetings and build relationships with key external stakeholders.</li>
<li>Collaborate with HR to design and implement effective recruitment, induction and training programmes. </li>
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<li>Design and deliver arrangements for the provision of a centralised legal services function within and across NHG which provides excellent legal advice and support while achieving value for money. </li>
<li>Work collaboratively with operational or other teams to ensure that they make the best use of the legal services to ensure residents are supported to live their lives well and that organisational risks are mitigated.</li>
<li>Maximise cost effectiveness of the legal budget by managing the NHG legal services framework and inhouse centralised legal services team, working with procurement colleagues as required, to ensure all cases are quickly evaluated and actioned with success.</li>
<li>Being appointed to act as COLP, COFA and SRA Training Principal, as may be required. </li>
<li>Working with relevant colleagues, ensure the design and delivery of legal training and other support as may be required.</li>
<li>Monitor the external legal environment, horizon scanning, assessing development in government policy at national and local level, as well as changes in guidance and best practice issued by regulators, professional associations, membership groups and other bodies driving service improvements. </li>
<li>Work with the EB and SLT to ensure that expert advice and guidance is delivered to develop and implement strategic policies, practices and action plans.</li>
<li>Ensure that NHG has appropriate policy framework in place to meet regulatory and legal requirements and to assist the organisation with its operational goals.</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. Essential:<ul>
<li>Qualified solicitor of England &amp; Wales with PQE of at least 8 years, Legal Practice Management Qualification or equivalent qualification.</li>
<li>Qualified and experienced as COLP, COFA and SRA Training Principal</li>
<li>Expert knowledge of the relevant legislation, statutory and regulatory requirements and the environments in which they operate, including applicable SRA requirements for inhouse legal practices.</li>
<li>Evidence of working in an environment of managing &amp; mitigating risk.</li>
<li>Leadership skills to engage, motivate and grow talent, building a culture of high performance.</li>
<li>Experience in training and competency. frameworks and evidencing these to ensure colleagues are best equipped &amp; compliant.</li>
<li>Effective IT skills including basic/intermediate MS Office skills.</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 25 August 2025.  Step 2: Successful candidates will be invited to complete a technical assessment.Step 3: Psychometric assessment Step 4: Invited to an interview 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 .  Should a redeployee apply for this role, their application will be considered before any others. This role is currently eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route (SOC Code 1139)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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Director of Legal

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Job Opportunity: Paralegal at Mid Sussex District Council
Location:&nbsp;Mid Sussex District Council, Haywards Heath, West Sussex
Position:&nbsp;Paralegal
Type: Full-time, Fixed Term, 6 Month Contract
Salary: £32,061 - £35,412 per annum&nbsp;
About the Role: We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Paralegal to join our growing legal team at Mid Sussex District Council on a fixed term, 6 month basis. This role is pivotal as we expand our legal services to better support our community and client departments. As a Paralegal, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality legal services, ensuring our operations comply with the law, and protecting the Council from legal challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
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<li>Support and assist in the provision of legal advice and conduct casework on a wide range of matters.</li>
<li>Provide a high-quality legal service to client departments, enabling them to implement decisions within the law and protect the District Council against prosecution and challenge.</li>
<li>Undertake research and provide briefings on legal issues.</li>
<li>Prepare documents and court bundles.</li>
<li>Assist the Data Protection Officer in collating documents for disclosure.</li>
</ul>
Skills and Qualifications:
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<li>Enrolled on a Qualifying Law Degree or other degree or have successfully completed two years of a Law Degree.</li>
<li>Basic understanding of the legal context of local government and how it is organised.</li>
<li>Experience of working in a legal practice or equivalent.</li>
</ul>
Why Work for Us?&nbsp;
Working for Mid Sussex District Council offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in your community. As part of our team, you will contribute to the development of the local area, ensuring that our services are delivered effectively and within legal frameworks.
Benefits:
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Generous Holiday Allowance: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample time off, 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li>
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Pension Contributions: Secure your future with our generous pension scheme.</li>
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Learning and Development:&nbsp;We are committed to your professional growth, offering a supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and development.</li>
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Agile Working Opportunities:&nbsp;Benefit from flexible working arrangements that help you balance your professional and personal life.</li>
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Join Us:&nbsp;If you are passionate about law and eager to contribute to your community, we would love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic and supportive team, where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded.
How to Apply:&nbsp;Please submit your CV and a cover letter.
Closing Date: 24th August 2025, 5pm

Mid Sussex District Council

Paralegal

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Our preferred method is online application however if you do require a hard copy application pack please contact Human Resources, Guildford Borough Council, Millmead, Guildford GU2 4BB. Telephone (01483) 444111 (24-hr). Alternatively e-mail <a href="mailto:sally.nielsen@guildford.gov.uk" target="_blank">sally.nielsen@guildford.gov.uk</a> quoting the relevant post number. Please note that we do not accept CVs, please ensure that you complete the application form fully.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment. To fulfil this commitment we have robust systems in place for the safe recruitment of staff and volunteers.
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Guildford is a thriving market town that has maintained much of its historic character and is a principal shopping destination with a vibrant night-time economy.&nbsp;The town’s location provides excellent transport links as well as providing the balance of being surrounded by beautiful countryside, including the Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Beauty. All of these factors contribute to a quality of life that makes it one of the best places to live in the UK.
We would like to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Officer to deliver regulatory services in relation to Licensing, including the administration and enforcement of the Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, Taxi and Private Hire, Street Trading, Sexual Entertainment, Charitable Collections, Pavement Licensing and Animal Activity Licensing.&nbsp;
The primary purpose of this post is to protect the public and support compliant businesses through the delivery of a full range of licensing functions as part of a multi-skilled, Compliance Team. &nbsp;The team regulates a diverse range of disciplines including: environmental control, public health, food safety, health &amp; safety, licensing, planning, private sector housing and environmental crime.
This is also an exciting time for Guildford as we continue with our collaboration with neighbouring Waverley Borough Council.&nbsp; The two Council’s have a shared senior management team and there is further collaboration planned across the organisations, with a shared service, including a shared licensing team, likely to take effect from early 2026.&nbsp; This may involve staff moving under the employment of Waverley Borough Council, however details are to be agreed.
On a typical day, you would:
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<li>Assist the Council in discharging is Licensing and Registration functions, including determining applications, inspections and presenting reports for hearings,</li>
<li>Respond to service requests involving the licensing area, such as investigating complaints, assisting customers and others with requests for advice and collecting evidence for legal proceedings,</li>
<li>Assist with the development of Policies and Procedures.</li>
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To succeed in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:
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<li>Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence in dealing with people;</li>
<li>Excellent ability to reason, process information, be curious, ask questions and analyse potential outcomes to make timely and effective decisions;</li>
<li>The ability to work independently and as part of a high performing team;</li>
<li>Excellent organisational skills;</li>
<li>Either a good knowledge and practical experience of applying Licensing law, or the equivalent transferrable skills and a willingness to learn</li>
<li>Tenacity and a problem-solving mindset;</li>
<li>The ability to adapt to change and use initiative; and</li>
<li>The ability to devise, learn and adapt to new systems and processes.</li>
<li>Be willing to work outside of normal office hours on occasion as directed.</li>
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Qualifications
Compliance Officer Level 1:&nbsp;Educated to NVQ level 3 / A Level standard or equivalent experience.

Guildford Borough Council

Compliance Officer - Licensing

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Southwark is a vibrant, diverse, and ambitious borough at the heart of London. As the capital’s largest social landlord, we manage 55,000 homes, home to 40% of our residents. We're proud to support over 18,300 businesses, from landmark venues to local enterprises, and serve a young and growing population.At Southwark, our work is underpinned by a strong commitment to equality, fairness, and community-led change. Our Southwark Stands Together initiative brings residents and staff together to address racism, injustice and inequality and our Borough Plan ensures we deliver for all communities with integrity and ambition. This is your chance to join a council that is bold, forward-thinking, and driven by social impact.<h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Licensing Team for a Principal Enforcement Officer to lead the delivery of our commercial licensing service covering applications, enforcement, and policy implementation.You’ll be responsible for a wide range of licensing areas, including: • Sale of alcohol and public entertainment • Gambling premises • Special treatment premises • Civil wedding venues • Animal welfare licensing • Fireworks and explosivesYou’ll manage a skilled team of officers, oversee complex enforcement cases, and work closely with internal departments, external agencies, and community stakeholders. This is a senior role where your regulatory knowledge, leadership and judgement will shape how we support local businesses and protect public safety including overseeing the Nighttime Economy Police and Council service.<h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We’re looking for an experienced and driven regulatory professional with significant expertise in licensing law, policy and enforcement. You’ll be confident managing contentious issues, interpreting complex legislation and working across services to deliver high standards of customer care.Key qualities and experience we’re seeking: • Substantial knowledge of licensing legislation and regulatory frameworks • Experience managing or supervising staff and supporting their development • Proven ability to handle legal documentation and enforcement casework • Skilled in partnership working, decision-making and problem-solving • A clear communicator with confidence to represent the council at hearings and meetingsThis role, ideal for someone ready to make a strong, immediate impact. If you thrive in a fast-paced regulatory environment and are passionate about public service, we’d love to hear from you.<h4>Additional Information</h4>Closing date: Monday 25 August 2025Interviews: W/c tbcGuaranteed Interview Scheme:As 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:• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans • Are currently in care, or have previously been in care • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe 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 <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2555455&amp;ptId=106684" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job description and Person specification</a></li></ul>





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Principal Licensing Officer

We are seeking a Senior Information Governance Officer to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.Are you passionate about data protection, privacy, and the right to information?We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Information Governance Officer to join our dynamic Legal &amp; Governance division.Have you got:<ul><li>Proven experience in information governance, preferably in a senior or advisory capacity.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of GDPR, FOI, and data protection frameworks.</li><li>Exceptional communication and analytical skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards in data handling.</li></ul>The Senior Information Governance (SIG) Officer will report to the Head of Information Governance as part of a team responsible for ensuring that the Council is compliant with Information Laws; this includes but is not limited to the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA), UK-GDPR, the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOI), the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 (EIR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). The primary role of the post holder is to support the overall development, management and delivery of the Council’s IG Strategy and work programmes; to oversee data processing practices, ensuring that they meet all statutory requirements, the provision of advice, guidance, and auditing ensuring compliance with the legislations and any requirements of the Information Commissioner, as the Supervisory Authority. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Tejinderpreet Lalli on <a href="mailto:tejinderpreet.lalli@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">tejinderpreet.lalli@medway.gov.uk</a> Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Senior Information Governance Officer

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The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required have also been included. &nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cityoflondon.gov.uk/working-here/" target="_blank">Workplace role categories</a>&nbsp; describe our approach to workplace attendance
Salary: £57,240 - £64,610 per annum inclusive of all allowances. In addition, this post also attracts a Market Forces Supplement of up to £10,560 per annum. The Market Forces Supplement is discretionary and may be withdrawn, reduced or increased during the future.&nbsp; Contractual Hours: 35 hours per week Basis: Full-Time, Permanent Workplace category: Hybrid Attachments: <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WintXIx71LIkvHElZf_XUmHtb2MCjIK1/view?usp=drive_link" target="_blank">Job Information Pack</a>
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About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Principal Employment Lawyer to join the Comptroller and City Solicitor’s Department at the City of London Corporation. This is a pivotal role that supports the delivery of high-quality legal services across a wide range of employment matters, both contentious and non-contentious.
You will be advising internal departments and external clients, representing the organisation in Employment Tribunals, drafting employment policies and contracts, and delivering training on employment-related legal topics. You will also play a key part in ensuring our legal services remain compliant, effective, and aligned with organisational goals.
What You’ll Be Doing
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<li>Provide clear and strategic legal advice on employment law, data protection, health and safety, and pensions</li>
<li>Represent the Corporation and external clients in Employment Tribunals and civil courts</li>
<li>Draft and review employment contracts, policies, and handbooks</li>
<li>Prepare reports for committees and attend meetings as required</li>
<li>Assist with the development of new external business</li>
<li>Stay up to date on legislative changes in employment law</li>
<li>Support and guide junior staff when necessary</li>
</ul>
What We’re Looking For
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<li>Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEx</li>
<li>Extensive post-qualification experience in employment law and tribunal advocacy</li>
<li>Strong communication and strategic decision-making skills</li>
<li>Ability to manage complex caseloads and deliver high-quality legal solutions</li>
<li>A collaborative team player with excellent stakeholder engagement abilities</li>
<li>Knowledge of the Equality Act and a commitment to equal opportunities</li>
<li>Comfortable using MS Office and delivering legal training sessions</li>
</ul>
What We Offer
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<li>Competitive salary with additional Market Forces Supplement</li>
<li>Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with increases based on service)</li>
<li>Flexible working with a hybrid model (minimum in-office requirements apply)</li>
<li>Excellent learning and development opportunities</li>
<li>Access to staff benefits and discounts</li>
<li>Volunteering leave – up to 2 paid days annually</li>
</ul>
Ready to Apply?
Be part of a high-performing legal team in a unique organisation at the heart of London. Apply now and make a meaningful impact.
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Provisional Interview date: W/C 15th September 2025
Closing date: 12 Noon on Tuesday 26th August 2025
To apply online please click the&nbsp;Apply&nbsp;online button below.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number&nbsp;OCOM749&nbsp;if you experience any difficulties.&nbsp; A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.&nbsp;
The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp;
We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications.&nbsp;
Because our roles are so varied, we don’t have a ‘one size fits all’ policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you’ll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It’s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs.&nbsp;
For more information on our categories for workplace attendance, please view our guide <a href="https://careers.cityoflondon.gov.uk/working-here/" target="_blank">here</a>.&nbsp; 
We will be reviewing this policy and approach at regular intervals to ensure we’re meeting our attendance needs.&nbsp;

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Senior Children’s Social Care Lawyer&nbsp; PO7: starting salary £59,722 per annum rising in annual increments to £62,922 per annum including Inner London Weighing, plus £5000 market supplement&nbsp; In addition to the salary,&nbsp;we also 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 An&nbsp;exciting opportunity has arisen in the Council’s&nbsp;legal department for an Senior Children’s Social Care Lawyer&nbsp;to join our dynamic and specialist&nbsp; child litigation team which offers expert legal advice and support to the Council in all aspects of child protection and welfare law. We are looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives with management experience, ideally from within the public sector to join our expanding team of experienced professionals and play a vital role in helping to deliver focused, high-quality advice and representation.&nbsp; This is a varied role, and the successful candidate will be expected to manage a small but busy and challenging caseload whilst supporting the Principal Children’s Social Care Lawyer in the operational management of this specialist legal team. This includes the management, supervision and development of lawyers and paralegals. <ul> <li>You will need to be enthusiastic, highly organised, proactive, flexible, able to work under pressure, manage competing deadlines and work as part of a team&nbsp;and on your own initiative. We are looking for individuals with a real commitment to the job.&nbsp;</li> <li>You will be responsible for ensuring the Council receives cost effective high quality, accurate, strategic, solutions focused legal advice and representation in the areas of childcare law, local government law and such other areas as are allocated from time to time.</li> <li>You will support the Principal Social Care Lawyer in meeting operational requirements, service level agreements and performance targets.</li> <li>You will&nbsp;build and maintain excellent client relations acting as a role model to achieve service and council wide objectives.</li> <li>You will have highly competent legal skills and you will be able to deputise effectively for the Principal when required.</li> <li>You will work within a friendly, supportive, collaborative team environment where your professional development will be nurtured and appreciated.</li> </ul> This post requires a qualified solicitor, barrister, or CILEx with a current practising certificate and experience of working in childcare/child litigation and managing teams.&nbsp; This post is subject to a Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies-public-bodies/dbs" target="_blank">www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies-public-bodies/dbs</a> . 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 Ellie Rae at <a href="mailto:ERae2@Lambeth.gov.uk" target="_blank">ERae2@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.&nbsp; 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: 11:59pm on Monday 25 August 2025. Shortlisting: 26 August 2025. Interviews will be held between 1 &amp;3 September 2025. Other 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 click&nbsp;here.

Lambeth Council

Senior Social Services Lawyer

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<h1>Summary</h1>What's it all aboutAs a Data Compliance Officer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Data Protection Manager in achieving compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and associated data protection legislation. You'll act as a key adviser to the wider business, supporting operational teams with the implementation and maintenance of data protection best practices.How you'll make a differenceBy ensuring that NHG's data handling practices comply with legal and policy obligations, you'll protect customers' personal data and help us build trust. Your work will reduce data risks, improve our response to subject rights requests and breaches, and support NHG in meeting its legal obligationsHow you'll do it<ul>
<li>Investigate and respond to security incidents, data breaches and data protection-related complaints</li>
<li>Manage and respond to subject access and other data rights requests within statutory timeframes.</li>
<li>Act as first point of contact for business queries on all data protection issues, including DPIAs, data sharing agreements, and action plans.</li>
<li>Develop and update internal data protection guidance for staff and deliver training across the organisation.</li>
<li>Maintain key compliance logs, including breach and subject access request registers.</li>
<li>Collate and analyse data protection performance metrics to contribute to senior reports.</li>
<li>Support Information Asset Owners in delivering their data protection responsibilities.</li>
<li>Undertake audits and risk assessments, sharing lessons and best practice across the business.</li>
<li>Provide support to the Data Protection Manager on data protection projects.</li>
<li>Work with business areas to develop and improve record keeping systems aligned with GDPR and internal policies.</li>
<li>Ensure that you follow and keep up to date with all relevant NHG and statutory policies and related procedures including health and safety and financial regulations.</li>
<li>Ensure that you follow and keep up to date with all relevant Notting Hill Genesis and statutory policies and related procedures including health and safety and financial regulations. </li>
<li>Hybrid arrangements - at least three days a week in an office. On other days, working from home may be possible, depending on the work and the interaction 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. Pending confirmation of legislative changes, this role may require a qualification to demonstrate competence. If not already qualified, there may be an expectation to study towards a professional qualification.Essential:<ul>
<li>Experience in a data protection function.</li>
<li>Proven experience investigating and resolving data protection breaches and complaints.</li>
<li>Experience of handling data subject access requests.</li>
<li>Working knowledge of UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.</li>
<li>Experience of developing and delivering training on data protection issues.</li>
<li>Skilled in drafting DPIAs and data sharing agreements.</li>
<li>Excellent organisational and planning skills.</li>
<li>Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.</li>
<li>Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.</li>
<li>Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.</li>
<li>Experience producing reports and metrics for internal stakeholders.</li>
</ul>Desirable:<ul>
<li>Experience working in a large, customer-facing organisation.</li>
<li>Experience of housing associations or public sector environments.</li>
<li>Experience of delivering or supporting data protection projects.</li>
<li>Experience of audit or compliance monitoring.</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  18 August 2025Step 2: Successful candidates will be asked to do an assessment  and an interviewPlease 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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Salary: £53,857 - £61,470&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Grade: Level 5 Zone 1 Location: 5 Pancras Square N1C 4AG&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 36 Hours&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Closing Date: Sunday 7th September 2025; 23:55 About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. &nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.&nbsp; What You’ll Be Doing&nbsp; Join Camden's dynamic Legal Services team, where you’ll play a critical role in breaking down barriers while embracing a risk-aware approach. You'll engage with senior officers and Members to offer high-quality legal services, with a focus on social justice. Collaborate closely with various service directorates to ensure efficient delivery of Council priorities, all while managing a personal caseload that includes high-profile and complex cases. Become a trusted advisor, advocate, and problem solver as you contribute to Camden's vision of innovative, responsive legal solutions.&nbsp; We are particularly seeking lawyers with demonstrable knowledge and experience in a busy local authority prosecutions team; handling all aspects of prosecuting on behalf of the local authority to include considering instructions (Code for Crown Prosecutors), analysing the law, providing legal advice, drafting key criminal prosecution documents (informations, summonses, witness statements, case collation, lodging of proceedings, advocacy in court) in the following areas:- <ol> <li> Health and Safety At Work etc Act; </li> <li> Trading Standards Prosecutions; </li> <li> Fraud Act, Social Housing Fraud; </li> <li> Environmental Protection Act; littering, fly-tipping and statutory nuisance; </li> <li> Planning Enforcement; </li> <li> Disabled blue badge prosecutions; </li> <li> Other local authority prosecutions.&nbsp; </li> </ol> All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'. We’re looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives able to practice in England.&nbsp; You should possess a robust understanding of local government law and have hands-on experience in preparing cases and drafting legal documents. Your professional confidence will shine through as you lead on challenging cases and provide high-level advice. With excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit, you’re ready to engage with our clients and stakeholders. Your proactive nature and creative mindset will help shape the future of legal services in Camden.&nbsp; &nbsp; To view the Job Profile, please copy and paste the below URL into your browser: <a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11123848/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11123848/file/documen…</a> What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know&nbsp;that a work life balance is extremely&nbsp;important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.&nbsp; Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity&amp;nbsp</a>; Anonymised Application -&nbsp;in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. &nbsp; Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG.

Prosecutions Lawyer

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Job Title: Senior Lawyer
Location: Hybrid working - Offices in Market Harborough Leicestershire
Salary: Grade 10 - £51,356 to £54,495 pa pro rata for part time.&nbsp; This post attracts a market supplement of up to 5% of starting annual salary depending on experience.
Status: 
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<li>Contracts and procurement Senior Lawyer – full time permanent (37 hours per week)</li>
<li>Planning Senior Lawyer – part time permanent (22.2 hours per week)</li>
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We understand that for most, home life is a priority, so we are happy to consider either role on a part-time or job-share basis.&nbsp;
Car user: casual
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About Harborough District Council Harborough District Council is committed to delivering high-quality services to its community in Market Harborough, the town of Lutterworth, part of the Leicester urban area, and numerous villages and surrounding rural areas. Market Harborough is a charming English market town known for its historic architecture, vibrant market, and picturesque countryside. The town is well-connected by rail, with direct services to Leicester, Nottingham, Derby, Sheffield, and London.
We are seeking two dynamic and experienced Lawyers to join the Council’s Legal Services team as Senior Lawyers. These roles are pivotal in ensuring the Council’s activities are conducted lawfully and transparently, contributing to the Council’s goal of continuous improvement in service quality, cost efficiency, and customer responsiveness.
The Roles
For both senior roles you will be required to ensure that the implications of local government law are understood and complied with, including the statutory requirement within the Council.&nbsp; You will draft and advise on reports for Cabinet, Council Committees and other meetings as required ensuring that all procedural and standing order requirements are complied with.
You will already be an experienced lawyer and depending on your knowledge and experience you&nbsp; will act as the lead advisor on a broad range of planning or contracts and procurement matters.&nbsp; You will be responsible for our own caseloads, which will cover a wide range of diverse, complex and interesting matters.&nbsp; You will have experience of providing advice on complex legal matters to Members, Officers and other stakeholders.
Key responsibilities for both posts include: 
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<li>Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEx with a current England &amp; Wales practising certificate.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Handle a caseload of complex and sensitive legal issues.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Provide training and support to other officers in legal procedures.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with all Council policies and statutory requirements.</li>
<li>Promote a culture of excellent customer service and continuous improvement.</li>
<li>Proven experience in the public sector or in private practice.</li>
<li>Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.</li>
<li>Ability to manage competing demands and tight deadlines.</li>
</ul>
Senior Lawyer – Planning – Specific Key Responsibilities
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<li>Lead and manage the delivery of legal services in planning matters.</li>
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<li>Several years post-qualification experience in planning law, including s.106 agreements, planning appeals, and enforcement.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Senior Lawyer - Contracts &amp; Procurement – Specific Key Responsibilities
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<li>Several years post-qualification experience in contracts and procurement law, including preparing contract documentation, advising on compliance and governance requirements, and negotiating agreements.</li>
<li>Lead and manage the delivery of legal services in contracts and procurement matters.</li>
</ul>

About You
In these roles you will be expected to display sound decision making, excellent interpersonal and influencing.&nbsp; You will be confident in public speaking and problem solving.&nbsp; As a self-motivated individual with commitment to achieving targets, you will be a organised professional with experince of handling a broad caseload.&nbsp; You will be adpatable to changing priorites working as part of a team, although you will work independently, prioritising your own workload.&nbsp;&nbsp; You will support the Head of Legal Services in more complex and sensitive work, dealing with contentious and non-contentious matters.
These roles are flexible and can be delivered remotely on most occasions.&nbsp; However, there may be times when you are required to be in the office for client meetings or to attend committee meetings.&nbsp; We are willing to be flexible with the hours we are offering and can negotiate this with candidates who are successful at interview stage.
If you are interested in this role and would like an informal discussion, please contact Julie Young, Head of Legal Services by emailing in the first instance to <a href="mailto:j.young@harborough.gov.uk" target="_blank">j.young@harborough.gov.uk</a>.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is midday 26th August 2025.&nbsp; 

Interviews will be held week commencing 8th September 2025.
We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date should we receive sufficient suitable applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Desirable criteria from the person specification may be used for sifting purposes.
You can apply for this job online at <a href="http://www.harborough.gov.uk/job-application&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">www.harborough.gov.uk/job-application&amp;nbsp</a>; &nbsp;
Should you have any difficulties applying online please&nbsp;e-mail <a href="mailto:recruitment@harborough.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@harborough.gov.uk.</a>&nbsp; CVs will not be accepted. &nbsp;Please specify which post you are applying for on your application form and ensure your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the person specification.

Senior Planning Lawyer / Contracts and Procurement Senior Lawyer (two posts)

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Starting salary:&nbsp;£53,857&nbsp; Job level:&nbsp;Level 5 Zone 1 Work location: 5 Pancras Square, N1C 4AG Hours per week:&nbsp;36 Contract type:&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp; Closing date:&nbsp;17^th August 2025&nbsp; Interviews to be held: 28^th and 29^th August 2025 Alternative flexible working options available / open to discussion&nbsp; Anonymised Application – in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. About us&nbsp; Camden is building a place where everyone can thrive. We’re not just home to one of the UK’s most dynamic economies – we’re also home to a community of people who believe in fairness, inclusion and the power of public service. From innovative early intervention programmes to bold partnerships that bring real social change, this is a place where your ideas and your work will really matter. If you’re passionate about improving outcomes for children and families and want to work in a borough that’s driving systemic change, this is your chance to be part of it. The role This is a specialist role, focused on ensuring that care planning and legal proceedings are timely, robust and centred on children’s best interests. You’ll act as the key link between social workers, legal services and the courts, ensuring quality and accountability throughout the legal process. You’ll take ownership of tracking and monitoring care proceedings, lead on quality assurance of court reports and social work statements, and chair regular pre-proceedings and court tracking meetings.&nbsp;As part of our Quality Assurance service, you’ll also produce reports to identify themes and areas for improvement, contribute to service development, working closely with the Service manager for Quality Assurance This is a great opportunity to help shape and strengthen practice across our children's workforce. About you You’ll be a registered social worker (Social Work England) with significant experience in care planning, safeguarding, and court proceedings. You’ll have a deep understanding of legal and statutory requirements in children’s social care and bring a proactive, outcomes-focused approach to progressing cases efficiently and effectively. We’re looking for someone who can lead by example – guiding and mentoring practitioners, supporting the efficient management of case work., and influencing system-wide improvements. Your communication and negotiation skills will be key to supporting the case work across legal teams, courts, and operational services. A strong grasp of quality assurance and performance monitoring will also be essential. If you’re passionate about delivering better outcomes for children and families, and want to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you. To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by clicking&nbsp;HERE Working for Camden We’re ready to welcome your ideas, your views, and your rebellious spirit. Help us redefine how we’re supporting our communities, and we’ll redefine what a career can be. If that sounds good to you, we’d love to talk. At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits as well as joining a flexible working employer. Click&nbsp;HERE to&nbsp;see full details of our benefits. Additional information&nbsp; To view the Job Profile, please click&nbsp;HERE To apply for this job please follow the "Apply" link. In the ‘Why you?’ section of the application you will be required to demonstrate how you meet the role criteria noted in the Job Profile under the “About You” section. Inclusion and Diversity We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit our&nbsp;recruitment website Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG.

Team Manager – Legal Proceedings and Case Progression

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Property Lawyer&nbsp; PO3-PO5: Starting salary £46,437 rising in annual increments to £55,710 pa plus up to £10,000 pa market supplement (dependent upon experience). 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 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 Role An&nbsp;exciting opportunity has arisen in the Council’s&nbsp;legal department for a Property Lawyer&nbsp;to join our team. 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.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; This is a varied role, and the successful candidate will be expected to juggle a busy and challenging caseload.&nbsp;They will be highly organised, proactive, flexible, able to work under pressure, manage competing deadlines and work as part of a team&nbsp;and on their own initiative. You will be responsible for commercial and residential property law related legal advice, conducting litigation and assisting the Senior Lawyer in ensuring that the Council receives cost-effective high-quality advice and representation. You will be familiar with property law, including residential and commercial conveyancing, development agreements, landlord and tenant matters, compulsory purchase.&nbsp; You will be experienced in drafting legal documents and&nbsp;legal correspondence, giving specialist legal advice, gathering and analysing information to support actions,&nbsp;filing documents at court and dealing with the administration associated with litigation.&nbsp; You will be competent at legal research and comfortable dealing directly with clients, and external stakeholders including solicitors, barristers and court personnel.&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 Victoria Lloyd White (<a href="mailto:vlloydwhite@lambeth.gov.uk" target="_blank">vlloydwhite@lambeth.gov.uk</a>) or Janet Fasan (<a href="mailto:jfasan@lambeth.gov.uk" target="_blank">jfasan@lambeth.gov.uk</a>) How to Apply: If you are 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. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. Recruitment Timelines: Closing date: 11:59pm Monday 19^th May 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.

Property Lawyer

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Please apply online. If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by emailing <a href="mailto:personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk</a>



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)

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

Contracts & Procurement Lawyer

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
Are you looking for an exciting and challenging new opportunity in Legal Services?&nbsp;
Do you have strong advocacy skills, negotiation skills and client relation skills?&nbsp;&nbsp;
Would you like to deliver a variety of litigation and prosecution work in a professional and friendly legal team?&nbsp;&nbsp;
If so, we would like to hear from you.&nbsp;
Our dynamic and innovative Local Authority legal team are seeking a talented barrister, solicitor or legal executive (qualified in England and Wales) with advocacy experience.&nbsp;&nbsp;
For an informal discussion, please contact <a href="mailto:simon.court@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">simon.court@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:carol.haynes@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">carol.haynes@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Interview dates: Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 September 2025&nbsp;
Permanent Role: Full Time 37 hours per week&nbsp;
 
<h2>About the role</h2>
Brighton &amp; Hove is an established Unitary Authority and is a major economic, social, and cultural force in the southeast region, with a vibrant, dynamic and diverse community which makes the city of Brighton &amp; Hove truly unique. &nbsp;
We have a progressive legal team delivering an exceptional legal service on behalf of Brighton and Hove City Council. This legal team values imagination, creativity, a strong work ethic as well as championing and working collaboratively with its diverse communities. This has led the Legal Services team to have achieved many awards and successes, including winning the 2024 LLG Legal Team of the year and being recognised by Lexcel as an excellent, well-led service. We are a professional, friendly, and rewarding team.&nbsp;
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<li>You will advise, prepare and present civil protective orders in the Magistrates’ and County Courts including Community Safety Protection Orders, Anti-Social Behaviour injunctions and closure orders &nbsp;</li>
<li>have strong advocacy skills and client relationship management skills</li>
<li>have effective communication skills and be able to explain complex legal issues</li>
<li>attend court regularly and be required to undertake prosecutions related to blue badge misuse; and school absence/ poor attendance as well as supporting other areas of general litigation and prosecutions work undertaken within the team.</li>
<li>Deliver professional legal services inclusively to our residents, businesses, visitors and staff</li>
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Additional Information&nbsp;&nbsp;
We can offer you a comprehensive benefits package including&nbsp;&nbsp;
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<li>flexible working arrangements</li>
<li>a local government pension</li>
<li>annual leave plus bank holidays&nbsp;</li>
<li>and employee discount benefits</li>
<li>access to staff networks</li>
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Brighton &amp; Hove City Council takes diversity and inclusion seriously and are looking to build a service which reflects the community which we represent. We are committed to attracting, retaining and developing our employees. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds who are suitably qualified.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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 complete your education and work history and provide answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as they 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/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application form guidance</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 questions guidance</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.
Applications close: 11.59 pm on Thursday 21 August 2025
<h2>Additional information</h2>
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.
Please note this post is subject to DBS and SRA checks.
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.
<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/council-jobs/apply-job-council/encouraging-diverse-workforce" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a>.

Brighton & Hove City Council

Prosecutions & Community Safety Lawyer

<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – 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?<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £50,512 - £53,584 a year, £3,203 car benefit a year plus up to £4,000 market supplement a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentWe have an exciting opportunity available within our legal team where you will assist in making sure an efficient, effective and economic legal service is delivered to the Council, its Executive, Committees, Sub Committees, departments and its wholly owned companies.Working within the property planning and Contracts team, you will conduct and manage a mixed caseload of commercial contracts, procurement and governance related work.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for an experienced lawyer with a broad range of good commercial contracts and procurement experience, ideally within a local government/public sector context.You must be able to demonstrate significant experience of undertaking complex legal work in commercial contracts and procurement and have a sound understanding of the applicable legal framework.The post holder must be capable of working under pressure, taking initiative and adopting proactive approaches to deliver a fast and efficient service and must be able to perform legal work with minimum supervision.You must be able to communicate at all levels clearly and concisely, providing professional and commercial advice to a wide range of clients within the Council.You must be a UK qualified Solicitor or Barrister or Fellow of CILEX with substantial relevant post qualification experience and hold a practicing certificate with a minimum of six years plus post qualification experience.Please ensure your supporting statement demonstrates your experience and knowledge in order for your application to be considered.<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: <a href="https://jobs.luton.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank">https://jobs.luton.gov.uk/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=1228931&amp;ptId=11574" target="_blank">download: JD M5 Solicitor -Senior Contract Solicitor 14.10.21 FINAL (1).pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1228932&amp;ptId=11574" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer (1) (3).pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Senior Solicitor -  Contracts and Procurement

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Are you an experienced housing lawyer ready to take the next step in your legal career? We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Senior Housing Lawyer to join our dynamic Housing &amp; Civil Litigation Team within the Council’s Legal Services. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in high-quality legal work that truly makes a difference. 
If you have strong legal expertise, particularly in housing litigation, and a thorough understanding of key housing legislation, we’d love to hear from you. Join us as we work towards becoming the best place to practice local government law—where talent is valued, innovation is embraced, and professional excellence is at the heart of everything we do.

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:
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the Council’s Housing Service by providing expert advice and assistance across all areas of Housing and Homelessness law. You’ll represent the Council in County and Magistrates' Court proceedings, with the potential to be involved in complex cases in the High Court.
Principal accountabilities and responsibilities include:
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<li>Be responsible for a large and varied caseload of Housing Litigation matters, to include drafting Letters Before Action, pleadings, witness statements, settlement agreements, briefs to counsel and corresponding with both Litigants in Person and legally represented opponents</li>
<li>Issuing court proceedings on behalf of the Council and ensuring that instructions are lodged within timescales</li>
<li>Complying with relevant Protocols and timescales, complying with the Civil Procedure Rules and ensuring that all court direction deadlines are met</li>
<li>Preparing for court hearings</li>
<li>Advocacy in the County Court and the Magistrates Court</li>
<li>Ensuring that clients are kept up to date with the progress of cases and legal action</li>
<li>Advising on all aspects of Housing law including in the areas of Homelessness, Allocations and Judicial Review and on relevant points arising in the Housing Act 1985, Housing Act 1996, Criminal Justice &amp; Public Order Act 1994, Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, Local Government Act 1972 and Equality Act 2010.</li>
<li>Assisting the Principal Lawyer where required in the more complex cases held by the team.</li>
<li>To deputise for the Principal Lawyer in casework or the management of the team when required by the Principal Lawyer</li>
<li>Providing advice to members, officers and partners on legal matters, policies and corporate issues, ensuring the Council’s best interests are achieved within the law.</li>
<li>Line managing of staff assigned by your line manager</li>
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 About you: We’re looking for a qualified legal professional an admitted Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives with a current practising certificate and the right to practise in England. You’ll bring a strong interest in housing law, alongside in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience of Housing Litigation and court procedures, including conducting your own advocacy. With proven experience in managing or supervising others, you’ll be confident leading and supporting a team. Highly organised, conscientious, and collaborative, you take pride in delivering high-quality work and thrive in a dynamic, team-focused environment.
Our ideal candidate will have:
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<li>Experience of holding a large and varied caseload of housing cases</li>
<li>Experience of dealing with cases allocated to both the Fast and Multi track</li>
<li>Excellent diary management skills and the ability to organise and prioritise workload to meet service needs</li>
<li>Recent advocacy experience</li>
<li>An excellent working knowledge in key Housing legislation</li>
<li>Good interpersonal skills and is a good team player</li>
<li>Experience of line managing people and/or extensive supervision of others and a willingness to do so in this role</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 Ms Georgina Tully - Principal Lawyer - <a href="mailto:Georgina.tully@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Georgina.tully@reading.gov.uk</a>
 Closing Date:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Monday 25th August 2025
Interview Date: &nbsp;To be confirmed
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Senior Housing Lawyer - Legal Services Team

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The Joint Legal Team is a leading shared legal service for Berkshire councils. Working collaboratively, to play a key role in supporting vulnerable adults, children, and young people. Joint Legal Team is a high performing team and has recently been shortlisted as Legal Team of the Year by Lawyers in Local Government (LLG). Hosted by Reading Borough Council, our forward-thinking team operates from modern offices in Reading town centre, close to transport links and courts. We aim to be the best place to practice law in local government, delivering high-quality legal advice, embracing innovation, and expanding our services. 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 We are looking for an experienced senior solicitor, barrister, or FILEX to lead our Adults, Education, and Employment Team. This is a great opportunity for leadership development, managing a growing team that supports all Berkshire councils. You will oversee legal services delivery, ensure efficiency, and contribute to the Legal Services Management Team. With a client-focused, collaborative approach, you’ll handle diverse legal matters, meet tight deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Our Legal Operations Team supports you in implementing efficient systems, with a pathway toward Lexcel accreditation. 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 About you We are looking for a dedicated legal professional with a valid practising certificate as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives and substantial post-qualification experience in legal practice. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and management expertise, excelling under pressure while meeting tight deadlines with efficiency. Exceptional communication, teamwork, and stakeholder engagement skills are essential, along with a proactive and adaptable approach. We seek someone eager to contribute to service improvement, embracing innovation to support the continued growth and success of the team. 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 - 31 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 <a href="mailto:recruitment@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@reading.gov.uk</a> or for an informal chat about this role, please contact Michael Graham, the Assistant Director for Legal and Democratic Services, <a href="mailto:michael.graham@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">michael.graham@reading.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; Closing Date: Monday 25th August 2025&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Interview Date: To be confirmed Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Strategic Lead - Adult Social Care and Education Law

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul>
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Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28&nbsp;days annual leave per year, 29&nbsp;days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li>
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Cycle to Work scheme.&nbsp;</li>
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Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>
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Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>
<li>Car Lease scheme</li>
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Payment of professional subscription / membership&nbsp;- If your job description requires that you are registered with or are&nbsp;a member of&nbsp;a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees.</li>
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Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li>
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Ongoing training and development opportunities.</li>
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A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).</li>
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Our West Ways of Working&nbsp;– We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.</li>
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Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.</li>
</ul><h2>About the role</h2>Are you an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer looking to expand your skills, progress your career and step into a leadership role? &nbsp;Join the new Legal Team at West Northants Council, one of the newest and the fourth biggest Unitary Council in England.For more information please contact Julia Rickards, Head of Legal (People), on 07585 405339 for a confidential discussion. <h2>Additional information</h2>Whilst experience of advising on Adult Social Care law is essential, local government experience is not. What’s more important is a passion for delivering an excellent legal service, a desire to help shape and deliver an exemplar local authority legal service and a drive to progress and achieve your own ambition.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp</a>;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions&nbsp;- watch WNC colleagues explain&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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