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Post titleAssistant Lawyer Litigation &amp; RegulatoryPost NoTBCSalaryStarting from £42,839 to £46,142 per annum (pro rated for 22.5 hours per week from £26,050.74 to £28,059.32 per annum)GradeGrade 7Hours22.5 hours per weekPlace of workWorthing Town Hall with Flexible working Closing date11th January 2026 at 23:55 pm InterviewsTo be confirmedAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Legal Services Section, providing a joint legal service to Adur District Council and Worthing Borough Council. We are looking for a solicitor, barrister or legal executive with knowledge and experience primarily in employment law, to join the Litigation and Regulatory team, reporting to the Senior Lawyer and Deputy Monitoring Officer. The team deals with a wide variety of areas including employment, housing, criminal and civil litigation, planning and licensing. As well as providing employment advice, you will also assist the team in dealing with general litigation matters, researching and analysing legislation, advising on its interpretation and providing innovative, proactive and pragmatic advice to Officers and Members of both Councils.We are looking for a positive, driven and innovative professional with excellent analytical and research skills, who is a team player, self-motivated and has the ability to give clear, accurate and practical legal advice.At Adur &amp; Worthing, we are committed to supporting care leavers, in accordance with the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 and the Children and Social Work Act 2017. To that end, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for anyone meeting the essential criteria of the role they are applying for. In order to be considered for this, you will need to be a care leaver under the age of 25 at the time of application. Please confirm that you are a care leaver in the "Showing how you meet the person specification and job description" section of the application form. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of applicants declaring a disability, that meet the essential criteria for this position, will be offered an interview. Staff are our most important asset and we therefore have a benefit package which reflects our continuing commitment to our employees. This includes:<ul><li>Generous leave entitlement; a minimum of 26 days + Bank Holiday entitlement</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Training &amp; development</li><li>Occupational Health</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li><li>Employee resource groups/networks </li><li>Buddy Support Programme </li><li>Flexible working options</li></ul>We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Staff work in a supportive and safe environment, recognising their responsibility to value and respect each other’s contributions. Standards of conduct must be of the highest level to ensure that no-one is harassed, bullied or victimised. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, staff engagement forums and are keen to hear from applicants from a variety of different backgrounds.For an informal discussion about the role, please telephone Caroline Perry, Senior Lawyer and Deputy Monitoring Officer, on 01903 221081. 





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Are you qualified solicitor, barrister, or legal executive with an up-to-date practising certificate?
Are you looking for a role that will actively invest in your professional development?
Are you looking for a role with variety, where you can be relied on for your expertise and experience?
Do your skills include concise communication, an ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with Officers at different levels in the Council, and the ability to advise on matters with a variety of legal issues in a professional manner in all situations, including advising at planning committee?
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role and make an impact in the Legal Services team at Waverley Borough Council and Guildford Borough Council.
We are an ambitious, dynamic and innovative local authority. Key to our success is our commitment to team working and ongoing development of our high performing, highly engaged workforce, who all share in the delivery of the organisation’s values and corporate objectives
As Planning Lawyer, you will join a friendly and supportive team and advise on all aspects of planning law and policy. You will have conduct of your own caseload and deal with varied and stimulating work on the cutting edge of planning law.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Provide legal advice and guidance on planning law, policy, and procedures
- Draft, review, and negotiate planning agreements, including section 106 agreements
- Ensure the proper conduct of planning inquiries, including the provision of advocacy at public hearings
- Represent the council in planning committees on a rota basis. The planning committee occur in the evening
- Provide advice and assistance to other members of the legal team in respect of planning law matters.
This is a permanent, part time role, 29.5 hours per week.
Please note this post is politically restricted.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact James Tong, Principal Lawyer (Planning) on 01483 444903.
We do not accept CVs without a completed application form. Strictly no agencies please.
In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free onsite parking, an employee assistance scheme and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting - <a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council</a>
The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences -&nbsp;we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility <a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer and interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility <a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.

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