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Senior Employment Solicitor

Luton Borough Council

GBP 51,802.00 - 54,924.00 per year;GBP 5,000.00 ;GBP 8,000.00

Hybrid (On-Site)

Posted 7 hours ago

Graduate Solicitor Apprentice (P01703)

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

Starting salary £27,544pa with potential progression to £29,383pa on achieving designated skills and experience

Welwyn Garden City (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Childcare Solicitor (Career Progression)

Luton Borough Council

GBP 45,718.00 - 51,802.00 per year;GBP 3,203.00 ;GBP 8,000.00

Town Hall, Hybrid (On-Site)

Posted 14 days ago

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