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    Solicitor Children Law - Dorchester, Dorset, United Kingdom - Connect2Dorset

    Connect2Dorset
    Connect2Dorset Dorchester, Dorset, United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Description

    Job Title:
    Litigation Solicitor


    Contract Type:
    Temporary (7 months)
    Salary: 45 per hour

    Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council.

    Our service is built on our values being ethical, trustworthy, and caring and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders.

    Join Dorset Council's Legal & Political team as a Litigation Solicitor.

    We are seeking an experienced legal professional to provide comprehensive legal services to the Council, its Directorates, and external bodies.

    As part of the team, you will contribute to ensuring legality and propriety in all Council matters, playing a crucial role in upholding the law and protecting the interests of our community.

    Advise and represent the Council and its Directorates on legal matters.
    Support Legal Business Partners and collaborate with colleagues.
    Provide legal services including advice, drafting, negotiation and advocacy.
    Conduct litigation work including court appearances and advocacy.
    Represent the Head of Legal Services at meetings and committees.
    Secure external legal services when required.
    Stay updated on case law and legislative changes.
    Reply to Ombudsman complaints and assist in training seminars.
    Qualified Lawyer, Barrister, or Legal Executive.
    Knowledge of local government law.
    Understanding of equal opportunities and diversity principles.
    Flexible working arrangements.
    Professional development opportunities.

    Job Types:
    Full-time, Temporary contract
    Contract length: 00 per hour
    Company pension
    Referral programme
    8 hour shift
    ~ Monday to Friday

    Connect2Staff/Connect2Kent, part of Commercial Services Trading/Kent Ltd, is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business and positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

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