Sanctuary Personnel are looking for an Employment Solicitor to work on an interim basis with Plymouth City Council for an initial period of 10 months.
37 Hours Per Week
£22.51 Per Hour (PAYE) or £27.73 Per Hour (Umbrella)
Hybrid Working – Office attendance required as necessary, as well as attending Tribunals.
We have an opportunity for an employment solicitor or CILEX to join a small team for up to one year to deal with both contentious and non-contentious employment matters on a full or part time basis.
This is a unique opportunity for a junior employment lawyer to undertake a diverse range of advice in the public sector and they will be able to develop their skills with the support and guidance of senior lawyers.
The Job-
- Legal casework is undertaken as allocated by the senior lawyer to include general and specific advice, instructing, and liaising with Counsel, professional experts and surplus to capacity partners (work sent out to private practice). The post holder must draft complex legal documents relating to their caseload.
- The role may include assistance regarding witness statements and preparation of witnesses to attend Court hearings.
- Deputise for the Senior Lawyer where appropriate
- Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade of the post
Applicant Requirements -
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives.
- The post holder will occasionally be required to carry court bundles or files when representing the Authority at Court.
- Experience of Local Government law and practice, as this assists with the provision of a legal service to client departments and committees
