Solicitor

Looking to join a leading organisation offering the chance to make a tangible impact, develop your skills, and support a key public service? Then this role could be just for you.

In the Solicitor (Litigation) role, you will be:

• Providing legal advice, representation, and advocacy in civil litigation, housing law, and related matters, including court and tribunal appearances
• Assisting with a variety of team matters, with experience in housing, prosecutions, and local government work considered desirable
• Drafting legal documents, reports, and correspondence, and analyse legal issues to deliver practical, solution-focused advice aligned with Council objectives
• Supporting the legal service’s administrative tasks and take responsibility for personal development through regular reviews
  

To be successful, you will need:

• Qualified Solicitor status (England & Wales)
• Experience of civil litigation and housing law in Wales
• Ability to analyse problems, determine legal solutions, and apply the law to achieve the Council’s objectives
• Strong IT and standard office equipment skills
  
• Willingness and ability to travel across the County and beyond for meetings, court hearings, and training as required
  

This is a temporary position for initially 2–3 months, working full-time hours (37 hours per week) based in Colwyn Bay.

You'll start on an hourly rate of £22.65 with enhanced overtime rates for weekend working, bank holidays, and hours worked beyond 37 per week

If you are looking for a dynamic locum role where you can apply your litigation expertise and support vital council services, we want to hear from you.