Civil Litigation Solicitor Job at Sheffield City Council

We are looking for people with a recognized legal qualification (Lawyer, Lawyer or CILEX Lawyer) with good knowledge and experience working in civil litigation.

The team’s work is fast-paced and challenging, areas may include contract/commercial disputes, property disputes, debt recovery (individuals and commercial enterprises) and public sector housing law.

Successful candidates will need to be able to demonstrate a flexible approach as the post will involve legal representation and advocacy in various fora, for example the County Court, Magistrates’ Court and First-tier Tribunals. Experience in civil proceedings in the Magistrates Court may be an advantage.

We welcome applicants from all legal backgrounds.

We are looking for enthusiastic, flexible people with a keen eye for detail.

The ability to work well with others is key.

These are permanent roles based in Sheffield city centre.

We actively support flexible working arrangements and the wellbeing of our employees in the way we design and deliver our legal services.

You will be able to work flexibly, including working remotely, ‘in the office’ presence will be required for part of your work schedule, including court hearings.

This is a politically restricted post under the terms of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.

We invest in our workforce and promote opportunities for our underrepresented groups. We value equality, diversity and inclusion and are focused on increasing the diversity of our workforce, particularly black, Asian, minority ethnic, disabled and LGBTQ+, so that our teams reflect the communities in the city we serve. We also support staff with unpaid care responsibilities to work flexibly.

It’s a great time to join us and we look forward to your application.

Under the Disability Confident Scheme, disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria of this job are guaranteed an interview.

Full-time employees work 37 hours for 52 weeks a year and we offer generous holiday entitlement. We are open to discussing a range of flexible working opportunities that benefit you and the Council, including reduced hours contracts, part-time work or as a shared workplace.

If you are appointed to this role, your starting salary will be at the final grade. If you provide proof of pay that your base pay is higher than the bottom of the grade, we will consider starting you at the minimum advantage point within the grade.

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