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Role Purpose 

To work collaboratively with colleagues, partners, and other stakeholders to help build a sustainable highly effective organisation and develop our reputation as a successful council delivering great value for its residents.
 
To contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of legal services within a culture of customer focus, continuous improvement, service excellence and employee development.

Responsibilties 

Conduct a personal workload of disrepair cases  and comply with applicable time limits.
Respond to pre-action letters, instruct expert witnesses, advise on quantumn for damages, prepare and collate pleadings, witness statements, and other legal documentation.
Brief Counsel in accordance with the Legal Services’ procedures and, when necessary, attend conference with Counsel.
Research and advise client officers.
Act as the Council’s advocate at the County Court, Magistrates Court and other Tribunals.
Provide support to the solicitors in the Litigation.
Assist in the development of policy and procedures in the Litigation team.

Requirements 

Law Degree or equivalent
Previous experience working in a council or housing association is preferred 
Desirable to have experience of civil litigation within a Local Government setting
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with individuals and groups at all levels, both within and outside the Council.
Ability to represent the Council in the Magistrates’ and County Courts

Contract 

Initial 3 to 6 month contract with the opportunity 
Pay Negiotiable depending on experience 
PAYE via Umbrella 
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm Hybrid Working (office once per week/fortnight)

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