About this role
You will be part of an excellent legal team, providing legal advice and conducting case work (and potentially undertaking advocacy), predominantly in relation to criminal and civil litigation.
You will have conduct of a wide range of civil and criminal matters. These will include civil claims, judicial reviews, inquests, trading standards prosecutions and educations prosecutions etc.
We are looking for an experienced solicitor or barrister who has:
- Good knowledge and experience of civil and criminal law and practice
- Ability to provide prompt and accurate legal advice
- Clarity in both written and oral communications
- Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of personnel /organisations
- Ability to work within a team and, when necessary, independently
- Ability to undertake advocacy
To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page.
Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams. Interviews will be taking place on dates to be confirmed. If you are unavailable on these dates let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you.
Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.
This role offers a unique experience, which enables you to do work which is meaningful and purposeful to your wider local community in a supportive environment. It will give you a real sense of satisfaction, reward and professional achievement.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
For an informal discussion, please contact Robert Freeman - Senior Solicitor Team Leader Commercial and Litigation at [email protected]
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About East Sussex County Council
East Sussex County Council is a local authority who deliver vital community services to over half a million people, residents, businesses and visitors in East Sussex.
As an employer we offer a diverse and rewarding range of career opportunities. If you came to work for East Sussex County Council, your chosen pathway could involve work that directly influences the education, social, mental, financial, and physical wellbeing of our residents and shapes the environment within which they live, or you might make your mark within one of the essential functions that supports the delivery of these services.
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What you'll do
- You will provide legal advice and conduct case work in civil and criminal litigation. This includes handling a wide range of civil claims, judicial reviews, inquests, and prosecutions.
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