Legal Adviser

The Role:

Shape the future of public service law in Hampshire.

Join our Lexcel-accredited legal team, where your expertise will make a real impact on communities across the county. Hampshire County Council is nationally recognised as one of the UK's top-performing local authorities, and our legal service is at the heart of that success.

What you'll do:

We're seeking a qualified Solicitor or FILEX (with a current practising certificate for England & Wales) to join our General Litigation Team. This is your chance to work on cases that are as challenging as they are rewarding, including:

• Prosecutions
• Personal injury claims
• Contract disputes
• Debt recovery
• Other general litigation matters

What we're looking for:

• Strong legal skills and sound judgement
• A pragmatic, solution-focused approach
• Excellent client relationship and communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Resilience, motivation, and effective prioritisation under pressure

Why join us?

• Hybrid working - mostly remote after induction, with one day a week in Winchester and court attendance as required
• Work-life balance through flexible working arrangements
• Generous benefits package, Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contributions from 16.1%)
• 25-28 days annual leave + up to 12 flexi-leave days
• Interest-free travel loans and staff discounts
• Family-friendly policies and employee support services