Litigation Lawyer

About you

We are looking to recruit a qualified Lawyer to assist the Principal Solicitor in the Litigation team in dealing with the legal needs of Pembrokeshire County Council's Directorates and its officers, undertaking contentious work, including advocacy. Knowledge of Local Government practice and procedures is desirable.

Role requirements

You will be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) with relevant experience in litigation and a thorough knowledge of contentious matters.

This post is subject to a DBS disclosure check.

Location and Schedule

The position is permanent, 37 hours a week based in the beautiful county of Pembrokeshire, adjacent to the world-famous Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.

Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave of up to 31 days.
• Membership of the Local Government 'career average' defined benefit pension scheme.
• Flexible and agile working options.
• A wide range of resources to support your health and wellbeing, including a professional in house occupational health service and access to counselling services.
• Generous occupational maternity and paternity pay plan, on top of statutory benefits.
• Access to employee discounts on a range of products, services and attractions including leisure centres.

Language Skills

Welsh language skills are desirable.

Contact

Pembrokeshire County Council, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA61 1TP