Senior Solicitor (Legal Services – Interim)
Hours: 36 Hours Per Week
Contract: Temporary (ASAP – 2+ Months)
We're recruiting a Senior Solicitor to join Staffordshire County Council on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified legal professional with strong experience in providing high-quality legal advice, managing complex legal work, and supporting public sector services.
About the Role:
As a Senior Solicitor, you'll provide expert legal advice and support to Staffordshire County Council. You'll manage legal caseloads, undertake research and drafting, and work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of legal services in line with legislation, policies, and professional standards.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Providing high-quality legal advice and support to Staffordshire County Council
- Managing and delivering legal work within agreed deadlines and service standards
- Undertaking legal research, drafting, and case preparation
- Providing guidance and support to colleagues and relevant stakeholders
- Maintaining accurate legal records and documentation
- Communicating effectively with internal teams, external partners, and service users
- Supporting the supervision and development of junior team members where required
- Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and professional standards
What We're Looking For:
We're looking for a proactive, organised, and experienced Solicitor with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality legal advice in a professional environment.
You'll ideally have:
- Qualified Solicitor status with relevant professional experience
- Strong knowledge of legal processes and procedures
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Good organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Experience providing legal advice within a professional environment
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Experience working within a local authority or public sector legal team (desirable)
- Previous experience supervising or supporting other legal professionals (desirable)
- Familiarity with Staffordshire County Council policies and procedures (desirable)
Why Apply:
- Opportunity to work with Staffordshire County Council's legal services team
- Senior-level legal role with responsibility for delivering quality legal support
- Gain valuable experience within a public sector environment
- Competitive hourly pay rate
- Ongoing agency support throughout your assignment
Benefits:
- Weekly Pay
- Company Pension
- Ongoing Agency Support
- Temp-to-Perm Opportunities
Additional Information:
Target Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 2+ Months
Hours per Week: 36
Location: Tipping Street, ST16 2DH, United Kingdom
Rate: £20.06 per hour (PAYE)
Job Reference: 5301371
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: £26.06 per hour
Application question(s):
- Are all required licences, qualifications, and professional registrations available for verification?
Experience:
- legal advisor: 1 year (required)
- Solicitor: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
