Solicitor - Civil and Criminal Litigation at East Sussex County Council

Lewes, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Sep, 26

Salary

63598.0

Posted On

08 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Civil Litigation, Criminal Litigation, Legal Advice, Case Work, Advocacy, Judicial Reviews, Inquests, Trading Standards Prosecutions, Education Prosecutions, Legal Drafting, Staff Management, Oral Communication, Written Communication

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Do you have a proven track record of working in a busy and dynamic environment, providing legal advice and conducting case work in relation to civil and criminal litigation and do you want to work in a friendly and supportive environment? If so, apply now for this Litigation Solicitor post. 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: * Significant knowledge/specialism 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 draft complex and unusual documentation and to deal with complicated and multifaced issues * Experience of managing staff * Ability to undertake advocacy Please download the Job Description and Person Specification [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/cs/groups/public/documents/document/yta5/mjg4/~edisp/ucmfa09288549.docx] for more information. 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 [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/10005] and our statement on the use of AI [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/23001]. Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams unless you request an in-person interview. Interviews will be taking place on week commencing 29 June 2026. 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 [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/10009] 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 Robert.Freeman@eastsussex.gov.uk [Robert.Freeman@eastsussex.gov.uk] For a team that supports you, choose East Sussex! Additional Information Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only. If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) [https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas]. If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

Responsibilities

The role involves providing legal advice and conducting casework across a wide range of civil and criminal matters. Key duties include handling judicial reviews, inquests, and various prosecutions, as well as potentially undertaking advocacy.