Solicitor

3 months contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Manage a varied caseload of complex legal matters with minimal supervision.
  


• Provide clear, accurate, and practical legal advice to clients.
  


• Conduct legal proceedings, including attendance at courts, tribunals, hearings, and inquiries.
  


• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, agreements, and pleadings.
  


• Undertake legal research to support casework and ongoing projects.
  


• Ensure all work is completed efficiently, accurately, and within deadlines.
  


• Keep senior colleagues informed of progress, risks, and key developments.
  

Essential Experience Required

• Minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) in a relevant legal area.
  


• Experience handling complex legal matters within a specialist field.
  


• Proven ability to manage a high-volume and diverse caseload.
  


• Strong track record of working to tight deadlines and prioritizing workloads effectively.
  


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  


• Experience supporting or supervising junior staff (desirable).
  

Essential Qualifications Required

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx).
  


• Relevant legal training and professional certification.
  

Additional Information

• Working hours: 40 hours per week.
  


• Location: Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7AT, United Kingdom.
  


• We work on a bi-weekly schedule.
  


• The role closes on 4th June 2026, apply ASAP.