Solicitor

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in North Warwickshire for a Solicitor with experience in general local government law or planning law. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive legal team delivering a high-quality and responsive legal service to elected Members and Council Officers.

The role offers a hybrid working arrangement and the chance to work across a varied caseload within a busy local authority environment.

Job Title: Solicitor (General / Planning)
Location: North Warwickshire (Hybrid Working)
Contract: 5 Months (with potential to extend)
Hours: Full Time
Rate: £50–£55 per hour (Umbrella, DOE)
PAYE (Inc.Hol) - £44.50 - £48.89 per hour
 
Key Responsibilities as a Solicitor:

• Provide legal advice across a broad spectrum of local government matters, including planning, procurement, housing, data protection, and freedom of information
• Manage and conduct criminal litigation, including preparing cases and representing the Council in the Magistrates’ Court
• Handle civil litigation matters, including progressing cases in the County Court and High Court
• Offer legal guidance on licensing matters, including those under the Licensing Act 2003

 
About you as a Solicitor:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with experience in Governance Law or Planning Law.
• Experience in Drafting, review, and advise on contracts relating to goods, services, works, and data/software agreements
• Able to deliver clear and practical legal advice to internal stakeholders across the Council

 
Benefits:

• Hybrid Working
• Flexible Hours
• Weekly Pay

 
If you or someone that you know would be interested in applying to the Solicitor vacancy, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Aanisah Khan via email, Aanisah.Khan@servicecare.org.uk, or via phone at 01772208969

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £200.