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We are seeking a PDP Lawyer to provide clear, practical and high-quality legal advice and representation across a broad range of local authority matters. The ideal candidate will be confident managing a complex caseload, delivering pragmatic legal solutions, and supporting stakeholders across a large public sector organisation. This position sits within a Professional Development Programme designed to support ongoing career progression and skills development.
Job Responsibility:
Providing timely, clear and effective legal advice and representation
Managing a complex caseload with minimal supervision
Undertaking advocacy where required in hearings and proceedings
Advising members, officers, and committees on legal and procedural matters
Drafting, reviewing and interpreting legal documentation, reports and agreements
Supporting Monitoring Officer responsibilities relating to legality and procedural compliance
Managing matters through electronic case management systems within a paper-light environment
Delivering legal guidance and training to internal stakeholders where required
Supporting senior legal colleagues and contributing to wider team objectives
Requirements:
Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEX eligible to practise in England and Wales with a current practising certificate
Experience managing a varied and complex legal caseload independently
Strong drafting, advisory and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret legislation and provide practical legal solutions
Advocacy experience or demonstrable aptitude for advocacy
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Experience working with digital or electronic case management systems
Nice to have:
Experience within local government or public sector legal services
Experience advising governance, committee or regulatory functions
Experience supporting or mentoring junior colleagues
What we offer:
Competitive salary
Hybrid working arrangements
Supportive working environment with genuine flexible working
Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
Exposure to complex, high-impact public sector legal work