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Prosecutions Solicitor

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Salary:

55.00 - 60.00 GBP / Hour

Job Description:

Interim criminal prosecutions lawyer to join a Council’s legal team. The role is a 6 month rolling contract to cover permanent recruitment.

Requirements:

  • Qualified solicitor or barrister
  • Must be available for full-time hours (compressed arrangements can be considered)
  • Prior local authority experience is required
  • Must have experience prosecuting the following cases: trading standards, fly tipping, enforcement, food hygiene, license breaches
  • Must be able to travel to court in person on a regular basis
  • Candidates will be expected to attend the licensing committee

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 22, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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