Calderdale Council is seeking motivated Solicitors to join its established and dynamic Legal Services team.

Discover a role in Legal Services at Calderdale Council

You will provide high quality legal advice and support across specific practice areas, ensuring compliance with relevant legislative requirements and the Council’s own policies.

You will be a qualified solicitor with a current practising certificate, ideally with post-qualification experience in your chosen role. You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to manage a diverse and demanding caseload.

Calderdale will reimburse the post holders required professional membership, annually.

We may utilise digital interview methods.

As part of our Vision, we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities for both full and part time staff.

On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.

For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.

We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date, an early submission is advised.

Closing date: 8 October 2024
Interview date: 16 October 2024

For further information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire/Apply' button below.