Our Local Authority client based in Wiltshire, is currently recruiting for a Criminal Litigation Lawyer to join the team on a locum basis, for 3-months initially.

The position is due to start immediately on a part-time basis for 22-hours a week, and the hourly rate is negotiable subject to PQE.

The role offers remote working, with Court attendance required in Wiltshire.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Providing high quality legal advice and competently managing a caseload of criminal matters and prosecutions, including food safety, Health & Safety, trading standards, licensing, prosecutions and education
• Advising on any matters regulatory matters, legal and policy related issues
• Drafting, negotiating and completing complex legal documentation
• Representing the Council as required at Courts and Tribunals
• Supporting with informal supervision of junior staff members as required

Rewards and Benefits:

• Remote working

Working hours:

• 22-hours per week

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.