£64,317 - £66,651 per annum

Croydon is London's second largest borough-full of brilliant and diverse people, businesses, and places. As a council we're going through tremendous change radically reshaping and renewing our organisation as a result of financial challenges. We are essentially building a brand new council - one that is focused on getting things right for its residents, while delivering very differently and within a sustainable financial envelope. 
 
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking for a new and exciting role. Ideally you will have local government experience, but we also welcome applications from those who come from the private sector. We are looking for a full time Principal Lawyer to join our Commercial, Property & Planning legal team and play a key leading role in the successful delivery of quality legal services to the Council. The successful candidate will be responsible for a varied and intellectually challenging caseload and be responsible for managing the Commercial, Property & Planning legal team. The ideal candidate will have the expertise to work across disciplines in contracts, procurement, property, planning, projects, and local government law.
 
You will be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive (CILEX), with 6 years PQE or a minimum of 5 years PQE and hold the Law Society Diploma in Local Government Law (or similar relevant qualification). The grade is based on level of experience.
 
Croydon Council is a hybrid working organisation and supports flexible and remote working.