Prosecutions Solicitor – Local Council | East of England | Part-Time | 3-Month Rolling Contract | Fully Remote (One Day Court Attendance Per Week)
A local council in the East of England is seeking an experienced Prosecutions Solicitor to join their legal team on a part-time basis. This is a 3-month rolling contract offering a competitive rate and fully remote working, except for one day per week of court attendance.
Role Overview
This role is ideal for a qualified solicitor with experience in criminal and regulatory prosecutions, looking for a flexible part-time opportunity within local government. The successful candidate will handle a varied caseload, provide legal advice, and represent the council in court proceedings.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct prosecutions for a range of regulatory matters, including environmental, trading standards, and licensing offences
- Provide legal advice on enforcement actions and statutory compliance
- Prepare case files, evidence, and witness statements for legal proceedings
- Attend court once per week to represent the council in magistrates' and Crown Court hearings
- Work collaboratively with internal departments and external agencies
Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with experience in prosecutions
- Strong knowledge of criminal procedure, local government law, and regulatory enforcement
- Experience in case preparation, legal drafting, and advocacy
- Ability to manage a varied caseload independently while working remotely
- Prior experience in local government or regulatory bodies is desirable
Why Apply?
- Part-time flexibility – ideal for work-life balance
- Fully remote role except for one court appearance per week
- 3-month rolling contract with potential for extension
- Competitive daily rate – excellent earning potential
- Work on high-profile local authority cases
If you are a prosecutions solicitor looking for a flexible part-time role within local government, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact us for more details.
pat.mckeown@vividresourcing.com
0161 470 5505
