Litigation and Employment Lawyer

Company: Croydon Council

Location: London

Posted: May 5th, 2026

Litigation and Employment Lawyer

Salary range: Grade 12-16 £50,085 - £62,766 p.a. plus fantastic benefits.

Contract: Permanent. Hours of work: 36 hours per week. Location: Croydon.

Croydon Council is a hybrid working organisation and supports flexible and remote working. This role has minimum office attendance requirements.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will manage a varied and intellectually challenging caseload, working across all areas of Employment, Litigation and Local Government Law, including significant experience managing high value and complex matters.

The ideal candidate will have experience of advocacy and a proven track record of building and sustaining effective relationships with directorates and senior leadership.

Qualifications

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive (CILEX) with significant experience in Employment, Litigation & Local Government Law. Experience in local government is desirable, but we welcome applicants from the private sector with relevant experience.

Benefits

Hybrid working, flexible and remote working support, minimum office attendance, and a competitive salary package.

Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Statement

Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role. Croydon Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check, if the role requires one.

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