Position Overview
This is a fantastic opportunity to join Wiltshire Council in a newly created role reporting directly to the Head of Legal Services. Positioned at the heart of decision‑making, you will play a key role in supporting the Monitoring Officer and Deputy Monitoring Officer on governance, democracy, and public law matters.
Ideally suited to a newly qualified solicitor, or an experienced solicitor seeking a move into a new specialism, this role offers the chance to develop expertise in Local Authority governance within a supportive and forward‑thinking legal team. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits on our careers page – https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/.
Responsibilities
- Working closely with officers, elected members, and legal colleagues to contribute to robust governance arrangements, high‑quality decision‑making, and the Council’s compliance with its statutory obligations.
- Applying strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to deliver practical legal solutions while maintaining the highest professional and regulatory standards.
- Managing a varied caseload, providing high‑quality, well‑researched legal advice to client departments, ensuring matters progress efficiently and stakeholders are kept informed.
- Advising on member standards, engaging with administrative law issues, and advising and attending formal meetings and committees of the council where appropriate.
Qualifications
- Newly qualified solicitor or an experienced solicitor seeking a move into a new specialism.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills, and the ability to prioritise effectively.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Benefits
- 15% market supplement payment, subject to annual review.
- Hybrid working model: office staff on site for at least half of their hours; community‑based staff with at least half of their admin time in a workplace; customer‑facing roles entirely from their service location.
- Collaborative environment that values growth, quality and innovation, offering a platform to build a rewarding career in local government law.
- Culture that promotes inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, with support for diversity and non‑discrimination.
Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. This role is Disability Confident.
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