Civil Litigation Lawyer

Venn Group

  • Peterborough
  • £59,516 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
Civil Litigation Lawyer - Peterborough City Council£53,895 - £59,516 + Excellent Benefits | Permanent | Hybrid WorkingJoin an Established Team | Shape Housing & Social Care Law | Balanced CaseloadAre you looking for a rewarding litigation role with a stable, experienced team? Join Peterborough City Council's well-established Civil Litigation team and play a vital role in defending the Council's interests while ensuring access to essential services for vulnerable residents.Your PracticeAs part of our close-knit litigation team, you'll manage a diverse and intellectually stimulating caseload that makes a real difference to people's lives:
  • Judicial Review expertise – Handle challenging JR cases, particularly in housing, homelessness, and adult social care – areas where your work directly impacts vulnerable residents
  • Varied civil litigation – From contract disputes to regulatory matters, you'll never be bored with the breadth of work
  • Balanced court attendance – Approximately once monthly, giving you the best of both worlds – advocacy experience without overwhelming court commitments
  • Strategic impact – Your advice shapes how the Council delivers crucial services to residents who need them most
What You'll Do
  • Provide robust legal advice across the full spectrum of civil litigation matters
  • Manage judicial review proceedings, with particular focus on housing and adult social care challenges
  • Handle homelessness appeals and housing-related disputes
  • Represent the Council in various courts and tribunals
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues across departments to provide timely, practical legal solutions
  • Draft pleadings, witness statements, and complex legal documents
  • Instruct and work alongside external counsel on complex matters
Why You'll Love Working HereExperienced, Stable Team: Join colleagues who've built their careers here – benefit from their deep knowledge and institutional memory while contributing your own expertiseCollaborative Culture: We're genuine team players who support each other. No silos, no politics – just experienced professionals working together to deliver excellent legal servicesMeaningful Work: Your expertise directly protects vulnerable residents' access to housing and social care services. Every case matters.Perfect Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working with just 2 days in our well-connected offices. Excellent transport links make your commute stress-free.Professional Growth: Learn from seasoned practitioners while developing your own specialisms in areas that are increasingly important in local governmentWhat We're Looking For
  • Qualified Solicitor with current practicing certificate, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEx
  • Strong civil litigation experience with proven track record of case management
  • Experience in judicial review proceedings and public law matters
  • Knowledge of housing law, homelessness legislation, or adult social care law (desirable)
  • Excellent advocacy skills and confidence in court/tribunal settings
  • Team player mentality with strong collaborative instincts
  • Ability to provide clear, practical advice to non-legal colleagues
Your RewardsCompetitive Salary: £53,895 - £59,516 reflecting your experience and expertise Comprehensive Benefits: Local Government Pension Scheme, car leasi

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