£55,119 - £57,362 per annum
About this opportunity
A great opportunity has arisen at Westmorland and Furness Council within our Adults Legal Team for a Senior Lawyer.
To be a success in our Legal Team you will have strong experience in working with and advising upon complex litigation matters within the Court of Protection, be an effective communicator who is comfortable working with and advising at all levels within the Local Authority including Senior Manager and Director levels. You will advise and guide the local authority on a range of legal matters including support on major projects of corporate importance. We recognise that a key skill is adaptability coupled with a collaborative approach to problem solving and we would require you to be able to demonstrate effective time management and prioritisation skills.
The role will require you to work closely with the Group Lawyer in delivering on the Westmorland and Furness Council’s priority areas and you will be required to conduct and advise upon more complex legal cases which may involve the Adults Legal Team.
You will be required to collaborate with other departments within the larger legal team under the auspices of the Business Partner Model to provide the best possible legal support to the Council in the furtherance of major projects.
Other duties will include dealing with a range of matters including providing advice to Officers and Elected Members, attending Council Meetings, Committees and working groups as required.
Who we are looking for…
Delivering the best possible service for the benefit of our residents and clients is important to us, so we are looking for a strong team player with a proven track record of delivering to deadlines, who has effective communication skills and is able to use sound judgement to solve problems.
To thrive in this role, you will be used to working in a busy pressurised environment and will enjoy a challenge. Additionally, good ICT literacy and the ability to use electronic publications for the purpose of legal work and research is critical.
What can we offer you!
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes.
Would you like to find out more?
For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:
If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, then please contact Danielle Walls on danielle.walls@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk.
Application and Interview information
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.
Westmorland and Furness Council are now able to offer sponsorship for Skilled Worker Visa applications for eligible roles. Please note, we cannot guarantee the eligibility of all of our roles.
Safer Recruitment & DBS
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old, that meet the essential criteria for the role.
Closing date: 21 May 2025
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