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Principal Legal Officer

🏒 Lancashire County Council βœ“ Verified Direct Employer
πŸ“ Preston, North West England, England ⚑ Direct Opportunity πŸ•’ 1 day ago
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πŸ“ Preston, North West England, England
Employment
πŸ’Ό Full-Time Direct
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πŸ›‘οΈ Direct to HR Pipeline
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Role Overview & Responsibilities

Salary £36,298 - £41,496 per annum Pro Rata | Permanent, Full Time, 37 hours per week | County Hall |

An opportunity has arisen to join Lancashire's Legal Litigation team. The team deals with all compensation claims against the council up to a value of £1,000,000 as well as providing other general litigation advice to internal services.

Please refer to the job description and personal specification for further information regarding the scope of work and responsibilities for the post. Please ensure you address all the criteria from the person specification in your supporting evidence. Some criteria will also be addressed further at the interview stage.

All successful applicants will need to have been admitted as a Solicitor or called to the Bar or be a Chartered Legal Executive or be able to demonstrate significant vocational experience.

Council employees work on a hybrid basis. The post is based at County Hall, Preston, but employees have the ability and opportunity to work from home.

Please ensure you have uploaded and attached your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

Job Description & Person Specification

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This position is based in Preston, North West England, England with potential relocation and visa sponsorship considerations for qualified candidates.

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