Civil Litigation Solicitor

Posted 30 July 2025
Salary 65.76
LocationCardiff CF10 United Kingdom
Job type Full time
Sector Legal / Security / Law
ReferenceRQ1575202

Job description

3 months contract with local authority

The primary responsibility of the post holder is to work as a housing solicitor, providing assistance to a Grade 10 solicitor in matters related to housing and civil litigation. This role involves offering advice on technical areas of law, policy, governance, and the Council’s functions, particularly in housing law and judicial reviews. Additionally, the role includes conducting litigation, representing the Council in court and at tribunals, and handling other legal matters within the Litigation Team.

Duties and Responsibilities

Job Specific Requirements
  1. Support and advise the Housing Directorate on litigation, including judicial reviews.
  2. Attend and advise committees, sub-committees, and other groups as instructed by the Director of Governance and Legal.
  3. Provide general legal advice to Members of the Council, Officers of the Council, and associated bodies, companies, and organizations.
  4. Implement decisions of the Council relating to legal matters as allocated by the Director of Governance and Legal or relevant Operational Manager.
  5. Conduct litigation on behalf of the Council, act as the Council’s advocate before Courts, inquiries, hearings, and tribunals, and prepare legal documents for proceedings.
  6. Handle disputes and complaints and stay updated on legal developments to advise the Council.
  7. Assist in providing a comprehensive legal service to the Council and support senior and junior staff on legal issues.

Corporate Requirements

  1. Actively support the principles and practice of equality of opportunity as stated in the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy.
  2. Take reasonable care for health and safety and comply with all health and safety legislation.
  3. Adhere to the Council’s Corporate Safeguarding Policy and associated policies and procedures, and report concerns regarding the safety and wellbeing of children or adults at risk.
  4. Undertake other duties and/or work as reasonably required, commensurate with the grade or level of responsibility.
  5. Work from various locations as per the needs of the role.


Requirements


  • Relevant legal qualifications and practicing certificate
  • Experience in housing law and civil litigation
  • Strong advocacy skills and ability to represent the Council in legal proceedings
  • Knowledge of statutory and administrative legal tasks
  • Understanding of equality of opportunity principles and health and safety legislation
  • Compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures
  • Flexibility to work from various locations as needed