Senior Lawyer (General)Up to £44,693 per annum (pro rata for part time), depending on Qualifications and ExperienceUp to 37 hours per week, with part time hours consideredWe have a vacancy within thesharedlegal services team and we are looking for anindividualwho can demonstrate that they are keen and highly motivated, with excellent initiative, sound judgment and a flexible approach. You must have good energy, andenthusiasmwith a real desire to join our small but busy in-house team and deal with a wide but interesting range of work.The post will focus on assisting the Director of Legal and Governance and the Head of Legal Services in undertaking all legal work for both Malvern Hills District Council and Wychavon District Council but with particular emphasis on the following areas:- Information Management and in particular Data Protection, Member Conduct and Complaints, Licensing and Local Government Law and Practice. You will also carry a case load of simple/standard s106 agreements.The appointment will be made within the salary range depending upon qualifications and experience. Please see job description and person specification for further details.This post will be based in Pershore, with travel to Malvern as required.About youThe successful candidate will have:Degree Level educationFully mobile with access to transportFlexible and adaptable approach withcommitmentto improving and developing the in-house legal serviceExperience of drafting legal agreements, reports or noticesExperience of working in the public sector is desirable but not essential. You will however need experience and knowledge in at least one of the following areas:Data Protection/General Data Protection RegulationsWorking with councillors and member conduct issues and/or complaintsContracts experiencePlanning experienceLocal Government Law and ProcedureLocal Authority licensingIn addition, the successful candidate will have the following skills:Excellent communication andinterpersonalskillsAbility to express complex issues clearly and accurately, both verbally and in writingAbility to think beyond the pure legal 'text' and find practical solutions to problemsAbility to work to deadlines and within statutory constraintsWhat we can offerOur staff are at the heart of what we do, and as a result we are always looking to recruit, develop and retain the very best talent we canfind. So, as well as a rewarding career, we offer a range of attractive benefits, such as:Excellent pension scheme with employer contributionsGenerous annual leave entitlement with options to purchase additional annual leaveCommittedtraining programme and development opportunitiesOnsite nursery with 20% staff discountDiscounted Gym and swim membershipHealth and Wellbeingsupportand a Free Employee Assistance scheme including access to counselling servicesCycle to Work schemeEmployee Discounts with a range of companies including EE and the Kaarp discount schemeTo discuss the post or for further information, please call Heather Peachey, Head of Legal Services on 01684 862348.Closing date: Sunday 23 February 2025Interview dates: Monday 10 March 2025Please note if we experience a high intake of applications, we may close the role and interview for the position sooner than advertised.
