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Solicitor
Full time/Part-time
Do you want to make a real change to people’s lives?
Do you want a better work/life balance?
Scottish Borders Council is looking for a solicitor to join the Property and Licensing Group in our Legal Team. The team places a strong emphasis on work/life balance and offers flexible working on a hybrid working model. The work is varied, and a high level of responsibility will be given, together with appropriate team support and training.
This is a full-time post, and we would be happy to consider full time, part time and job sharing applications. Applications would also be welcome from those nearing the end of their traineeship.
The post involves working closely with colleagues across many parts of the Council and is an excellent opportunity for candidates with an interest in being an integral part of the Council’s operations. The role will be very varied, and the successful candidate will develop expertise across many areas of law in particular commercial property, licensing and Committee work. There will also be opportunities to gain expertise in commercial contracts, procurement, data protection and freedom of information.
Successful candidates will also gain membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Closing date: 23 September 2024
Informal enquiries can be made to Ron Kirk, Managing Solicitor, on 01835 826764 or Ron.kirk@scotborders.gov.uk or Gillian Sellar, Principal Solicitor on 01835 825158 or Gillian.sellar@scotborders.gov.uk
