Solicitor - Governance

Job Description

Join our Legal Services team as a Solicitor and work on a varied, interesting caseload that makes a real difference to the organisation and the communities we serve. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment where professional judgement is valued and development is actively encouraged. This is an excellent opportunity to build your expertise, work with experienced colleagues, and contribute to high-quality, trusted legal advice.

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.

Informal enquiries to: Lauren Cowie - 01467 534938

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Requirements

This post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

This is a Politically Restricted position as identified by the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Further information on restrictions as a result of this designation is available here.  

This post has a minimum requirement of two references, one of which must be your current or most recent employer.