Trainee Solicitor, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis - FIXED TERM

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Trainee Solicitor, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis
37 hours per week, Fixed Term Position of 2 years
£35,673 to £39,493 per annum (inclusive of £2,472 Distant Islands Allowance per annum)

As a Trainee Solicitor, you will assist in the proper and expeditious dispatch of the legal business of the Comhairle by carrying out the following, all with a view to obtaining sufficient skills and experience so as to qualify as a Solicitor -

• Assisting with the provision of advice to the Comhairle through its Committees and Sub-Committees.
• Assisting with the implementation of the appropriate decisions of the Comhairle.
• Assisting with the provision of advice and assistance to Departments of the Comhairle.
• Representing the Comhairle in the Courts, Tribunals and other hearings.
• Assisting with the provision of advice to External Bodies.

You will have a good knowledge of general principles of Scots Law. You must have excellent communication skills, the ability to solve problems and the ability to prioritise work load and work under pressure. Both Team working and the ability to work on your own initiative are essential.

It is essential that you have a valid Scottish Diploma in Professional Legal Practice.

An interest in litigation, and willingness to apply to the Law Society of Scotland for early admission to the Roll for the purpose of representing the Comhairle in Court is required.

This post is for a fixed term period of two years. Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance.

Please see attached 'Job Description & Person Specification ' for further information.

Closing Date: Monday 23 September 2024