Are you an experienced litigation lawyer looking for a new challenge? Could you lead our Litigation team and make a significant impact in York.

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated solicitor, barrister or a suitably qualified fellow of the institute of legal executives (one who has specific authorisation to undertake reserved legal activity), to join our friendly and experienced litigation team.

You will be the senior practitioner in the litigation team helping to ensure effective and efficient conduct of civil and criminal proceedings in tribunals and the civil and criminal courts. Supported by our Court Business Partner, you will supervise staff within the litigation team and will have some formal line management responsibility although no previous management experience is necessary.

You would be expected to have the experience and knowledge to manage a complex case load of housing related matters including possession proceedings, injunctions, debt recovery, anti-social behaviour and disrepair.

You may also be required on occasion to advise on other matters within the wider litigation team including criminal litigation.

Our team is creative and innovative and enjoys the opportunity to work on a broad range of public law issues which directly impact the community we serve. If you are motivated to use your legal skills in this dynamic sector we would love to hear from you.

This role is suitable as a job share opportunity.

This post is deemed as politically restricted. As designated politically restricted officers, employees will not be allowed to undertake certain activities. Please refer to the guidance attached for further information.

Hybrid working arrangements are available for this role. Each role at CYC is different and your working arrangements will be determined based on the requirements of the role and in collaboration with you and your needs as part of the recruitment process. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team.

Please note, we do not have a sponsorship licence to sponsor individuals for visas to work in the UK, therefore we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

The Council is committed to investing in the talent and wellbeing of our staff and can offer a generous annual leave allowance, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, comprehensive Health & Wellbeing initiatives and a reward package which recognises your contribution. We can offer flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, promote continuous Learning & Development. In addition we also offer a growing range of discounts, rewards and savings.

For further information or an informal discussion please contact Philippa Gowland (Business Partner – Legal - Court) at philippa.gowland@york.gov.uk or on 01904 552065.

Closing date: Sunday 2 February 2025 at 12 midnight Interview date: Thursday 13 February 2025