Principal Solicitor - Contracts, Procurement & Data Protection
Salary: £49,282 - £52,413 per annum
Contact: Melissa.ross@conwy.gov.uk
Job Description:
Are you an experienced Solicitor or Barrister looking for an opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects that make a real difference to local communities?
Conwy County Borough Council is seeking a talented and motivated Principal Solicitor to join our Legal Services team. This is an excellent opportunity to take a leading role in providing expert legal advice to officers, senior leaders and elected members on a diverse range of commercial, procurement and data protection matters, supporting the delivery of key Council priorities and services.
No two days are the same, and you'll have the opportunity to work on varied and interesting projects that directly support the delivery of services across Conwy.
About You We are looking for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister with experience in one or more of the following areas of law:
• Contracts and Partnership/Collaborative working arrangements
• Procurement
• Data protection
Why Join Conwy? At Conwy, you'll be part of a supportive and professional Legal Service that values collaboration, innovation and continuous development. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, valued and able to be themselves.
We also offer
:• Generous holiday entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounts and cashback at local high street shops
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc.
• Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career while working on challenging and rewarding legal work that has a real impact on the residents and communities of Conwy.
Interested? If you're looking for a role where your expertise can make a meaningful difference and where you'll be trusted to provide strategic legal advice across a wide range of significant matters, we'd love to hear from you.
To find out more please contact Melissa Ross, Team Leader for an informal chat on 01492 576108 or by email Melissa.ross@conwy.gov.uk Join us and help shape the future of Conwy.
This role offers flexible working options for a work life balance. This can include adjusting your working day and hybrid working, ie a balance of office and home working.
Manager details for informal discussion: Melissa Ross, Team Leader - Property Planning & Highways (Melissa.ross@conwy.gov.uk / 01492 576108 )