Solicitors – Litigation and Advice

Solicitors – Litigation and Advice

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Organising Institution / Firm

14 September 2026

Kilmarnock, Scotland, United Kingdom

£43,589 - £56,329 per year

LLB in Scots Law or Law Society of Scotland equivalent; Diploma in Legal Practice; Unrestricted Practising Certificate from the Law Society of Scotland.

Jobs

Contextual Overview

East Ayrshire Council is seeking two qualified solicitors to join its in-house Litigation and Advice Team based in Kilmarnock. This role involves providing legal support across various council functions, including Planning, Employment, Social Work, and Housing Law.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Possession of an LLB in Scots Law or Law Society of Scotland equivalent.
• Completion of the Diploma in Legal Practice.
• Must hold an unrestricted Practising Certificate from the Law Society of Scotland.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Represent the Council in all litigation matters.
• Provide legal advice and support to Council Committees and Service Units.
• Assist in the delivery of objectives identified within the Council’s Governance Services Plan and Community Plan.
• Develop legal skills in advocacy and substantive areas of law.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Salary: £43,589 - £56,329 per annum (starting salary commensurate with experience).

Application Procedure & Required Documents

Deadline: 14 September 2026.

For specific inquiries regarding the role, contact Richard Crawford (Team Leader – Litigation and Advice) at .

FAQs

• What is the workstyle for this position? The role is flexible, with 50-79% of the time required to be office-based at Council Headquarters, Kilmarnock.
• What are the standard working hours? 35 hours per week: 9am-5pm (Monday-Thursday) and 9am-4pm (Friday).

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