Civil Litigation Lawyer - Peterborough City Council

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Civil Litigation Lawyer - Peterborough City Council

Join an Established Team | Shape Housing & Social Care Law | Balanced Caseload

Are you looking for a rewarding litigation role with a stable, experienced team? Join Peterborough City Council's well-established Civil Litigation team and play a vital role in defending the Council's interests while ensuring access to essential services for vulnerable residents.

Your Practice

As part of our close-knit litigation team, you'll manage a diverse and intellectually stimulating caseload that makes a real difference to people's lives :

• Judicial Review expertise – Handle challenging JR cases, particularly in housing, homelessness, and adult social care
• Varied civil litigation – From contract disputes to regulatory matters, you'll never be bored with the breadth of work
• Balanced court attendance – Approximately once monthly, giving you the best of both worlds – advocacy experience without overwhelming court commitments
• Strategic impact – Your advice shapes how the Council delivers crucial services to residents who need them most

What You'll Do

Why You'll Love Working Here

Experienced, Stable Team : Join colleagues who've built their careers here – benefit from their deep knowledge and institutional memory while contributing your own expertise

Collaborative Culture : We're genuine team players who support each other. No silos, no politics – just experienced professionals working together to deliver excellent legal services

Meaningful Work : Your expertise directly protects vulnerable residents' access to housing and social care services. Every case matters.

Perfect Work-Life Balance : Hybrid working with just 2 days in our well-connected offices. Excellent transport links make your commute stress-free.

Professional Growth : Learn from seasoned practitioners while developing your own specialisms in areas that are increasingly important in local government

What We're Looking For

Your Rewards

Competitive Salary : £53,895 - £59,516 reflecting your experience and expertise

Comprehensive Benefits : Local Government Pension Scheme, car leasing scheme, and more Flexible Working : Hybrid model with excellent office facilities and transport connections

Job Security : Permanent role with a stable employer and established team

Professional Development : Strong CPD support and opportunities to develop specialist expertise

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're a skilled litigator looking for a role that combines intellectual challenge with genuine job satisfaction, we'd love to hear from you. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your development is supported, and your work makes a real difference.

Apply now and become part of Peterborough City Council's trusted litigation team. Feel free to contact Nik Stoate at Venn Group with any queries at nstoate@venngroup.com

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Legal

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Government Administration, Legal Services, and Law Practice

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