Bolton Council have a number of exciting opportunities to join our legal team.

Bolton is a great place to work. We have a strong team of lawyers and the environment is friendly and supportive.  The office is open plan and we all use Iken as a case management system and have access to Lexis Nexis and PLC.  We are a modern and progressive employer, our Lawyers have access to technology that enables them to work flexibly and efficiently. You will have the latest software on your touch screen laptop, allowing you to work remotely and flexibly. We also have an excellent case management system and access to online research facilities. We are based in newly renovated premises in Bolton town centre, with nearby parking and access to rail and bus networks.

As an employer we want to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment, by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits, including discounts and exclusive gym membership prices and salary sacrifice schemes. In addition, we offer a generous annual leave allowance, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, as well as access to employee support services and assistance programmes.

Trainee Solicitor x 2 £23,836 - £26,999  

Fixed Term for 2 years

Closing Date: 29 June 2020

We are looking to recruit two Trainee Solicitors to work in Legal Services. You will spend 12 months in the Social Care Team and 12 months in the Corporate and Environment Team.

In this role you will undertake a 2-year legal training contract, providing a comprehensive legal service to the Council. The training contact will cover at least four areas of law and will meet the requirements of the Solicitors Regulation Authority. You will undertake a variety of work to include drafting, researching, advising, negotiating and acting as an advocate for the Council.

You must hold a Law Degree or equivalent qualification and be in receipt of a Post Graduate Diploma with commendation from the Legal Practice Course. For an informal discussion about the position please contact Sarah Woodall 01204 331120.

For more information about this role and to apply, please see:

https://greater.jobs/search-and-apply/job-details/BN-38385/