Principal Lawyer & Advocacy Leader - Public Sector

Reading Borough Council is seeking a highly experienced Principal Lawyer to lead its Advocacy Team within the Berkshire Joint Legal Team. You will provide expert legal advice on complex, high-risk matters, oversee advocacy across proceedings, and support the Council to meet legal obligations and corporate priorities.

You will lead, develop and motivate a team of lawyers and paralegals, act as a senior adviser to officers and elected Members, and contribute to strategic legal planning, governance