Litigation Solicitor

Job Details

Salary: £45,848 - £48,036 per annum (inclusive of 15% market supplement)

Hours: 37 hours per week

Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 29 July 2026

Role Overview

Are you a recently qualified solicitor or barrister? Whether you have just completed your training or gained some post qualification experience as a Paralegal, and want to engage with a diverse range of cases, this could be the next role for you.

In this role you will open doors to continuous development through invaluable learning opportunities within our team, making the most of your experienced colleagues. As the legal foundation for different Council teams, you will play a crucial role in providing legal insights across an engaging blend of cases. We pride ourselves on a positive, collaborative culture where knowledge sharing, mentoring, and mutual support are strongly encouraged.

The position is based primarily at County Hall in Trowbridge. It offers hybrid working arrangements to ensure the right equilibrium for you and the service, and there may be occasions when you need to attend court in person.

Extensive experience is not a requirement - we are interested in potential. If you're adept at research, analysis, and communication, coupled with strong interpersonal and organisational skills, you are exactly the person we're seeking. This includes applications from candidates who are in the process of completing their qualifying work experience and SQE qualifications as a Solicitor, or those scheduled to qualify within the next six months.

This position comes with a 15% market supplement payment. All market supplement payments are subject to review on an annual basis.

Benefits

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a "One Council" ethos.

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours; community based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace; and customer facing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and identity.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.