1. To undertake all work including, inter alia, the settling of pleadings, preparation for hearings, provision of advice and representation of the Council in all courts, Tribunals and Inquiries as required by the Senior Lawyer, to the appropriate professional standards.

2. To provide advice to the Council on changes in legislation and case law that may have an impact on the Council and to keep up to date with new and proposed legislation, new cases and other developments, which may have an impact on the

3. To liaise with professional bodies, research institutions, Counsel, the Council''s Chief Officers, elected members and other external organisations as required from time to time.

4. To undertake tasks and projects as allocated by the Senior Lawyer in accordance with instructions.

5. To maintain effective relationships with client

6. To assist in the development of and to operate and be conversant with all information technology systems used for the work of the

7. To ensure that performance targets set by the Senior Lawyer are

8. To undertake any other duties that may be required to meet the exigencies of the service and these may be varied from time to time to meet the needs of the

9. To carry out the duties of the post with regard to the Council''s Equal Opportunities Policies and Anti-Racist Strategies. To undergo such training as may be required in respect of these

10. To carry out all duties in accordance with the Council''s Policies, Standing Orders, Codes of Practice, and Financial Regulations and undergo such training as may be

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11. To provide legal advice to Committees, sub-committees and working parties and to write reports to such bodies or provide legal advice on such reports as required by the Senior Lawyer from time to

12. To participate as directed by the Senior/Principal Lawyer in the recruitment of

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13. To demonstrate substantial experience of legal work within the post holder''s area of responsibility and ability to demonstrate significant specialism or depth of knowledge in a particular

14. To make a professional evaluation of all legal aspects with minimal supervision and guidance.

15. To present complex arguments before courts, tribunals, committees or sub-committees effectively.

16. To liaise effectively with clients and instil confidence and trust in respect of service provision.

17. When required, to supervise Trainees and other staff who may be assigned to the team from time to

To represent Legal Services on Corporate projects and initiatives involving both legal and policy work at a senior level as required from time to time