Solicitor (Grade 9)

Job Advert: Solicitor (Grade 9) – Legal

Location: Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent
Employment Type: Temporary (12 Weeks)
Start Date: 10 November 2025
Number of Roles: 1
Hours: 37 hours per week (flexible working arrangements may be considered)
Salary: PAYE: £22.65 per hour | Umbrella: £29.03 per hour

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Are you a qualified Solicitor seeking a rewarding temporary opportunity within local government?

Network Recruitment Wales is seeking a skilled and motivated Solicitor (Grade 9) to join the Legal Team in Ebbw Vale for a 12-week assignment, providing essential cover within a busy and supportive environment.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the effective delivery of legal services, with a focus on regulatory prosecutions and advice, primarily in the Magistrates’ Court, and to provide expert support to Planning and Licensing Committees.

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What You’ll Do:

• Conduct and manage regulatory prosecutions and provide clear legal advice in connection with such cases.
• Advise and support Planning and Licensing Committees, ensuring legal compliance and robust decision-making.
• Prepare and present cases before the Magistrates’ Court and other relevant legal forums.
• Draft and review legal documents, reports, and correspondence to a high professional standard.
• Liaise with internal departments, external agencies, and partner organisations as required.
• (Desirable) Provide legal support to Adult Social Services where appropriate.

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What We’re Looking For:

• A qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate (England and Wales).
• Experience in regulatory law, local government, or public sector legal services.
• Knowledge of planning, licensing, and prosecution procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong advocacy experience.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload, prioritise competing deadlines, and work with minimal supervision.
• Strong professional ethics and commitment to public service values.

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Essential Requirements:

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Submission of an up-to-date CV and Criminal Convictions Declaration at application stage.
• On offer acceptance:
  
  • Signed Confidentiality Agreement
  • 2 years’ references/work history

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Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience within a high-performing Legal Team, contributing to the effective governance and regulatory framework of Blaenau Gwent. You’ll be working within a collaborative environment where your professional skills and judgement will make a real difference to the local community.

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How to Apply:

Ready to take on this exciting challenge? Submit your CV and required documents to Network Recruitment Wales today.
📞 Contact us: 01443 230222
🌐 Visit: https://www.networkrecruitmentwales.co.uk/nrw-people/