Litigation Lawyer
Surrey County Council
📍 Hybrid / Remote Working Available
📌 Reigate, Surrey | Occasional Court Attendance
⏰ Full Time (36 hours) or Minimum 28 Hours per Week
💷 Competitive Hourly Rate
Join a Highly Regarded In-House Legal Team
Surrey County Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Litigation Lawyer to join our supportive and forward-thinking legal team.
This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a diverse and complex litigation caseload while working within a collaborative environment that values professional development, teamwork and high-quality legal practice. You will play a key role in supporting the Council by providing practical, solutions-focused legal advice on a broad range of contentious matters that make a real impact across local government services.
The Role
As a Litigation Lawyer, you will have conduct of a varied and challenging caseload covering all non insurance related litigation and disputes involving the Council.
Your work will include:
Managing a complex caseload of litigation matters from inception through to resolution
Handling debt recovery matters, particularly in relation to adult social care fees
Advising on property disputes and commercial litigation matters
Managing a variety of other contentious and civil litigation cases affecting the Council
Providing clear, pragmatic and solutions-focused legal advice to clients across the organisation
Drafting instructions and briefs to Counsel
Representing the Council through advocacy where appropriate, or working closely with external Counsel
Leading and contributing to client meetings and project discussions
Advising Members, senior officers and stakeholders on litigation matters
Managing competing priorities while ensuring statutory and client deadlines are met
Delivering exceptional client care and maintaining strong working relationships across the Council
About You
We are looking for an experienced Litigation Lawyer who can demonstrate:
Significant experience handling a varied litigation caseload
Strong knowledge of civil litigation and dispute resolution
Experience of debt recovery, property disputes and commercial litigation matters
The ability to quickly understand and advise on unfamiliar areas of law when required
Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills
Strong organisational abilities and effective case management skills
A proactive and flexible approach with the ability to work independently and use initiative
Advocacy experience, or a willingness to undertake advocacy as part of the role
Experience working within local government would be advantageous but is not essential
Working Arrangements
We offer flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
The successful candidate will be required to collect their laptop from Woodhatch Place, Reigate on their first day.
Fully remote working will be considered.
However, occasional attendance at Council offices and Court hearings is preferred to support effective service delivery and team collaboration.
Why Join Surrey County Council?
✅ Varied and intellectually stimulating caseload
✅ Flexible working options, including remote working opportunities
✅ Supportive and collaborative team environment
✅ Opportunity to work on high-profile and complex local government matters
✅ Career-enhancing experience within a large and respected local authority
✅ Meaningful work that supports residents and services across Surrey
If you are an experienced Litigation Lawyer looking for a rewarding opportunity where your expertise can make a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape positive outcomes for Surrey County Council and the communities it serves.
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