5 Legal jobs in Skipton, North Yorkshire

Trainee Solicitor

CAPTION: Job details

• Posting date: 20 May 2025


• Salary: £28,163 to £30,559 per year


• Hours: Full time


• Closing date: 29 May 2025


• Location: North Yorkshire, Yorkshire And The Humber


• Remote working: Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week


• Company: North Yorkshire Council


• Job type: Contract


• Job reference:

Summary

Trainee Solicitor

Trainee Solicitor - 2 posts available

• Grade: G


• Salary: £28,163 - 30,559 per annum


• Contract: 2 year Fixed Term Contract


• Hours: 37hrs


• Locations: Flexibility over agreeing which one of our Council Office locations the role is based from, but there will be a requirement to attend and work from various office locations across North Yorkshire

The Council is looking for applications for Trainee Solicitors who are interested in working for Local Government. We are looking for individuals with enthusiasm, can do attitude, a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn and a commitment to the profession.

The role of the Legal Service is to support the Council by providing a comprehensive and efficient legal service to the Council's Directorates, Committees and Members, and external clients. The nature of the work requires a flexible and versatile approach as it will change from time to time in response to the changing needs of the Council, and its developing initiatives. You will have the opportunity to work across a range of legal areas which may include Major Projects, Commercial contracts, Childrens and Adults Services, Employment, Education, Litigation, Regulatory Services, Property, Planning and Environment.

To be successful you must:

• Hold a degree and have successfully completed the Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice or SQE exams


• Have awareness and knowledge of Equality, and Health and Safety legislations


• Be able to demonstrate experience of working on own initiative


• Have the ability to interact positively with colleagues and clients

As an organisation we strongly believe in promoting a work life balance, with flexible working opportunities and modern technology you will be able to deliver your role to suit both your personal and our business needs.

In return for your hard work and dedication to our service, we can offer you the chance to be part of a strong and supportive team. We offer exceptional company benefits such as salary sacrifice schemes, professional qualifications and green car schemes.

You will also benefit from a variety of competitive employee rewards such as generous leave entitlement and local government pension scheme. We also offer exceptional salary sacrifice schemes as well as discounted retail offers, health schemes to name but a few. More information is found in our Total Rewards Brochure.

If you are interested in playing a key part in our Legal team and would like to have an informal conversation, please contact Catriona Gatrell or Nigel McCloy.

Key dates:

• Closing date: Thursday 29th May 2025


• Interview date: Week Commencing 2 June 2025

NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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The Council is looking for applications for Trainee Solicitors who are interested in working for Local Government. We are looking for individuals with enthusiasm, can do attitude, a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn and a commitment to the profession.

The role of the Legal Service is to support the Council by providing a comprehensive and efficient legal service to the Council's Directorates, Committees and Members, and external clients. The nature of the work requires a flexible and versatile approach as it will change from time to time in response to the changing needs of the Council, and its developing initiatives. You will have the opportunity to work across a range of legal areas which may include Major Projects, Commercial contracts, Childrens and Adults Services , Employment, Education, Litigation ,Regulatory Services, Property, Planning and Environment.

To be successful you must:

· Hold a degree and have successfully completed the Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice or SQE exams

· Have awareness and knowledge of Equality, and Health and Safety legislations:

· Be able to demonstrate experience of working on own initiative

· Have the ability to interact positively with colleagues and clients

As an organisation we strongly believe in promoting a work life balance, with flexible working opportunities and modern technology you will be able to deliver your role to suit both your personal and our business needs.

In return for your hard work and dedication to our service, we can offer you the chance to be part of a strong and supportive team. We offer exceptional company benefits such as salary sacrifice schemes, professional qualifications and green car schemes.

You will also benefit from a variety of competitive employee rewards such as generous leave entitlement and local government pension scheme. We also offer exceptional salary sacrifice schemes as well as discounted retail offers, health schemes to name but a few. More information is found in our Total Rewards Brochure.