Solicitor – Corporate and Commercial

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About the Role Solicitor – Corporate and Commercial (Permanent, Full Time, 37 hours per week) £48,897 to £57,526 per annum plus benefits. Location: Chelmsford. Working Style: Anywhere worker. Closing Date: 25 March 2026. Join Essex County Council’s Legal Team – Make a Real Impact in Public Law We are looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with a strong interest in working in-house to contribute to the ongoing development of the business and build excellent working relationships with our clients. Essex Legal Services provides high‑quality, professional legal advice across the council and increasingly to external clients, delivering a client‑facing service that proactively embraces change and delights the customer. What We’re Looking For
Qualified Solicitors, Barristers or Legal Executives with a current practising certificate and a strong interest in working in‑house. Expertise in contract, corporate and commercial law. Strong communication and relationship‑building skills; able to provide clear advice on complex issues and build trusted relationships across a large, politically sensitive organisation. Outcome‑focused professionals who understand client needs and drive productivity and efficiency improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Provide timely, accurate legal advice across the Council and to external clients. Act as a legal practitioner and advocate, offering specialist consultation and support. Constructively challenge and influence decision‑making to achieve the best outcomes. Build strong working relationships with internal teams, external stakeholders and other local authorities. Deliver against business plans aligned with the Council’s strategic vision.
Why You’ll Love Working with Us
Flexible work arrangements: Hybrid options that allow you to work from home and collaborate in‑person at our Chelmsford offices. Generous time off: 27 days of holiday (increasing with service) plus 8 bank holidays and up to 4 paid volunteer days per year. Secure your future with the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Professional growth: we cover approved professional fees to support your career development. Comprehensive employee benefits, including support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements for carers’ needs.
As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment, covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents. We are committed to transformational change, delivering better quality at lower cost, and fostering innovation in the public sector. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and stand ready to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements under our Job Interview Scheme. We also welcome all veterans and care leavers who meet the minimum requirements of this role. If you require reasonable adjustments during the process, please speak to our recruiters. Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults is integral to our operations. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Pay and Reward | Our Ways of Working | About Us | Organisation Behaviours
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Job Type:
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