Locum Civil Litigation Legal Officer
- Location England
- Job type Locum
- Salary £35 - 40 per hour
- Discipline Local Government & Public Sector Legal
- Reference J94693
Locum Civil Litigation Legal Officer
Local Authority – West Midlands
£40 per hour (Umbrella)
Full-Time | 3–6 Month Contract (Likely Extension)
Hybrid Working – 1–2 Days per Week Onsite
A well‑established local authority in the West Midlands is looking to appoint a Locum Civil Litigation Legal Officer on a full-time basis.
The Role
The successful candidate will manage a mixed civil litigation caseload, with a strong emphasis on debt recovery matters. The role sits within a supportive legal services team and requires the ability to handle files independently while working collaboratively with internal departments.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a varied civil litigation caseload
- Handling debt recovery litigation from pre-action through to conclusion
- Drafting pleadings, legal documentation, and correspondence
- Providing clear and practical legal advice to internal stakeholders
- Attending court and hearings where required
About You
- Demonstrable experience in civil litigation
- Debt recovery experience highly desirable
- Previous local authority experience advantageous but not essential
- Confident working autonomously and managing competing deadlines
How to Apply / Get in Touch
To discuss the role in confidence or to apply, please contact:
- Sam Cox – scox@venngroup.com | 07441 916435
- or Timothea Nash – tnash@venngroup.com | 07441 916435
Please quote Job Reference: J94693 when getting in touch.