OverviewHousing Litigation Solicitor/BarristerSalary - £52,413 - £56,730 (Grade 8)Hours - 37Contract type - full time permanentJoin our award-winning Legal Services team at Wolverhampton Council and make a real difference to the communities we serve. We are looking for a passionate Solicitor or Barrister to lead on housing litigation and help shape the future of public legal services.ResponsibilitiesManage a varied caseload focused on housing litigationRepresent the Council in courts and tribunalsCollaborate with a high-performing, supportive teamReceive tailored development, mentoring, and trainingWho can applyWe welcome applications from newly qualified solicitors, practicing barristers, career changers from other legal areas, and those moving from private practice to public service. Previous candidates need not apply.Benefits and arrangementsHybrid working (2 days in-office) and flexi-timeGenerous annual leave (26-35 days + bank holidays)Local Government Pension SchemeFree city-wide parkingWellbeing and lifestyle benefits2 paid volunteering days annuallyHow to applyReady to apply? Contact Mushtaq Ahmed-Khan or Adam Sheen on for an informal chat.Closing Date: 29th August 2025For full details of the responsibilities and requirements of this role, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.Working arrangementsAll council roles are allocated to either a fixed, field, or flexible work style. Some roles are agile, enabling employees to maximize performance and productivity while maintaining work-life balance. Roles with a fixed workstyle work in a fixed permanent council location. Roles with a field workstyle are typically out in the community with minimal 'touch down' space at council locations. Roles with a flexible workstyle have a flexible base location, allowing work from home or other locations as required.Please refer to the Job Description for further information on the workstyle assigned to the role you are applying for.Diversity and inclusionFor more information about working for our organization, the council's culture, plan, vision, staff equality forums, HR policies, and more, please click here.We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve. We aim to attract applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups, believing in the value of diversity, inclusion, and equality. Our employees help us deliver accessible, inclusive services that reflect Wolverhampton residents.Our status as a Disability Confident Employer demonstrates our commitment to supporting people with disabilities or health conditions. We have received the Stonewall Gold Award for our dedication to the LGBT+ community and foster an inclusive, equal workplace.As of March 2023, the RACE Code Quality Mark recognizes our engagement with racial equality. These awards validate our ongoing efforts to foster an inclusive environment where all employees are valued.As part of our commitments, we offer a guaranteed interview for applicants meeting the essential criteria, as a Disability Confident employer, Armed Forces employer, and supporter of care leavers.We promote an inclusive culture where employees can flourish and be themselves. We have four staff equality forums to ensure employees' voices are heard and respected. Learn more about the forums here.Recruitment of Ex-OffendersWe are committed to fair treatment of all potential employees, regardless of offending background. The Council uses the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for relevant vacancies to assess suitability. Learn more here.Employment Information & SupportIf you are considering applying for an apprenticeship or a role with a salary Grade 2-5, and wish to learn more about the application and interview process or what it's like to work for the council, please visit here.Attached documentsJob Description and Person Specification #J-18808-Ljbffr