Solicitors – Litigation and Advice

Contextual Overview

East Ayrshire Council is seeking two qualified solicitors to join its in-house Litigation and Advice Team based in Kilmarnock. This role involves providing legal support across various council functions, including Planning, Employment, Social Work, and Housing Law.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Possession of an LLB in Scots Law or Law Society of Scotland equivalent.
• Completion of the Diploma in Legal Practice.
• Must hold an unrestricted Practising Certificate from the Law Society of Scotland.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Represent the Council in all litigation matters.
• Provide legal advice and support to Council Committees and Service Units.
• Assist in the delivery of objectives identified within the Council’s Governance Services Plan and Community Plan.
• Develop legal skills in advocacy and substantive areas of law.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Salary: £43,589 - £56,329 per annum (starting salary commensurate with experience).

Application Procedure & Required Documents

1. Visit the official application portal at myjobscotland.gov.uk.
2. Search for reference number EAY12654.
3. Submit the required application materials before the deadline of 14 September 2026.

Official Notification & Contact Information

For specific inquiries regarding the role, contact Richard Crawford (Team Leader – Litigation and Advice) at richard.crawford@east-ayrshire.gov.uk.

FAQs

• What is the workstyle for this position? The role is flexible, with 50-79% of the time required to be office-based at Council Headquarters, Kilmarnock.
• What are the standard working hours? 35 hours per week: 9am-5pm (Monday-Thursday) and 9am-4pm (Friday).