Locum Civil Litigation Legal Officer

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.