Job Introduction
Trainee Solicitor - Commercial and Information Team
Fixed Term Contract - 2 Years
Grade 6, £29,093 - £31,586
Location: Lincoln (Hybrid working available)
Start your legal career at the heart of public service.
Legal Services Lincolnshire (LSL) is shaping the future of local government legal practice. As part of our forward-thinking approach to workforce planning, we’re offering a two-year Training Contract to a passionate and ambitious individual with a strong interest in commercial and information law.
You’ll gain hands-on experience within a dynamic, friendly and supportive team advising a wide range of public sector clients; including the County Council, District Councils, and the Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority. This is an excellent opportunity to build deep sector knowledge and become part of a highly respected legal team.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll provide legal and administrative support to fee earners while steadily building your own caseload across a broad range of local government legal matters. Initially working under structured supervision, you’ll gain exposure to:
Public procurement, contract drafting and negotiation
Data protection, freedom of information, and governance matters
Advisory work for senior officers and elected members
Supporting complaint responses and compliance investigations
Advocacy (where permitted) and attendance at meetings or hearings
Your training will follow a structured programme in line with SRA requirements, enabling you to develop both contentious and non-contentious experience across various teams and disciplines within LSL.
About you
You’ll be a motivated and organised individual with:
Completion of the Legal Practice Course (LPC) by the start of the contract
A strong academic background and excellent communication skills
A genuine interest in local government and public law
The ability to adapt, take initiative, and contribute to team-based service delivery
Professionalism, discretion, and the ability to handle sensitive information
We also welcome applicants on the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) route.
Why join Legal Services Lincolnshire?
We offer a stimulating and supportive learning environment where your development will be nurtured and recognised. You’ll benefit from:
Structured training and high-quality supervision
Early responsibility and varied work across legal specialisms
Hybrid working arrangements with flexibility to support work-life balance
Generous annual leave entitlement and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
A professional environment that values collaboration, public service, and continuous improvement
Closing date for applications: 25th July 2025
Interviews to be held: Week commencing 11th August 2025
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:
Paula Coleman, Principal Lawyer - paula.coleman@lincolnshire.gov.uk
All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
A Smarter Working Employer
We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.
Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.
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