Solicitor, Lawyer

Solicitor, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis (0076)

37 hours per week, Permanent post

£51,632 to £55,741 per annum (inclusive of £2,997 Distant Islands Allowance per annum)

A Solicitor is sought to assist in the proper and expeditious dispatch of the legal business of the Comhairle. This will be done by:

• Provision of advice to the Comhairle through its Committees and Sub-Committees.
• Implementation of the appropriate decisions of the Comhairle.
• Provision of advice and assistance to Departments of the Comhairle.
• Representing the Comhairle in the Courts, Tribunals and other hearings.
• Provision of advice to External Bodies.

You will have a good knowledge of the general principles of Scots Law. You must have excellent communication skills, the ability to solve problems and the ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure. Both team working and the ability to work on your own initiative are essential.

The postholder is required to have a current Practising Certificate issued by the Law Society of Scotland.

Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Appointment to the post will be on the first point of grade with annual incremental progression.

Closing Date:
Monday 2 March 2026