Location
Kensington Town Hall, Hornton Street, London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£50,778 per annum

About the Role
Join Bi Borough Legal Services, a partnership between Westminster City Council and the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, and build your legal career at the heart of a global city. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a solicitor at the start of their career to develop specialist licensing experience across two distinctive boroughs. You will work within the Bi Borough Planning, Licensing and Highways Team, managing a varied caseload with supervision appropriate to your experience. Your responsibilities will include researching legal issues, drafting advice and decisions, and supporting experienced colleagues on more complex cases and appeals. As your confidence grows, you will progress to advising Licensing Sub Committees across both boroughs on a rota basis, attending hearings in person with preparation and support.

Westminster City Council’s work is impactful and visible, balancing vibrant night time economies, iconic events, complex developments, and the needs of residents and businesses. You will be part of a supportive and experienced team that values difference, acts with integrity, and fosters professional development to help you build your judgement and take on greater responsibility in licensing law and local government.

Experience
Qualified solicitor seeking to build experience in licensing and local government law. Limited post-qualification experience is welcomed. Previous licensing experience is helpful but not essential. Experience in highways and planning is also advantageous. You do not need to have independently advised committees or conducted appeals.

About you
- Strong legal research and analytical skills with an interest in licensing law and practice.
- Clear communication skills with the ability to explain legal issues in a practical and accessible way.
- Careful drafting and attention to detail when preparing advice, summaries, and decisions.
- Ability to organise workload, meet deadlines, and recognise when to seek guidance.
- Willingness to learn from colleagues, respond to feedback, and build confidence in supporting hearings and appeals.
- Sound judgement, professionalism, and a commitment to public service.

Qualifications
Qualified solicitor status required. No specific licensing qualifications necessary as training and support will be provided.