Council Advocate - Douglas City Council
Council Advocate
Grade: Principal Officer, SCP 40 – 46 (£59,456 - £68,607)
The Council invites applications from highly motivated Manx qualified advocates to join our team. Working with our existing Council Advocate you’ll deliver a fast paced, effective and efficient in-house legal service.
From supporting housing, property, regulatory and contract work to providing comprehensive legal advice and guidance across the organisation to tackling litigation matters representing the Council in courts and tribunals and navigating the local government arena, the range of legal work is diverse, dynamic and challenging.
Working closely with the Chief Executive and the Corporate Management Team you will also collaborate with senior officers and Members of Council for work that is anything but routine.
For the right person, this role offers meaningful responsibility, backed by the Council’s commitment to development and continuous improvement in service delivery. In-house local government practice is varied and exciting, with opportunities beyond traditional legal duties that stretch beyond the ordinary.
Ambitious? Dedicated to delivering exceptional service? We WANT you – whether you’re newly qualified, returning to work after a break or seeking a fresh challenge. Apply now by heading to our Job Train portal via the Council’s website. Questions - contact HR ([email protected]) on 01624 696455.
For an informal chat about the role, contact Jan Keig, Executive Officer (01624 696319) to arrange a call with Kathy Rice, Chief Executive.
Closing date for receipt of completed applications: Thursday, 9th April 2026
Miss K J Rice, Chief Executive, City Hall, Ridgeway Street, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM99 1AD
Douglas City Council is committed to recruiting a diverse and highly talented workforce representative of our City and are committed to ensuring the recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible to all. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the City we serve.
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