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Administrator, Interventions Team , Edinburgh
It is an exciting time to join the Law Society of Scotland and we have an opportunity within the Interventions Team for two Administrators.The primary objectives of the Interventions team are to take on Judicial Factory appointments and Interventions into law firms under the Solicitors (Scotland) Act 1980. This role...
Solicitor , Aberdeen / Westhill
SOLICITORFull Time or Part TimeWe are looking for a Solicitor to join our busy General Practice Firm to be office based at our Aberdeen city centre and/or Westhill offices. The position may suit a newly qualified Solicitor, but all levels of experience will be considered. The position involves mainly private...
Solicitor - 2 Year Fixed Term , Edinburgh
Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is seeking a qualified solicitor to join our Legal team, reporting to our Head of Legal. This is a new role within a team of three solicitors and a legal and insurance business partner. We would love to hear from you if you have excellent commercial contract...
Law Clerk to the Lord President & Law Clerk to the Inner House , Parliament House, Edinburgh
Joining SCTS means that you are joining an organisation that plays a key role in the administration of justice. We fulfil our purpose by providing the people, buildings and services needed to support the judiciary, the courts, devolved tribunals and the office of the public guardian (OPG). Our work focuses...
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Lawscot Jobs is the official recruitment website of the Law Society of Scotland. Visit the site to search for vacancies from direct employers, consultancies, or traineeship providers.
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