Solicitor (Planning, Highways, Property, Commercial or Litigation)

This is a remote position.

Solicitor (Planning Highways Property Commercial or Litigation)

Local Authority Interim Contract

Location: Remote

Rate: 65.00 per hour (Umbrella)

Contract: Duration To Be Determined

Hours: Full Time

Working Pattern: Remote

Pay: Bi-Weekly

Summary

We are seeking a skilled Solicitor Barrister or Legal Executive to join a Local Authority Legal Services team on an interim basis. This position offers the chance to deliver expert legal guidance and support in areas such as Planning Highways Property Contracts & Commercial Procurement Litigation Judicial Review and Regulatory Matters. As part of a respected local government legal team you will handle your own caseload while collaborating with senior officers elected members and key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality legal advice and support across one or more specialized legal fields.
  
• Independently and efficiently manage a diverse caseload.
  
• Draft various legal documents agreements notices and correspondence.
  
• Provide counsel to Members senior managers and officers on complex legal matters.
  
• Represent the Local Authority in meetings working groups committees and external gatherings.
  
• Assist with planning highways property commercial procurement and litigation issues as needed.
  
• Conduct legal research and offer practical solution-oriented advice.
  
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  
• Oversee the commissioning and management of external legal advice when necessary.
  
• Accurately log time and maintain case management records.
  
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of Legal Services and adherence to quality standards.
  

Essential

Requirements

Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor Barrister or Fellow of CILEX with a valid practising certificate.
  
• At least 2 years post-qualification experience (PQE).
  
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas:
  • Planning Law
    
  • Highways Law
    
  • Property Law
    
  • Contracts & Commercial Law
    
  • Public Procurement
    
  • Litigation and Judicial Review
    
  • Debt Recovery
    
• Proficient in drafting and legal research.
  
• Capable of managing a busy caseload and meeting deadlines.
  
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  
• Experience advising senior officers and decision-makers.
  
• Proficient in IT and legal case management systems.
  
• Ability to work independently and proactively.
  

Desirable

• Previous experience in Local Authority legal work.
  
• Experience advising elected members and committees.
  
• Knowledge of local government law and governance.
  
• Advocacy experience.
  
• Experience in a shared legal service or public sector environment.
  

Whats on Offer

• 65.00 per hour (Umbrella)
  
• Duration To Be Determined
  
• Fully Remote Work
  
• Bi-Weekly Pay
  
• Engaging and diverse public sector caseload
  
• Opportunity to work across multiple legal disciplines
  
• Supportive and experienced legal team
  
• Potential for contract extension
  

This role is ideal for candidates with experience as a Local Government Solicitor Planning Lawyer Property Lawyer Commercial Lawyer Highways Lawyer Litigation Lawyer Procurement Lawyer Legal Counsel Senior Solicitor or Public Sector Lawyer.

Required Skills:

Essential Requirements Requirements: Qualified Solicitor Barrister or Fellow of CILEX with a current practising certificate. Minimum 2 years PQE. Experience in one or more of the following areas: Planning Law Highways Law Property Law Contracts & Commercial Law Public Procurement Litigation and Judicial Review Debt Recovery Excellent drafting and legal research skills. Ability to manage a busy caseload and meet deadlines. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience advising senior officers and decision-makers. Good IT skills and experience using legal case management systems. Ability to work independently and proactively. Desirable Previous Local Authority legal experience. Experience advising elected members and committees. Knowledge of local government law and governance. Advocacy experience. Experience working within a shared legal service or public sector environment. Whats on Offer 65.00 per hour (Umbrella) Contract Length to Be Decided Fully Remote Working Bi-Weekly Pay Varied and interesting public sector caseload Opportunity to work across multiple legal disciplines Supportive and experienced legal team Potential for extension Ideal for candidates with experience as a Local Government Solicitor Planning Lawyer Property Lawyer Commercial Lawyer Highways Lawyer Litigation Lawyer Procurement Lawyer Legal Counsel Senior Solicitor or Public Sector Lawyer.

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1