Advocate

Essential Employment Careers; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services organization seeks a skilled Advocate in London to provide expert representation and legal advice. You will manage public hearings, deliver urgent legal support, and mentor junior staff. Suitable candidates should be experienced in legal advocacy and hold relevant qualifications. This role offers a competitive pay of £500 per day.

Qualifications

• Experience in public hearings and legal representation.
• Ability to provide urgent legal advice.
• Mentoring skills for junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Client in public hearings with persuasive advocacy.
• Provide urgent legal advice and representation in critical cases.
• Contribute to working groups and strategic discussions.

Skills

Confident advocacy skills

Legal knowledge

Mentoring abilities

Education

Qualified Lawyer

Job description

Advocate needed in West London Paying £500 per day ref 005439

Full time hours on a temporarybasis

Were looking for a confident and skilled Advocate to join our Legal Services team, providing expert representation and legal advice across a wide range of council services. This is a high‑profile role where your advocacy will directly shape outcomes in public hearings and enhance the Councils reputation.

What Youll Be Doing

• Represent the Client in public hearings, delivering well‑prepared, persuasive advocacy that reflects professionalism and integrity.
• Provide urgent legal advice and representation, particularly in cases involving homelessness and anti‑social behaviour, including out‑of‑hours support when needed.
• Offer high‑quality legal guidance across departments, helping services navigate complex legal issues with clarity and confidence.
• Act as a role model and mentor to junior legal staff, supporting their development and helping them reach their potential.
• Contribute to working groups and strategic discussions across the Client, representing the Director of Legal Services.
• Draft and present reports on sensitive and complex legal matters, ensuring decision‑makers have all the relevant information.
• Attend and advise at Cabinet and Scrutiny meetings as required.

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