Advocate Counsel

Pertemps London Cambridge; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in partnership with a local council seeks an experienced Housing & Litigation Advocate in London. This hybrid role involves providing high-quality representation in courts and mentoring junior lawyers. Candidates should possess extensive advocacy experience and a strong knowledge of housing law. The position offers £500 - £530 per day, requiring a minimum of 2 days in the office for effective collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 days per week in office required.
• Extensive advocacy experience, particularly in county and magistrates courts.
• Ability to influence outcomes in high-pressure settings.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Council in various courts with authoritative advocacy.
• Conduct prosecutions in Magistrates Court on regulatory matters.
• Mentor junior lawyers and enhance the Council's reputation.

Skills

Advocacy experience

Knowledge of housing law

Excellent communication skills

Public service commitment

Education

Qualified barrister, solicitor, or CILEX Advocate

Job description

Housing & Litigation Advocate

In partnership with Hammersmith & Fulham Council

£500 - £530 per day (Umbrella)

Hybrid working

minimum 2 days per week in office

Are you an experienced advocate with a passion for securing justice through expert litigation? Pertemps, in partnership with Hammersmith & Fulham Council, is seeking a skilled Advocate to deliver high-quality representation in courts and tribunals, focusing on housing and regulatory litigation.

Why This Role Appeals to Litigation Specialists

• homelessness
• allocations
• anti‑social behaviour injunctions
• closure orders
• disrepair
• leasehold issues

Represent the Council in diverse courts including County Court, Magistrates Court, First‑Tier and Upper Tribunals, providing authoritative advocacy and legal advice.

Conduct prosecutions in Magistrates Court on regulatory matters and provide expert negotiation on litigation risk and tactics.

Play a vital role in reducing reliance on external counsel, delivering cost‑efficient, high‑quality legal services.

Mentor junior lawyers, setting performance standards and embedding the Councils values through collaborative leadership.

Contribute to complex policy development by advising at cabinet and scrutiny meetings, enhancing the Councils reputation.

About You

• Qualified barrister, solicitor, or CILEX Advocate with Higher Rights of Audience preferred.
• Extensive advocacy experience, particularly in county and magistrates courts.
• Strong knowledge of housing law and regulatory frameworks, with flexibility to expand expertise as needed.
• Excellent oral and written communication, with proven ability to influence outcomes in high‑pressure settings.
• Committed to public service values, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Hybrid Working

This role supports Hammersmith & Fulhams hybrid working policy requiring a minimum of 2 days per week in the office to maintain strong team collaboration and effective leadership.

Apply today to advance your career in a high‑impact advocacy role with Pertemps and Hammersmith & Fulham Council.