Criminal Litigation Lawyer

Venn Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Criminal Litigation Lawyer to join their dynamic legal team on a locum basis. This role offers the opportunity to manage a varied caseload of regulatory litigation, providing legal advice across a range of criminal matters. With a focus on cost-effectiveness, the ideal candidate will possess strong advocacy skills and practical knowledge of licensing law and planning enforcement. Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working while contributing to impactful legal support within a local government setting. If you are a capable lawyer looking to make a difference, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor, barrister, or FILEx with experience in local authority enforcement.
• Practical knowledge of licensing law and planning enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of regulatory prosecutions in Magistrates’ and Crown Court.
• Provide legal advice at Licensing Sub-Committee hearings.

Skills

Regulatory Prosecutions

Licensing Law

Planning Enforcement

Housing Legislation

Advocacy Skills

Drafting Skills

Organisational Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Barrister

FILEx Legal Executive

Job description

Criminal Litigation Lawyer – £50+ per hour – London – Hybrid Working

Job Title: Criminal Litigation Lawyer
Council: London Local Authority
Working Pattern: Full-time – Hybrid (1 day office attendance per week, with flexibility to substitute for committee attendance)
Rate: Negotiable (£45-50 per hour umbrella typical; competitive pricing preferred)
Duration: 3 months+ (potential for extension)

Venn Group’s public sector legal team is working with a London Local Authority, who are seeking an Criminal Litigation Lawyer to join their legal team on a locum basis. This role is ideal for a lawyer with solid experience in regulatory prosecutions and an ability to support both legal proceedings and internal governance functions.

Job Overview:
The successful candidate will handle a varied caseload of regulatory litigation and provide legal advice and representation across a broad range of criminal matters. Cost-effectiveness is a key factor for this appointment, making it an excellent opportunity for candidates offering value-driven services.

Key Responsibilities:
• Manage a caseload of regulatory prosecutions in the Magistrates’ and Crown Court, including planning enforcement, animal welfare, internal fraud, blue badge fraud, and EPA s80 matters
• Handle licensing appeals under the Licensing Act 2004 and property tribunal appeals under the Housing Act 2004
• Provide legal advice and support at Licensing Sub-Committee hearings
• Attend interim hearings in the Magistrates’ Court as required
• Assist with reviewing and advising on internal policies and governance documents

Requirements:
• Qualified solicitor, barrister, or FILEx Legal Executive with relevant experience in local authority enforcement and litigation
• Practical knowledge of licensing law, planning enforcement, and housing legislation
• Confident advocacy skills for court and committee hearings
• Ability to provide clear, concise legal advice and work effectively with council departments
• Strong drafting and organisational skills

This role is ideal for a capable Criminal Litigation Lawyer who can provide reliable legal support on a budget-conscious basis. It offers flexible working and the chance to contribute to a broad range of regulatory matters within a local government legal team.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide, and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.

How to Apply:
For further details, please contact Aidan Sallis at Venn Group:
07441 916 456
[e-mail] / [e-mail]

Criminal Litigation Lawyer – £50+ per hour – London – Hybrid Working