General Counsel

Robert Walters UK; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated General Counsel to join their team in London. This role presents a unique opportunity to work alongside some of the UK's most esteemed lawyers, gaining invaluable litigation experience across various disciplines. You will be at the forefront of combating racism, bringing private prosecutions, and challenging public bodies on their decisions. The position promises a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact in the not-for-profit sector. If you have a passion for justice and a strong legal background, this is the perfect opportunity to further your career.

Qualifications

• At least four years' post-qualification experience as a solicitor or barrister.
• Experience in Crime, Regulatory law, Administrative law, Defamation, Equality and human rights.

Responsibilities

• Bring private prosecutions and challenge failures to prosecute hate crimes.
• Draft legal documents and supervise compliance with laws.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Ability to Prioritize

Education

Solicitor or Barrister Qualification

Job description

Our client is at the forefront of combating racism in the UK, breaking new ground through their litigation. They are seeking a dedicated and experienced General Counsel to join their team based in London. This role offers an unparalleled opportunity to collaborate with some of the UK's most renowned lawyers, gain litigation experience across a broad range of disciplines, and work with major law firms and leading counsel to devise legal strategy.

What you'll do:

• Bring private prosecutions
• Challenge the Crown Prosecution Service when it fails to prosecute hate crime
• Subject inadequate decisions by public bodies to judicial review
• Submit regulatory complaints and advise regulatory bodies
• Bring and defend defamation cases
• Work with pro-bono legal experts and external counsel
• Draft documents including correspondence, internal policies, particulars of claim, and witness statements
• Supervise compliance with charity and data protection laws, assist with employment and contract questions

What you bring:

• At least four years' post-qualification experience as a solicitor or barrister
• Experience in one or more fields such as Crime (communications or public order), Regulatory law (professional conduct or charity law), Administrative law (judicial review), Defamation, Equality and human rights
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise effectively and respond quickly under pressure
• Meticulous organisational skills

What's next:

Ready to make a significant impact? Apply now!

About the job:

• Contract Type: FULL_TIME
• Specialism: Legal
• Focus: Litigation
• Industry: Not for Profit and Charities
• Workplace Type: On-site
• Experience Level: Senior Management
• Location: London
• Salary: £90,000 - £110,000 per annum
• Job Reference: CU4LHF-8398D8AF
• Date posted: 11 March 2025
• Consultant: Victoria Pomfret