In-House Public Sector Litigation Lawyer

Sellick Partnership; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension scheme

Flexible working and family friendly

Season ticket and bicycle loans

Staff discounts

Supportive staff networks

Job summary

Sellick Partnership is seeking an experienced Litigation Lawyer to join a busy Local Authority in-house Legal Team in Greater London. The role involves handling civil and criminal litigation and prosecution work under the direction of a Senior Lawyer.

You will advise, negotiate, draft, and attend meetings, with opportunities to advise Members and Officers on contentious matters, including licensing. A background in at least three of seven areas is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in public sector or local authority context is preferred.
• Ability to handle mixed civil and criminal litigation matters.
• Experience advising committees or members is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a varied caseload of civil and criminal litigation and prosecution work.
• Under supervision of Senior Lawyer, conduct negotiations, drafting and attend meetings.
• Advise Members and Officers on contentious proceedings, including licensing matters.
• Attend Licensing Committees when required and provide guidance to elected Members.
• Manage cases with adherence to professional standards and Local Authority procedures.

Skills

Homelessness

Prosecutions

Licensing

Education

Litigation

No recourse to public funds

Job description

Sellick Partnership is seeking an experienced Litigation Lawyer to join a busy Local Authority in-house Legal Team in Greater London. The role involves handling civil and criminal litigation and prosecution work under the direction of a Senior Lawyer.

You will advise, negotiate, draft, and attend meetings, with opportunities to advise Members and Officers on contentious matters, including licensing. A background in at least three of seven areas is expected.