In-House Solicitor

Lexella Partners Ltd; Preston on the Hill; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

A legal services provider in the UK is looking for a Part-Time In-House Lawyer to offer legal advice, shape the role of first in-house counsel, and manage legal relationships. This flexible position requires a qualified solicitor or barrister with experience in dispute resolution, ideally within a regulated sector. The role offers exposure to complex issues in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexibility in working days

Opportunity to shape the role

Engaging work with meaningful issues

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Strong experience in dispute resolution, regulatory law or litigation required.
• Background in a regulated sector, ideally energy, is an advantage.
• Ability to communicate clearly with non-lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical, commercial legal advice to colleagues.
• Shape how legal support is delivered in the organisation.
• Manage external legal relationships when needed.

Skills

Dispute resolution

Regulatory law

Excellent communication

Commercial awareness

Adaptability

Education

Qualified solicitor or barrister

Job description

Part-Time In-House Lawyer

Location: North-West (hybrid)

Hours: Part-time (3-4 days per week)

Salary: 65-95k, dependent on experience

The Role

You'll provide practical, commercial advice to colleagues dealing with disputes involving both individuals and small businesses. The role is advisory rather than contentious, but a strong understanding of the litigation process will be key to supporting sound decision-making.

As the organisation's first in-house lawyer, you'll have the opportunity to shape how legal support is delivered, embed best practice, and act as a trusted adviser to teams across the business. You'll also manage external legal relationships where needed.

About You

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with strong experience in dispute resolution, regulatory law or litigation.
• Background in a regulated sector, ideally energy, would be a distinct advantage.
• Excellent communicator, able to give clear, pragmatic advice to non-lawyers.
• Commercially aware, with the ability to balance legal risk against practical outcomes.
• Proactive and adaptable, motivated to contribute in a part-time capacity.

What’s on Offer

• Flexible part-time role (3-4 days per week).
• Opportunity to be the first in-house lawyer and shape the role.
• Interesting, values-driven work with exposure to complex and meaningful issues.
• A collaborative and supportive environment where your contribution will be highly visible.