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Legal Counsel - Litigation

Montresor Legal

Greater London

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GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

A prominent UK regulatory body seeks an experienced Legal Counsel for a temporary 6-12 month role. This position supports a high-performing in-house legal team, focusing on complex legal matters in the public sector, particularly in transport and infrastructure.

Qualifications

Experience in public law, economic regulation, or policy-focused legal work is a plus.
Ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including policy colleagues and government bodies.

Responsibilities

Advise on economic regulation of major infrastructure projects.
Engage in litigation, including judicial review matters.
Provide legal guidance on consumer law, passenger protection, and complaints management.

Skills

litigation

regulatory

advisory

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England & Wales

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We are working with a prominent UK regulatory body to find an experienced Legal Counsel to support a high-performing in-house legal team during a particularly busy period. This is a temporary 6-12 month role offering the opportunity to work on a range of complex legal matters in the public sector.

Key Responsibilities:

Advise on economic regulation of major infrastructure projects
Work on rail reform projects in alignment with government White Papers
Engage in litigation, including judicial review matters
Oversee policy for monitoring performance of key infrastructure providers under their respective licences
Provide legal guidance on consumer law, passenger protection, and complaints management
Assist in determining contractual disputes regarding timetabling and access
Ensure the safe operation of critical transport infrastructure under international obligations
Advise on competition law matters and corporate issues, such as employment and procurement

Qualifications & Skills:

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England & Wales
Experience in public law, economic regulation, or policy-focused legal work is a plus
Strong litigation, regulatory, and advisory skills
Ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including policy colleagues and government bodies

This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact while supporting a team that plays a vital role in the UK’s transport sector.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Associate

Employment type

Employment type
Contract

Job function

Job function
Legal
Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage and Rail Transportation

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