Legal Counsel - Litigation

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK regulatory body seeks an experienced Legal Counsel for a temporary role (6-12 months) to support an in-house legal team during a busy period. This position involves advising on complex legal matters in the public sector and offers the chance to make a significant impact in the UK's transport sector.

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.
• Oversee policy for monitoring performance of key infrastructure providers.

Skills

Litigation

Regulatory

Advisory

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England & Wales

Job description

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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.