Litigation and Regulatory Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-regarded local authority legal team as a Litigation & Regulatory Lawyer, where you'll handle a diverse caseload in criminal and civil litigation, licensing, and regulatory law. This role offers the chance to engage in advocacy in courts and tribunals, ensuring high-quality representation for the Council. With a hybrid working model and opportunities for professional development, this position is perfect for an experienced lawyer looking to make a real impact in local government law. Embrace the challenge of shaping legal outcomes that benefit the wider community in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Structured Pay Progression

Impactful Role

Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with litigation experience.
• Strong advocacy skills with experience in courts, tribunals, and inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on Environmental Health, Licensing, and Planning.
• Manage a varied caseload of criminal and civil litigation and contractual matters.

Skills

Criminal Litigation

Civil Litigation

Licensing Law

Regulatory Law

Advocacy Skills

Legal Research

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Barrister

Chartered Legal Executive

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Litigation and Regulatory Lawyer, Northamptonshire

Location: Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Location: Northamptonshire (Hybrid, Court Attendance as Required)

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Litigation & Regulatory Lawyer to join a well-regarded local authority legal team. This role offers a diverse caseload spanning criminal and civil litigation, licensing, contracts, and regulatory law, with the opportunity to undertake contentious advocacy in courts, tribunals, and inquiries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice and representation on matters including Environmental Health, Licensing, Planning, Housing Benefits, Trading Standards, Highways, and Housing
• Manage a varied caseload of criminal and civil litigation, licensing, and contractual matters
• Undertake advocacy in courts, tribunals, and inquiries, ensuring high-quality representation for the Council
• Offer specialist common law advice and assistance to client service areas
• Conduct legal research and ensure compliance with evolving legislation and regulations

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with experience in criminal and civil litigation
• Strong advocacy skills, with experience representing clients in courts, tribunals, and inquiries
• Experience advising on regulatory matters such as licensing, planning, environmental health, and trading standards
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced public sector legal team
• Hybrid working, with the requirement to attend court in the Bedford region as needed
• Competitive public sector salary with structured pay progression
• Professional development opportunities and exposure to high-profile cases
• A role with real impact, shaping legal outcomes that affect the wider community

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced lawyer seeking a varied and challenging role in local government law.