Professional Support Lawyer - Governmental Disputes

LR Legal Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Professional Support Lawyer to join their Dispute Resolution team in the heart of London. This pivotal role involves providing expert support on complex public litigation matters, developing internal resources, and delivering training to legal professionals. The firm is renowned for its commitment to high-quality work and offers a flexible hybrid working environment. If you're a motivated lawyer looking for a significant salary increase without the pressures of a private practice, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• UK qualified Solicitor with strong litigation experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of public inquiries and investigations.

Responsibilities

• Support Dispute Resolution team with legal queries.
• Develop internal resources and provide training programs.

Skills

Litigation processes

Public law understanding

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Solicitor (6+ PQE)

2:1 undergraduate degree

Job description

Professional Support Lawyer - Governmental Disputes

Professional Support Lawyer - Governmental Disputes

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Legal Recruitment Consultant at LR Legal

Professional Support Lawyer (Public Dispute Resolution)

City of London (Hybrid)

Are you working for the GLD, a local Council or another governmental legal department?

Are you interested in a significant salary increase, without a Private Practice billing environment?

My client, a top tier central London boutique law firm, works closely with central Government departments and is well know for their high quality work and good reputation. They are are looking for an Senior Lawyer to support their thriving Dispute Resolution team team, providing training, updates, and support on complex public litigation matters. Typical matters this team sees include a variety of public litigation, including procurement disputes and public inquiries making this a key requirement for any potential applicant.

The firm has over 70 Lawyers in the UK and have excellent opportunities for flexible hybrid working including part-time working (for the right candidate). They offer a competitive salary and a very friendly environment, if you're confident in you experience this could be an excellent fit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support a busy Dispute Resolution team, responding to legal and procedural queries and functioning as an internal consultant on litigation matters.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of internal resources including guidance notes, case summaries, precedents etc for use by the greater firm.
• Provide training programs for legal professionals across all levels and key clients, covering changes to the law and litigation tactics.
• Building relationships with clients using marketing material, and business development campaigns, while maintaining high standard of care and ensuring full compliance.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• UK qualified Solicitor of 6+ PQE or equivalent ILEX qualification,
• A strong practical understanding and demonstrated experience in litigation processes including those within public law and procurement disputes,
• Experience or good understanding of public inquiries and investigations,
• Strong academic background (ideally with a 2:1 undergraduate degree)
• Excellent communication skills with colleagues and members of staff.
• High levels of attention to detail.

As renumeration this firm offers a salary at the top of the market with bonus schemes and a benefits package along market lines. They provide excellent hybrid working as standard and will consider candidates looking for part-time working.

If you are a motivated individual with a keen interest in joining a thriving team, please contact me as follows:

Kalan Thomas at [e-mail] or call for a confidential discussion on 0208 078 9231 (office hours) or 07517456559 (out of office hours).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice, Legal Services, and Courts of Law

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