Property Lawyer

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the United Kingdom seeks a legal professional to manage legal services efficiently in a multidisciplinary environment. The role emphasizes a paper-light approach with remote work options. Ideal candidates will have experience as a practicing lawyer, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in electronic case management systems. This position offers a full-time contract for 3 months, incorporating flexibility in work hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in a multidisciplinary legal environment.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Sound knowledge of legal procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop expertise across a range of legal areas offered by the service.
• Manage and record work using electronic case management systems.
• Monitor and contribute to managing the legal expenses budget.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Admitted to the SRA or FCilex

Proven experience as a practicing lawyer

Tools

Electronic case management systems

Job description

3 months contract with local authority

The role is integral to providing effective legal services within a dynamic and multidisciplinary environment. As part of a Lexcel accredited practice you will be expected to broaden your expertise across various legal areas. The position emphasizes a paper-light approach utilizing electronic case management systems and offers flexibility including remote work opportunities. You will also be responsible for managing your workload efficiently and may be required to attend meetings and proceedings outside of standard hours.

Responsibilities

• Develop expertise across a range of legal areas offered by the service.
• Manage and record work using electronic case management systems.
• Minimize the use of physical storage by maintaining a paper-light environment.
• Work flexibly including remote work and hot desking within the office.
• Attend proceedings and meetings at prearranged times possibly outside core hours.
• Support team management and supervise direct reports as needed.
• Monitor and contribute to managing the legal expenses budget especially regarding external legal advice.

Requirements

• Experience in a multidisciplinary legal environment.
• Proficiency in using electronic case management systems.
• Ability to work flexibly including remote work and attending meetings outside standard hours.
• Strong organizational skills to manage a paper-light workflow.
• Capability to supervise team members and manage workloads effectively.
• Awareness of budget impacts related to legal expenses and external services.

Required Skills

• Admitted to the SRA or FCilex
• Proven experience as a practicing lawyer
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Sound knowledge of legal procedures and regulations

Key Skills

• Acting
• Aerospace Engineering
• HR Development
• Hr Internship
• Flex

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1