Prosecutions Lawyer

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is currently seeking a Prosecutions Lawyer to join a well-regarded London Borough Council on a locum basis. This full-time role offers an initial 3-month contract, with potential for extension, and requires attendance at the office twice per week in South London. Candidates must be a Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with local government experience and the ability to manage a diverse caseload including education and environmental issues. Applications are encouraged immediately.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in local government as a Prosecutions Lawyer.
• Ability to manage a full caseload of prosecution matters.
• Experience in handling cases related to Planning, Education, Environmental Protection, Trading Standards, and Environmental Housing.

Responsibilities

• Handle a full caseload of prosecutions matters.
• Attend the office twice per week and court as needed.

Skills

Local authority experience

Prosecutions handling

Ability to attend court

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Job description

Sellick Partnership are currently recruiting to a brilliant opportunity for a Prosecutions Lawyer to join a well-regarded London Borough Council on a locum basis.

Our client is looking for a Locum Prosecutions Lawyer with some local authority experience to join their friendly and welcoming team.

This role is offering an initial 3 month contract with the opportunity to be extended. This is a full-time role and the successful candidate will have to attend the office twice per week and attend court as and when needed. Therefore this role would suit someone who is able to commute to South London.

The main duties of this role include handling a full caseload of prosecutions matters including:

• Planning
• Education
• Environmental Protection
• Trading Standards
• Environmental Housing issues

Our client is seeking a Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with previous experience working in local government as a Prosecutions Lawyer. The successful Prosecutions Lawyer will be joining a friendly and supportive team within a well-regarded local authority and will have the opportunity to work on an interesting and diverse caseload.

We encourage interested applicants to apply immediately to be considered for shortlisting.

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