Regulatory Lawyer — Licensing & Housing

North Yorkshire Council; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Regulatory Lawyer to advise on licensing, housing, and environmental health law. The ideal candidate will be qualified as a Solicitor or Barrister and have relevant knowledge in regulatory law. Responsibilities include attending Council Committees and Court, with support for less experienced areas of law. The position offers a dynamic workload and various benefits such as flexible working and a comprehensive pension scheme.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible working

Excellent pension scheme

Salary sacrifice schemes

Discounts and vouchers

Qualifications

• Qualified as a Solicitor, Barrister or FILEX.
• Knowledge of regulatory, licensing, and housing law.
• Understanding of council political structure and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Advise on law related to licensing, housing, and environmental health.
• Attend Council Committees and Court.
• Manage performance of staff responsibly.

Skills

Knowledge of law in regulatory, licensing, and housing

Effective written communication

Ability to interact positively

Understanding of political structure

Education

Qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister or FILEX

Job description

A local government authority is seeking a Regulatory Lawyer to advise on licensing, housing, and environmental health law. The ideal candidate will be qualified as a Solicitor or Barrister and have relevant knowledge in regulatory law. Responsibilities include attending Council Committees and Court, with support for less experienced areas of law. The position offers a dynamic workload and various benefits such as flexible working and a comprehensive pension scheme.