Senior Housing Law Advocate - Local Government

Remedy Recruitment Group Ltd / TA Remedy Medical Solutions; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a qualified barrister, solicitor, or FILEX Advocate to provide expert legal advice and representation within the Council. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in advocacy, particularly in the county court, and a strong knowledge of housing law. This role is pivotal in advising on urgent applications and enhancing the Council's reputation through effective legal support and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Significant experience of advocacy in the county court.
• Higher Rights of Audience preferred.
• Knowledge to develop expertise in local authority prosecutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice and representation to the Council.
• Advise clients on urgent legal applications.
• Embed the Council's values and work collaboratively.
• Represent the Director of Legal Services in meetings.

Skills

Advocacy

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Housing law knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Qualified barrister, solicitor or FILEX Advocate

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a qualified barrister, solicitor, or FILEX Advocate to provide expert legal advice and representation within the Council. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in advocacy, particularly in the county court, and a strong knowledge of housing law. This role is pivotal in advising on urgent applications and enhancing the Council's reputation through effective legal support and collaboration.