Senior Licensing Lawyer (Local Government) - Flexible

Leeds City Council; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental authority is looking for a Principal Legal Officer with expertise in Licensing law to manage a substantial caseload of complex legal matters. The role involves providing high-quality legal advice, representing the Council in various legal proceedings, and contributing to the generation of external income. The ideal candidate should be a qualified solicitor or barrister with strong advocacy skills, a commitment to client service, and the ability to work effectively within a team. This position offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual leave

Membership in the West Yorkshire Pension Fund

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Clear career pathway and CPD opportunities

Range of staff benefits for wellbeing

Qualifications

• Must hold a practising certificate as a solicitor or barrister.
• Experience in dealing with complex contested hearings is required.
• Knowledge of local government law and practice is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a substantial personal caseload of complex legal matters.
• Draft court proceedings and conduct legal research as needed.
• Advocate for the Council in court and related proceedings.

Skills

Knowledge of Licensing Law

Effective communication

Advocacy skills

Ability to manage complex cases

Legal research abilities

Education

Solictor or Barrister with practising certificate

Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives with advocacy certificate

Tools

Windows based IT systems

Job description

A local governmental authority is looking for a Principal Legal Officer with expertise in Licensing law to manage a substantial caseload of complex legal matters. The role involves providing high-quality legal advice, representing the Council in various legal proceedings, and contributing to the generation of external income. The ideal candidate should be a qualified solicitor or barrister with strong advocacy skills, a commitment to client service, and the ability to work effectively within a team. This position offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.