Solicitor

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Dorchester; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Lawyer to provide legal and advisory services to a local authority. This full-time role allows working from home with a weekly meeting in Dorchester. The successful candidate will deliver legal advice, manage litigation, and represent the legal services at various meetings. Strong experience and skills in legal procedures are required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a practicing lawyer.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver legal advice, drafting, negotiation, and representation for Dorset Council.
• Prepare and manage litigation including advocacy in courts.
• Act as a representative at committees and departmental meetings.

Skills

Legal Drafting

Litigation

Legal Counsel

Research

Negotiation

Education

Qualified Lawyer/Barrister or Legal Executive

Admitted to the SRA or FCilex

Job description

3 months contract with local authority

We are looking for a skilled Lawyer to offer legal and advisory services to Dorset Council its Directorates and external clients. The role involves ensuring the legality and propriety of Council matters providing expert advice and handling drafting negotiation and representation in relevant practice areas. This full-time position (37 hours per week) offers the flexibility to work from home with a weekly team meeting in Dorchester on Tuesdays. Occasional court attendance primarily at Bournemouth County Court may be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver legal advice drafting negotiation and representation for Dorset Council and external clients.
• Prepare and manage litigation including advocacy in courts tribunals and panels.
• Act as a representative for the Head of Legal Services at committees working groups and departmental meetings.
• Instruct Counsel and coordinate with external providers as needed.
• Provide guidance on case law legislation and procedural updates.
• Support colleagues within the Legal Services team and contribute to training seminars.

Requirements

Qualified Lawyer Barrister or Legal Executive.

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

Legal Drafting,Litigation,Algebra,Legal Counsel,Mediation Experience,Tribal Law,Legal Research,Telemarketing,Training & Development,Geometry,Child Protective Services,negotiation

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1