Solicitor – Higher Education: Governance, Contracts & Data

University of Leicester; Leicester; On-site; GBP 50,253 - 56,535; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The University of Leicester is seeking a Solicitor to provide expert legal advice covering commercial contracts, data protection, and student matters. You will manage your own caseload and support the University’s strategic goals by ensuring robust legal compliance.

Candidates should be a UK-qualified Solicitor or Barrister with substantial experience in higher education law and strong communication skills. Join a diverse and inclusive community dedicated to impactful legal support.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in legal practice relevant to the higher education sector.
• Ability to provide pragmatic advice on complex legal matters under pressure.
• Excellent drafting skills and experience in policy drafting.

Responsibilities

• Provide risk-based legal advice across various areas.
• Manage own caseload and advise on legal developments.
• Deliver training and develop templates to promote compliance.

Skills

Pragmatic legal advice

Drafting agreements

Data protection

Intellectual property

Procurement law

Communication skills

Client management

Education

UK-qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Job description

The University of Leicester is seeking a Solicitor to provide expert legal advice covering commercial contracts, data protection, and student matters. You will manage your own caseload and support the University’s strategic goals by ensuring robust legal compliance.

Candidates should be a UK-qualified Solicitor or Barrister with substantial experience in higher education law and strong communication skills. Join a diverse and inclusive community dedicated to impactful legal support.