Solicitor / Team Leader - Claims Against Public Authorities

HarKaye Core Talent; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Sick pay

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Retail discounts

27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

Job summary

HarKaye Core Talent is seeking an experienced Solicitor/Team Leader to join their Public Law & Human Rights department in London. This position involves leading the Claims Against Public Authorities team, managing a caseload, and ensuring compliance with legal standards, while fostering team development in a supportive work environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills and a deep knowledge of actions against public authorities.

Qualifications

• Experience in actions against public authorities.
• Previous team or people management experience.
• Knowledge of legal aid work and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support your team with regular check-ins and coaching.
• Ensure compliance with legal aid and regulatory rules.
• Manage a small caseload of CAPA matters.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Client-focused approach

Education

Qualified solicitor (Grade A or equivalent)

Job description

Solicitor / Team Leader - Claims Against Public Authorities

Solicitor / Team Leader - Claims Against Public Authorities

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Head of Legal - UK / HarKaye Core Talent

A leading national law firm are currently looking to recruit an experienced Solicitor/Team Leader to join their Public Law & Human Rights department to deal with Claims Against Public Authorities.

You’ll lead the Claims Against Public Authorities team, manage a small caseload, and guide a group of solicitors, fee earners, and support staff. Your job is to ensure excellent legal work, support team development, and help the department run smoothly.

Job Title: Solicitor/Team Leader - Claims Against Public Authorities

Location: London (Hybrid working up to 2 days in-office per week)

Reports to: Head of Public Law and Human Rights

Department: Public Law

What You'll Do

• Lead and support your team with regular check-ins, reviews, and coaching
• Oversee performance, set goals, and help the team meet targets
• Ensure compliance with legal aid and regulatory rules
• Manage risks and handle complaints professionally
• Support training and development for team members
• Help with department planning, forecasting, and business development
• Keep a reduced caseload of CAPA matters

What You’ll Need

• Qualified solicitor (Grade A or equivalent)
• Strong experience in actions against public authorities
• Previous team or people management experience
• Knowledge of legal aid work and procedures
• Great communication, organisation, and IT skills
• A sensitive, client-focused approach
• Competitive base salary with a realistic and achievable bonus scheme
• 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Flexible working arrangements
• Pension scheme, life assurance, and sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Access to legal expertise, coaching, and mentoring
• Retail discounts and other perks

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services and Law Practice

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