Job Description:

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Westminster Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience

We are looking for a Senior Solicitor this role will be based at: REMOTE WORKING

The right candidate will:

We are seeking a talented litigation lawyer to join our Employment, Criminal & Commercial Litigation Team.

• Manage a varied caseload of complex civil, commercial and/or property litigation matters with minimal supervision.
• Conduct litigation in the County Court, High Court and relevant Tribunals.
• Provide clear, pragmatic and timely legal advice to Council departments and senior stakeholders.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, legal agreements, reports and advisory documents.
• Negotiate favourable outcomes on behalf of the Council.
• Attend meetings with officers, elected members, external organisations and government bodies.
• Prepare and advise on reports for Cabinet, Committees and Sub-Committees.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and advise clients on their impact.

We require the following:

• You will be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX Lawyer with practising rights and at least 2 years' post-qualification experience.
• Excellent drafting, advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Ability to explain complex legal issues to non-legal stakeholders.
• Experience of insolvency law OR construction litigation. Desirable

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon,