Senior Solicitor

Senior Solicitor
Location: Tipping Street, ST16 2DH
Start Date: ASAP                                               
Contract Duration: 4+ months
Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £ 311.87 per day
Job Ref: (phone number removed)
 
Job Responsibilities

• Handle complex legal cases, draft and negotiate documents for optimal client outcomes.

• Represent clients in high-level meetings and conduct complex advocacy in various legal settings.

• Support Legal Services Unit with complex cases and provide training as needed.

• Ensure compliance with legal service quality standards and contribute to professional accreditation.

• Meet chargeable hour targets and participate in marketing services when required.

• Manage sensitive data securely according to policy.

• Lead and support team members, appraising their work and professional growth.

• Contribute to financial objectives and lead operational initiatives for best practices.

• Engage in project work and assist senior management as needed.

• Fulfill travel requirements locally, regionally, and nationally.

Person Specifications
Must Have

• Qualified Solicitor, Lawyer, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX with practicing certificate.

• Extensive legal experience in a relevant field.

• Experience in managing or mentoring staff.

• Strong understanding of relevant law and council work.

• Proficiency in IT, including M365 and case management systems.

• Excellent communication skills across various media.

• Ability to draft complex legal documents and influence others.

• Effective time management and attention to detail.

Nice to Have

• Experience in local government legal work.

• Experience with budget management.

• Experience leading initiatives and project work.

• Ability to adapt to changes and aim for continuous improvement.

 
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