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5x Central Government Public Law Lawyer
Posted Today by Sellick Partnership
£63,200 Per year
Outside
Hybrid
City of London, London
Summary: The role of a Central Government Public Law Lawyer involves supporting complex government litigation, including judicial reviews, within a dynamic legal team. The position is locum with an initial 6-month contract and offers a competitive salary along with flexible working arrangements. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor or barrister with a strong background in public law. This opportunity is based in London and emphasizes a supportive work environment and potential for contract extension.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handle a range of public law litigation including judicial reviews, injunction related work and Freedom of Information appeals for a range of departments.
- Produce legal prognose advising on merits and litigation strategy.
- Draft summary grounds of defence and other pleadings, including evidence. Instruct counsel and make use of other external legal resources.
- Manage a broad range of varied case work activities complying with policies, standards, procedures and service level agreements.
Key Skills:
- Must be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister in the UK.
- Has to have been in the UK for the last 5 years.
- Sound understanding and experience of general public law.
- Reliable legal judgement and appreciation of legal risk.
- The ability to think strategically and creatively, see legal issues in their wider context and advise accordingly.
Salary (Rate): £63,200 yearly
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Legal
5x Central Government Public Law Lawyer
£32.85ph PAYE + 34 days holiday pay (£63,200 annual equivalent)
Locum, initial 6-month Contract with the likelihood of extension
London
A Central Government Legal Department are looking for an experienced Public Law Lawyer to support with extremely complex and Government Litigation including Judicial Review. Our client is looking for passionate individuals to join their dynamic and growing legal.
As a Public Law Lawyer you will be working within a team which is dedicated to its clients and supportive of its team members.
Key responsibilities of the Public Law Lawyer:
- Handle a range of public law litigation including judicial reviews, injunction related work and Freedom of Information appeals for a range of departments.
- Produce legal prognose advising on merits and litigation strategy.
- Draft summary grounds of defence and other pleadings, including evidence. Instruct counsel and make use of other external legal resources.
- Manage a broad range of varied case work activities complying with policies, standards, procedures and service level agreements.
Required skills and experience of the Public Law Litigation Lawyer
- Must be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister in the UK.
- Has to have been in the UK for the last 5 years.
- Sound understanding and experience of general public law.
- Reliable legal judgement and appreciation of legal risk.
- The ability to think strategically and creatively, see legal issues in their wider context and advise accordingly.
What is on offer for the Public Law Lawyer?
- £63,200 Annual Equivalent.
- Exceptional work/life balance including flexible working arrangements.
- Central London Location.
- Access to Unique Government Work.
- Likely extension of your 6-month contract.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established Central Government Team that prides itself in the first-class service it offers its clients. Our client also offers the potential extension of your 6-month contract as a Public Law Lawyer.
If you believe you have strong organisational and legal analytical skills, meet the requirements, and you believe you would be able to produce high-quality work to tight deadlines, please apply now, or contact Mark Bladen at Sellick Partnership.
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