Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Legal Advisor to provide expert legal advice and support across a diverse caseload in Devon and Cornwall. The role involves handling contentious matters, managing legal risks, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and case law. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a legal team. This position requires effective communication and the capacity to thrive in a high-pressure environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle a variety of contentious legal matters, providing expert advice and guidance.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of legal principles, case law, and police law.
• Effectively manage a diverse and high-volume caseload while ensuring clarity and precision in legal counsel.
• Provide timely and flexible legal advice in a highly pressurised environment.
• Work collaboratively within a legal team, contributing expertise and supporting colleagues.
• Communicate effectively at all levels, both internally and externally, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Conduct thorough legal research and investigations to support case preparation.
• Adapt to changing circumstances and think critically in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Utilise specialist IT systems and legal databases effectively.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience in litigation, general advocacy, or contentious legal matters.
• In-depth knowledge of legal frameworks, legislation, case law, and police law.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to manage pressure and provide clear, accurate advice under time constraints.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders.
• A collaborative mindset, with a track record of working effectively as part of a team.
• IT proficiency, including experience with legal research databases and case management systems.

Salary (Rate): 32.67

City: Pinhoe

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Legal