Summary: This role involves providing maternity cover as a Legal Counsel for a not-for-profit organization in Liverpool, focusing on in-house legal matters. The position requires supporting the Head of Legal with various tasks, including legal advice, drafting, and handling litigation. The contract is fixed-term, and candidates should ideally be qualified solicitors or approaching qualification, with a strong understanding of civil procedure and litigation. The role offers a supportive environment and opportunities for skill development within a dedicated legal team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responding to general legal queries and providing legal advice.
• Drafting legal letters and handling leases.
• Attending hearings and instructing barristers.
• Dealing with civil litigation and debt recovery matters.
• Providing general support to the in-house legal services team.

Key Skills:

• Qualified solicitor of England & Wales or nearing qualification.
• Strong understanding of civil procedure rules and litigation matters.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Relevant experience for paralegals or SQE graduates seeking qualifying work experience.

Salary (Rate): 47000

City: Liverpool

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Legal