Job Description
Are you experienced in delivery and efficient management of legal services?
We're recruiting on behalf of a local government organisation for a corporate solicitor.
This is a great opportunity to join a respected public sector employer, where you will support the delivery and management of an effective legal service function.
The Role:
- Deliver professional legal services as a qualified solicitor, including advocacy in courts and tribunals, and support judicial review proceedings.
- Provide accurate and timely legal advice on legislation, governance, administrative law, and compliance to support decision-making across committees and departments.
- Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, contracts, and service level agreements; lead conveyancing matters and manage legal title documentation.
- Liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders including counsel, solicitors, courts, government bodies, and statutory agencies.
- Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, Standing Orders, and constitutional requirements, contributing to risk management and good governance.
- Support organisational development through legal input on projects, training, standards committees, and policy reviews; deputise for senior managers when required.
- Manage budgets responsibly within the legal function and participate in recruitment, selection, and continuing legal education as needed.
The Person:
- A qualified solicitor with post-qualification experience.
- Experience in handling complex legal issues, providing advice to mitigate risks.
- A full current driver's license.
To discuss this opportunity confidentially, please send an up-to-date CV via the provided link or contact Zachery Downes, a specialist recruitment consultant at MCS Group, at or .
MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you require a reasonable adjustment due to a disability at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us, and we will facilitate your request.
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