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Associate - Public Inquiries

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TLT LLP

Oct 16

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Legal
  • Edinburgh

Requirements

  • A Qualified Solicitor, qualified in Scotland and/or England & Wales
  • Previous legal experience in a public inquiry setting
  • Strong litigation skills, with experience working on large scale disclosure exercises and/or working on large scale projects in commercial litigation
  • A creative approach to problem solving with an ability to manage critical issues quickly and effectively
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with external and internal stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Acting as a supporting Solicitor to statutory and non-statutory inquiries
  • Undertaking internal investigations and independent reviews
  • Providing legal advice to the Inquiry Team and contribute to senior relationship management with recognised legal representatives, core participants, witnesses and document providers
  • Handling or leading complex, multi-disciplinary, professional, multi-strand legal or investigative environments
  • Handling or leading complex, large-scale projects, including involvement in delivery of large-scale disclosure/e-disclosure/document production/information management exercises
  • Dealing with Public law challenges, advising on merits of defending judicial review claims and grounds for issuing JR challenges.
  • Advising on litigation related to national security matters
  • Planning, defining and implementing strategies to support delivery against client need
  • Leading and project managing document-heavy review processes to identify key relevant materials
  • Working flexibly across workstreams, collaborating with colleagues in our London office

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Associate - Public Inquiries.

Where is the job located?

The position is based in our Edinburgh office.

What type of working arrangement is offered for this role?

The roles are offered on a flexible working, full-time basis.

What are the main responsibilities of this position?

Responsibilities include acting as a supporting solicitor to inquiries, undertaking investigations, providing legal advice, leading complex projects, and dealing with public law challenges.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates must be qualified solicitors, qualified in Scotland and/or England & Wales.

Is previous experience in a public inquiry setting necessary?

Yes, previous legal experience in a public inquiry setting is required.

What skills are essential for this position?

Essential skills include strong litigation abilities, problem-solving creativity, and excellent communication skills.

Who will the Public Inquiries team represent?

The team represents central government, non-departmental public bodies, local government, private individuals, and the private sector.

What benefits does TLT offer employees?

TLT offers a competitive salary, access to a flexible benefits scheme, 25 days of holiday (increasing to 30 based on length of service), and private medical insurance.

Does TLT have a commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, TLT is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment.

How does TLT approach flexible working?

TLT has a progressive fully flexible working approach, empowering employees to work in a way that meets their needs and supports their work/life balance.

What should I do if I need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process?

If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, you should contact the recruitment team at HR-Recruitment@TLTsolicitors.com.

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TLT LLP

For what comes next. UK Law Firm of the Year 2022

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2000
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We’re your business advisers as well as your lawyers, working in step with you to protect your interests today and progress your ambitions for tomorrow. With local, national and international reach, we draw on our diverse expertise to find solutions and look forward to create new opportunities. In an unpredictable world, your business adapts and evolves to succeed, and so do we. Bringing together our expertise with efficient processes and integrated technology, we’ll anticipate change to keep you ahead of your challenges. Our approach is for the long term, in our relationships and in the sustainability of our actions, and we’ll work with you to put people and planet at the forefront. Your success is our responsibility. No half measures, part of your team and with you every step of the way. Winners of UK Law Firm of the Year, British Legal Awards 2022.

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