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Qualified Lawyer Commercial

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
  • Leicester
  • 16d left

AI generated summary

  • You need significant commercial and contract law experience, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and the ability to provide pragmatic, solutions-focused advice while managing client relationships.
  • You will manage a caseload of commercial and contract matters, coach junior team members, support the Head of Law, and provide solutions-focused legal advice.

Requirements

  • You’ll have significant experience in providing commercial and contract law advice.
  • As a problem solver, who is commercially aware, you’ll provide solutions focused commercial law advice and support to the Council and other public bodies.
  • Using strong communication skills, you’ll build and manage relationships with clients carrying through assigned tasks and matters to conclusion.
  • Pragmatic in your advice, talented, and proactive, you’ll work effectively with client departments and the team.

Responsibilities

  • You’ll provide and secure high-quality legal services for the Council and other agreed public bodies.
  • Managing your own caseload of commercial, contract and general local government law matters, you’ll work on a wide range of projects, including the regeneration projects in the city centre.
  • With your learned coaching skills, you’ll support junior members of the team to assist with their development and learning.
  • You’ll support the Head of Law to ensure the provision of quality, client focussed and cost-effective legal services.
  • Using your expertise, you’ll provide solutions focused commercial law advice and support to the Council and other public bodies.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Qualified Lawyer Commercial.

What are the working hours for this role?

The role requires full-time working hours of 37 hours per week.

What are the salary ranges for this position?

The salary ranges from £40,221 to £51,515 per year.

What kind of experience is required for this role?

Significant experience in providing commercial and contract law advice is required.

Is this a permanent position?

Yes, this is a permanent position.

Where is the location of the job?

The job is hybrid, involving both home working and working from Leicester City Offices.

What benefits are offered with this position?

The benefits include generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working, and various flexible benefits options.

What is the application closing date?

The application closing date is 17/11/2024.

When will the assessment/interview take place?

Assessments/interviews will take place on Monday, 25th November 2024.

Who can I contact for more information about this position?

You can contact Seema Patel, Principal Lawyer, via email at [email protected]

Is there an opportunity for professional development in this role?

Yes, there is an opportunity for self-development and support for professional growth within a dynamic legal team.

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