Solicitor, Legal Counsel

Solicitor

Location:

Hornton Street, W8 7NX

Start Date:

ASAP

Contract Duration: 2+ Months

Working Hours:

Mon - Fri, 09:00 - 17:00, 37 Hours per week

Pay Rate: £ 30.40 Per Hour

• Offer expert legal advice and guidance on public procurement, contract, and commercial law.
• Provide legal support for regeneration, housing, schools, and commercial construction projects.
• Deliver efficient legal services in the Contract and Procurement Team.
• Advise on matters related to Construction Acts, Public Contracts, Data Protection, and administrative law.
• Handle complex and routine legal cases independently.
• Act as an advocate in court proceedings and public inquiries.
• Negotiate terms with external parties and attend relevant meetings.
• Draft legal documents and statements, ensuring compliance with time limits.
• Attend and advise at Council meetings and committees.
• Instruct external solicitors or Counsel when necessary.
• Keep records of all work and monitor changes in law and practice.
• Identify training needs and assist with quality management initiatives.

• Qualified Solicitor entitled to practice in England and Wales.
• Specialist knowledge and experience in public procurement, contract, and construction law.
• Ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly.
• Experience in handling construction law matters.
• Knowledge of Local Government law or willingness to learn.
• Computer literacy and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently.

• Experience working within or for Local Government.
• Experience representing at Courts, Tribunals, and Inquiries.