Service Care Legal are recruiting on behalf of a London Borough Council who are seeking an Enforcement & Licensing Lawyer / Senior Lawyer to join their team on a contract basis. Please find below further details with regards to this position.
ROLE: Enforcement and Licensing LawyerLOCATION: South London RATE: £35.00 to £50.00 per hourCONTRACT: 6 months with possibility of extension
Please note that this role would require office attendance 1 day per week and court attendance when required.
The Role
* A Lawyer or Senior Lawyer level position acting as both prosecutor and complainant in all types of regulatory enforcement
* Matters will include food safety, trading standards, health and safety, blue badge, dangerous structures, planning and highways, environmental, CIL recovery etc
* The successful applicant will conduct their own advocacy in the magistrates' court but will instruct counsel where appropriate
* The senior position would involve the management of 3 members of staff within the team
The Person
* A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with a current practising certificate - PQE/experience will determine the rate of pay
* A knowledge of local government legislation is essential
The Benefits
1. Flexible working arrangement
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