We are looking for a strong lawyer and leader for the role of Senior Managing Lawyer Environmental Regulation (Water). This role will lead and manage a team providing legal support covering environmental regulation and civil litigation in relation to water resources and water quality (and related areas).
The successful candidate will have experience of managing and leading people, handling complex technical issues, and advising on relevant legal areas such as judicial review, regulation, and public law. They will also have thorough and up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and the ability to collaborate with other senior lawyers effectively.
The role will involve leading, planning, and monitoring the strategic direction of the team’s contribution to support the delivery of business plans, developing and maintaining relationships at management level, and providing an intermediate escalation point on legal issues for internal Executive Managers and Managers.
The team will be based at one of our main office locations (Bristol, Exeter, Birmingham, Peterborough, Warrington, Leeds, Reading) and some travel will be required. We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve and welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies.
To apply, you should outline how you would lead your team to provide an outstanding legal service and demonstrate your experience and suitability for the role against each of the top 3 competencies: Leads People, Influences and persuades others, Shapes organisational approach and delivery.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment.
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