Our client, based in Essex, is currently recruiting for an Assistant Solicitor on a 3-month temporary contract.
The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience for this position.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
* Undertaking a wide range of non-contentious work, including commercial landlord and tenant work and residential conveyancing, Right to Buy sales, freehold acquisition and disposal of land
* Support departments to ensure compliance with guidance, protocols and legislative changes
* Undertake residential and commercial conveyancing, drafting all documents to completion
* Provide clear, practical legal advice and support to Officers, Members and client departments on legislation, case law and best practice
Skills and experience required:
* Experience required working in public service legal department
* Strong knowledge of legislation relevant to local government
* Ability to manage your own caseload with minimum supervision
Rewards and Benefits:
* Hybrid working
* Flexible working days
Working hours:
* 37.5 hours per week
* Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.
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