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Senior Civil Litigation Lawyer

London Borough of Redbridge

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Redbridge (On-Site)

Contract, Full time

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£58,248.00 -£61-617.00

36 hours


Redbridge is an ambitious, diverse and exciting east-London borough. What we do is driven by changing our relationship with local people to support our vision. As a result, we've developed innovative ways to build our communities and transform our Council. 

We're one of the fastest growing parts of the country and the third most diverse London borough. Our communities are attracted by a mixture of excellent schools, relatively affordable housing, high-quality open space and rapid transport connections into the heart of the City.

An excellent opportunity has arisen within the London Borough of Redbridge for an experienced, skilled and dynamic Senior Civil Litigation Lawyer to provide a comprehensive and professional legal service on a 2 year fixed term basis.

You will report to the Principal Lawyer – Litigation within the Legal Department. You will also work closely with other Council departmental clients and specialist departments.

You will provide the Council with expert advice and guidance on aspects of civil litigation related work and have conduct of civil cases in the County Court, High Court and Magistrates Court especially within the area of Housing. 

Responsibilities

  • Provide expertise, knowledge and advice on all matters relating to litigation, advising on evidence and procedure and the conduct of any trials.
  • Conduct a full range of work types in this area of work to include housing law and debt recovery.
  • Utilising skills and experience gained within a similar position, you will report to the Principal Lawyer (Litigation) and will have your own complex and varied caseload.

To be successful in this role you will need to:

  • Hold a Solicitor, Barrister, FILEX or similar qualification
  • Have experience in civil law and procedure, preferably in a local government context
  • Excellent knowledge of the law and practice in this area of law

If you feel you meet the above requirements and are keen to join an ambitious, dynamic and innovative team, we would like to hear from you.

To apply for this post, you must submit an online application form along with uploading a copy of your CV and cover letter.

Ambitious for Redbridge

All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK. At the London Borough of Redbridge, we receive a high volume of great-quality applicants, we therefore may close a vacancy earlier than advertised. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.

 


Closing date: Thu 31/10/2024 at 23:59
Job reference: RQ001949
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