Employment LawyerLondon Borough CouncilContract: 3-6 months - likely to be extendedRate: £45-£55 per hour - Negotiable DOERemote WorkingWe are looking for an experienced Employment Lawyer to join our Legal Services team and provide high-quality advice and representation on a wide range of employment law matters. As an Employment Lawyer, you will deliver cost-effective, expert legal services to officers, committees, and Members. You will work on tribunal cases, employment disputes, policy advice, and support organisational change programmes, directly influencing how the Council delivers services and manages its workforce.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide legal advice on all aspects of employment law, including policy development, TUPE, redundancy, and disciplinary matters.Manage tribunal claims from pre-action through to final hearing, including advocacy.Draft pleadings, legal correspondence, and reports for Committees or senior management.Work closely with HR, senior officers, and external partners to resolve complex employment mattersKey ResponsibilitiesA qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) with a current practising certificate.Minimum of 2-5 years' post-qualification experience in employment law.Strong advocacy skills with experience representing clients at hearings or tribunals.Ability to manage a busy caseload independently.About Spencer Clarke GroupHere at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way.When you join us, you will receive:Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunitiesFree DBS checksPost Placement AftercareLoyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionalsIf you are interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Max using the contact details below:(phone number removed)We also offer a market leading referral scheme of up to £250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to email their CV to Max and remember to include your details as well.INDSCG3

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Principal Lawyer to join a friendly, committed and highly regarded in-house legal team to help deliver transformational and exciting projects, as well as make a real contribution to the quality of life and sustainability. We are seeking individuals who are accustomed to working at a fast pace in a busy team environment. Prior local government experience is desirable, not essential. Still, you will need to have a keen interest in and enthusiasm for local government, as well as the desire to work as part of the larger project team. The successful candidate must possess excellent communication and drafting skills, as well as the ability to provide clear and concise legal advice to a diverse range of audiences.ResponsibilityTo provide expert legal advice, assistance and support in the areas of specialism of the post at a complex/high-profile level. Line management of the in-house team of professional legal staff providing high-quality legal services. Budgetary control, Relationship manager with internal and external clients, partnerships, alliances and outside bodies. Act as Deputy Monitoring Officer in the absence of the Head of Legal Services.Qualification – EssentialGCSE Grade (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics.A qualified Solicitor/Barrister legal executive with a high level of extensive experience working at a senior level in and/or in project groups.Advanced – Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), social media.Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience Requirements - Criteria to be Evaluated at the Shortlisting Stage.Successful candidates will have:Knowledge of Safeguarding, e.g. Childcare protection, Vulnerable Adults, including mental health and adult protection, COP, DOLS, homelessness/ housing appeals and judicial reviews in childcare and other relevant work.Major Works, e.g. procurement including OJEU, and EU procurement, competitive dialogues, contract disputes and other relevant work.Regeneration planning law, & procedures, s106 agreements, LDF highways advice, property land transactions, sales & acquisitions and other relevant work.Corporate, e.g. general litigation matters including prosecutions, housing, disrepair, anti-social behaviour, employment, judicial reviews, dispute resolution, complex debt recovery and other relevant work.Proven experience of working at a senior level with senior officers and providing legal advice in the context of political, controversial and sensitive matters.Demonstrate ability to manage, supervise and motivate professional and non-professional staff.Proven experience of original drafting skills, advocacy and attendance at committees/groups providing the highest level of legal advice and assistance.Proven experience of managing and prioritising competing demands.Knowledge of local government and administrative law, and Local Authority Trading companies.The ability to manage a budget includes financial monitoring as outlined in a Service Level Agreement.Essential Compliance RequirementsProof of Qualifications.A pre-engagement screening is mandatory for this role. Please be prepared for this additional step in the application process.Diamond Blaque Group, a leading public sector provider, is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. Our organisation is deeply committed to fostering an environment of equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace

Our Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners ranked client is looking for a NQ – 1 year PQE Dispute Resolution Solicitor to join their growing team, they offer flexible Hybrid working, bonus schemes, health cashback, wellbeing initiatives, career development programmes and length of service awards plus more.This is a great opportunity for a Dispute Resolution Solicitor to develop their career in a respected and nurturing firm.Key responsibilities for the Dispute Resolution Solicitor include:Managing all litigation and dispute resolution matters efficiently from start to finishHandling assigned casework promptly and with attention to detailEnsuring timely recording of all billable hours and overseeing billing and payment processesManaging routine correspondence, negotiations, and advocacy where appropriateCollaborating closely with colleagues across departments to deliver comprehensive client serviceAnalysing legal issues and advising clients on the best course of actionDemonstrating knowledge and experience in property litigation (landlord possession claims, disrepair, tenancy disputes, leasehold issues, service charge disputes, and breaches of lease covenants)Possessing experience in commercial litigation including contractual claimsAdvocacy experience at county court or tribunal is advantageous but not essentialWorking with privately paying clients including individuals and small to medium-sized businessesShowing willingness to engage in business development activitiesMaintaining a strong track record of building and sustaining client relationshipsSupporting the continued growth and success of the dispute resolution teamBenefits:Hybrid workingBonus schemesHealth cashbackWellbeing initiativesCareer development programmesGenerous holiday allowance increasing with length of service20% family and friends discount on legal servicesCareer development programmeCycle to work schemeThe firm is known for excellence and offers a supportive, inclusive environment with ongoing training, family-friendly policies, and a focus on work-life balance.This is a fantastic opportunity for a Dispute Resolution Solicitor looking to join a respected firm and make a meaningful impact within a dynamic and supportive dispute resolution team.For further information about this role please contact Mia Henderson quoting reference 37251

PRIVATE CLIENT SOLICITOR LOCUM, 3 + PQE, PART TIME, LONDON, £45 - £53 PER HOUR. A reputable law firm is looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to support their team on a part-time basis—two days per week for approximately three months. JOB REF: 9954•Our client is looking for an experienced Private Client Locum who is available to commence the role immediately to support the firms’ private client team for circa 3 months.•Work is likely to span across all areas of private client law, to include Will drafting, LPAs, Estate planning, Court of Protection matters and administration of estates.•Applicants should have at least three years’ PQE and experience dealing with complex probate matters. The ideal candidate will be STEP qualified.•The successful Private Client locum will be able to hit the ground running with cases at various stages of process, ensuring good progress is made during the assignment and providing tailored solutions to meet clients’ needs.•To apply contact Kaye Thumpston at eNL on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate

6-7 months contract with a Local AuthorityJob Summary:This is a senior-level opportunity for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX to provide expert legal advice and representation across a range of service areas. The role includes significant responsibilities in commissioning and managing external legal support, overseeing budgets, and leading complex legal projects or programmes. ...JBLK1_UKTJ

Immediate Start AvailableJob Alert – Hybrid - Legal Assistant/ Paralegal - South Gloucestershire CouncilSalary: Up To £200 Per DayHours: 37Working Schedule: Monday to FridayRole: 6 MonthsLocation: Badminton Road Council Offices - BS37 5AFJob DetailsQualified Paralegal / Legal Assistant - experienced in Information Governance , policy updating and contract advice.DUTIES:Working across the council’s departments and with its partners and stakeholders, offering expert advise around information governance, data protection governance and privacy for the council, promoting best practice and compliance requirements.Updating and maintaining the suite of standards and policies (internal and external) required to ensure its on-going compliance with all aspects of data protection and information governance.Liaising with departmental representatives, information asset owners, ICT security and assistants across the council, you will support with the systems in operation to ensure a consistent and effective approach to data governance.EXPERIENCE NEEDED:The candidate will have a law degree or CILEx level 6 Diploma in Law and Practice or relevant post-graduate qualification.Substantial work experience of data protection, information governance and security and related professional issues.Working knowledge of legislation affecting data protection and freedom of information, such as the common law duty of confidentiality, re-use of public sector information regulations, the Crime and Disorder Act, Human Rights Act and the European Commission directive on data protection.Able to work as part of a team under pressure within tight timescales and have the ability to build and maintain positive working arrangements with colleagues, clients and all other relevant parties.Days/hours to be agreed working Monday to Friday.Hybrid working model with office / home working .If this is of interest please do apply with your CV and Daniel will be in touch to discussRemote working/work at home options are available for this role.