Senior Property Lawyer
Haringey (Local Authority role)
3-6 month contract initially
Rate: Negotiable, umbrella (Indicate rate sought)
36 hours per week
Will need to attend the office in Haringey, Wood Green once a week
Main Responsibilities:
Manage a full and varied legal caseload.
Deliver complex, specialist legal advice with minimal supervision.
Represent the Council in court and instruct Counsel as needed.
Support the Council’s partners and stakeholders with legal advice.
Advise elected members and attend committees when necessary.
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of Legal Services.
Build and maintain professional relationships across departments and with external partners.
Contribute to legal service business planning.
Stay updated on legal developments using journals and electronic tools.
Adhere to Law Society (Lexcel) and internal performance standards.
Provide cover for colleagues and help train new staff.
Deliver legal training to Council teams and partners.
Report any evidence of illegality or procedural issues to the Head of Legal Services.
Assist in achieving Legal Services' goals.
If you have any questions about this role or wish to apply, please contact isobel@deekay.co.uk who will respond at the earliest convenience.
