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Job Summary
- Handling planning applications
- Managing planning appeals
- Addressing enforcement matters
- Expertise in highways law
- Knowledge of Public Rights of Way
- Experience with Village Green matters
- Managing acquisitions and disposals
- Handling leases and licences
- Conducting general property transactions
- Public procurement
- Subsidy control
- Works and service contracts
- Concession contracts
- Health-related service contracts
- Conducting Judicial Reviews
- Handling Human Rights Act claims
- Managing discrimination claims
- Overseeing debt recovery
- Engaging in general civil litigation
- Offer specialized legal advice in one or more practice areas.
- Draft contracts agreements notices reports and other legal documents.
- Serve as the Councils legal advisor in meetings.
- Represent Legal Services in both internal and external meetings and working groups.
- Develop effective working relationships with Members officers and stakeholders.
- Conduct legal research and maintain expertise in specialized legal knowledge.
- Support the commissioning and management of external legal advice when necessary.
- Prepare reports and legal briefings for senior officers and decision-makers.
- Accurately record chargeable legal work.
- Ensure adherence to Legal Services quality procedures and standards.
- Contribute to the Councils broader strategic and corporate goals.
- Qualified Solicitor Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with a current Practising Certificate.
- At least 2 years of post-qualification experience (PQE).
- Demonstrated experience in one or more of the specialized legal areas mentioned.
- Strong skills in legal drafting and advisory.
- Excellent legal research capabilities.
- Experience in managing tight deadlines and competing priorities.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word Outlook and Legal Case Management Systems.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Professional and approachable demeanor.
- Strong collaborative working style.
- Flexible and adaptable approach.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.
- Ability to work proactively and under pressure.
- We Are Brave Making the right decisions and embracing challenges.
- We Are Curious Committed to continuous learning and improvement.
- We Are Compassionate Showing respect and understanding towards others.
- We Are Strong Together Sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues.
- We Are Responsible Taking ownership and accountability.
- 49.77 per hour (Umbrella)
- 3 Month Contract (TBC)
- Hybrid Working
- Opportunity to work within a highly regarded Local Authority Legal Services team.
- Diverse and varied legal caseload across specialized practice areas.
- Exposure to significant local government projects and decision-making.
- Potential for contract extension opportunities.
Required Skills:
Essential Requirements Qualified Solicitor Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive. Current Practising Certificate. Minimum 2 years PQE. Proven experience in one or more of the specialist legal areas listed above. Strong legal drafting and advisory skills. Excellent legal research abilities. Experience working to tight deadlines and managing competing priorities. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Good working knowledge of: Microsoft Word Outlook Legal Case Management Systems Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Personal Qualities Professional and approachable manner. Strong collaborative working style. Flexible and adaptable approach. Commitment to delivering high-quality legal services. Ability to work proactively and under pressure. Kent Values The successful candidate will demonstrate: We Are Brave Doing the right thing and embracing challenge. We Are Curious Continuously learning and improving. We Are Compassionate Respecting and understanding others. We Are Strong Together Sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues. We Are Responsible Taking ownership and accountability. Whats on Offer 49.77 per hour (Umbrella) 3 Month Contract (TBC) Hybrid Working Opportunity to work within a highly regarded Local Authority Legal Services team. Broad and varied legal caseload across specialist practice areas. Exposure to significant local government projects and decision-making. Potential contract extension opportunities. Suitable for candidates with experience as a Local Government Lawyer Solicitor Legal Executive Planning Lawyer Property Lawyer Commercial Lawyer Procurement Lawyer Litigation Lawyer Highways Lawyer or Public Sector Legal Advisor.
