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Legal Practitioner (Corporate & Environmental Law)


Job Location:

West Bridgford - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 30 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Legal Practitioner (Corporate & Environmental Law) 3 Month Contract

Location: West Bridgford Nottinghamshire
Rate: 20.18 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: 3 Month Contract
Hours: Full Time
Working Pattern: Hybrid 2 Days Office-Based (Wednesdays & Fridays) / 3 Days Remote subject to business needs
Pay: Bi-weekly

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Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Legal Practitioner specializing in Corporate & Environmental Law to join our dynamic Local Authority Legal Services team on a 3-month contract. This role involves providing comprehensive legal advice guidance and representation on a variety of corporate commercial and environmental law issues. You will play a crucial role in supporting internal clients contributing to significant projects and managing a diverse caseload while ensuring adherence to statutory and regulatory standards. This position is ideal for a legal professional with experience in local government or public sector law eager to enhance their expertise in a supportive environment.

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Responsibilities

  • Provide expert legal advice and support on corporate commercial and environmental law matters.
  • Manage a diverse caseload and assist senior legal colleagues as needed.
  • Draft review and finalize legal agreements contracts deeds and related documents.
  • Participate in major projects and legal matters across the organization.
  • Conduct thorough legal research and stay updated on legislative and regulatory changes.
  • Identify and escalate legal risks appropriately.
  • Contribute to the development of policies procedures and best practice guidelines.
  • Deliver a professional customer-focused legal service to both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues clients and partner organizations.
  • Support service improvement initiatives and contribute to team objectives.
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Requirements
Requirements:

  • Expertise in at least one of the following areas:
    • Corporate Law
    • Commercial Law
    • Environmental Law
    • Local Government Law
  • Recent experience in legal advisory roles.
  • Proficiency in handling contracts agreements deeds and legal documentation.
  • Strong organizational and workload management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Capability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
  • Keen attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
  • Proficient IT skills and familiarity with legal and office systems.
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Desirable Requirements

  • Law Degree or equivalent legal qualification.
  • Experience in Local Government or the Public Sector.
  • Understanding of local authority governance and statutory frameworks.
  • Experience in supporting complex projects and legal casework.
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Skills & Competencies

  • Strong legal research and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent drafting and report-writing skills.
  • Customer-focused approach.
  • Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Collaborative team player.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Professional proactive and adaptable work approach.
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Whats on Offer

  • 20.18 per hour (Umbrella)
  • 3 Month Contract
  • Location: West Bridgford Nottinghamshire
  • Hybrid Working 2 Days Office-Based (Wednesday & Friday)
  • Bi-weekly Pay
  • Opportunity to work within a Local Authority Legal Services team.
  • Varied caseload covering corporate commercial and environmental law matters.
  • Excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking local government experience.
Applications are particularly welcomed from candidates with experience as a Legal Practitioner Legal Officer Solicitor Legal Executive Contracts Officer Corporate Lawyer Environmental Lawyer or Local Government Legal Advisor.


Required Skills:

Requirements: Expertise in at least one of the following areas: Corporate Law Commercial Law Environmental Law Local Government Law Recent experience in legal advisory roles. Proficiency in handling contracts agreements deeds and legal documentation. Strong organizational and workload management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Capability to work independently and manage competing priorities. Keen attention to detail and strong analytical skills. Proficient IT skills and familiarity with legal and office systems. --- Desirable Requirements Law Degree or equivalent legal qualification. Experience in Local Government or the Public Sector. Understanding of local authority governance and statutory frameworks. Experience in supporting complex projects and legal casework. --- Skills & Competencies Strong legal research and problem-solving abilities. Excellent drafting and report-writing skills. Customer-focused approach. Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships. Collaborative team player. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Professional proactive and adaptable work approach. --- Whats on Offer 20.18 per hour (Umbrella) 3 Month Contract Location: West Bridgford Nottinghamshire Hybrid Working 2 Days Office-Based (Wednesday & Friday) Bi-weekly Pay Opportunity to work within a Local Authority Legal Services team. Varied caseload covering corporate commercial and environmental law matters. Excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking local government experience. Applications are particularly welcomed from candidates with experience as a Legal Practitioner Legal Officer Solicitor Legal Executive Contracts Officer Corporate Lawyer Environmental Lawyer or Local Government Legal Advisor.