5x Central Government Public Law Lawyer
£32 PAYE + 34 days holiday pay (£63,200 annual equivalent)
Locum, initial 6-month Contract with the likelihood of extension
London
A Central Government Legal Department are looking for an experienced Public Law Lawyer to support with extremely complex and Government Litigation including Judicial Review. Our client is looking for passionate individuals to join their dynamic and growing legal.
As a Public Law Lawyer you will be working within a team which is dedicated to its clients and supportive of its team members.
Key responsibilities of the Public Law Lawyer:
- Handle a range of public law litigation including judicial reviews, injunction related work and Freedom of Information appeals for a range of departments.
- Produce legal prognosis advising on merits and litigation strategy.
- Draft summary grounds of defence and other pleadings, including evidence. Instruct counsel and make use of other external legal resources.
- Manage a broad range of varied case work activities complying with policies, standards, procedures and service level agreements.
Required skills and experience of the Public Law Litigation Lawyer
- Must be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister in the UK.
- Has to have been in the UK for the last 5 years.
- Sound understanding and experience of general public law.
- Reliable legal judgement and appreciation of legal risk.
- The ability to think strategically and creatively, see legal issues in their wider context and advise accordingly.
What is on offer for the Public Law Lawyer?
- £63,200 Annual Equivalent.
- Exceptional work/life balance including flexible working arrangements.
- Central London Location.
- Access to Unique Government Work.
- Likely extension of your 6-month contract.
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