Civic Recruitment Limited
Legal Practitioner (Corporate & Environmental Law)
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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
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.
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.
Desirable Requirements
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- 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.
What's 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.
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