Assistant Solicitor Venn Group’s specialist legal recruitment team is currently working with a respected Public Body in London, seeking to recruit an
Assistant Solicitor to support their dynamic in-house legal department.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor with a minimum of 2 years PQE, looking to contribute to public service through high-quality legal work.
Position: Assistant Solicitor
Organisation: London-based public body
Salary: Hourly rate DOE
Duration: 6 months ongoing
Working Pattern: Full-time
Location: Hybrid working available, office attendance required twice a week
Job Purpose:To assist in delivering a high-quality, cost-effective in-house legal service, providing expert advice on legal matters affecting the organisation and its members.
Key Responsibilities:- Provide expert legal advice on less complex legal matters impacting the Organisation and its member authorities
- Conduct thorough legal research, gather information, and prepare briefings, deal with inquiries and provide advice.
- Draft and settle legal agreements and assist with contentious/non-contentious legal issues.
- Support litigation processes, liaise with external stakeholders, and represent the Organisation in courts and public inquiries.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of legal quality systems and maintain accurate electronic and manual records.