Service Care Legal are currently working alongside a Local Authority, based in Oxfordshire, which is in need of an experienced Commercial Property Lawyer to head up their Major Projects team.

This is an exciting opportunity to manage a well oiled and cohesive team at a fast-paced Local Authority.

ROLE: Team Leader Solicitor - Major Projects, Contracts and Property team

RATE: £60-£70ph umbrella (negotiable)

CONTRACT LENGTH: 6 Months

LOCATION: Oxfordshire, office attendance would be required twice a week

The Role:

• Assisting the Legal Services Manager in the strategic management of the Legal Service


• Manage your own caseload of Major Projects, Contracts and Property legal work whilst assisting other members of the team with theirs


• Representing the Council before the courts, tribunals and public enquiries as required


• Contributing to the achievement of the Council's corporate priorities and objectives by aligning the legal services provided by your team

The Person:

• Someone with prior Local Authority legal experience within at least one of the teams legal disciplines (Major Projects, Contracts and Property) is essential.
  
  Ideally someone who has a good understanding of all three disciplines


• Someone with experience of managing a team of legal professionals


• A qualified Solicitor, Lawyer of Legal executive with 5+ years PQE

Benefits:

• Flexible hours


• Hybrid working


• Weekly pay

If this sounds like an opportunity that is right for you or someone you know, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Hugh Barnes via email, Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk, or via telephone at 01772208969 .

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.