Senior Legal Advisor
2 days ago
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Job DescriptionAs a Senior Legal Advisor, you will be responsible for providing high-quality advocacy services to clients. You will work closely with the Head of Advocacy (Partner/Barrister) and gain first-hand experience in the field.
Key Responsibilities- Undertake advocacy requirements that may arise, including interlocutory application hearings, case management hearings, and infant approval hearings.
- Draft advice, pleadings, and skeleton arguments as required.
- Keep up-to-date with procedural changes, case law, and legislation developments.
- Ensure provision of a high-quality advocacy service.
- Extensive travel across England and Wales that may require overnight stays.
The ideal candidate will be able to work independently, prioritizing tasks and demonstrating excellent attention to detail. They will be provided with instructions similar to external counsel.
Requirements- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- A sound working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules.
- A fast learner who can hit the ground running.
- Resilience and ability to think and perform under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- A flexible approach.
- Able to act upon own initiative and take direction from management where appropriate.
- Strong understanding of confidentiality and tact.
- Strong academic achievement (Minimum 2.1 at degree level and minimum Very Competent for the BPTC).
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Case Management Systems.
- Estimated salary range: £60,000-£105,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- Standard working hours: 8:30am-5:30pm (Monday-Thursday), 8:30am-5pm (Friday).
- Alternative working from home pattern after probation.
- 25 days holiday per year, rising to 30 days.
- Holiday buy backs available after one year of service.
- An extra day's holiday for birthday after two years' service.
- Private medical insurance available after two years' service.
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