Senior Solicitor
CV-LibraryCity of Westminster, Greater LondontemporaryPosted: 29 July 2026
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I am currently representing Westminster Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience
We are looking for a Senior Solicitor this role will be based at: REMOTE WORKING
The right candidate will:
We are seeking a talented litigation lawyer to join our Employment, Criminal & Commercial Litigation Team.
* Manage a varied caseload of complex civil, commercial and/or property litigation matters with minimal supervision.
* Conduct litigation in the County Court, High Court and relevant Tribunals.
* Provide clear, pragmatic and timely legal advice to Council departments and senior stakeholders.
* Draft pleadings, witness statements, legal agreements, reports and advisory documents.
* Negotiate favourable outcomes on behalf of the Council.
* Attend meetings with officers, elected members, external organisations and government bodies.
* Prepare and advise on reports for Cabinet, Committees and Sub-Committees.
* Monitor legal and regulatory developments and advise clients on their impact.
We require the following:
* You will be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX Lawyer with practising rights and at least 2 years' post-qualification experience.
* Excellent drafting, advocacy and negotiation skills.
* Ability to explain complex legal issues to non-legal stakeholders.
* Experience of insolvency law OR construction litigation. Desirable
To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)
If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.
IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.
Look forward to speaking with you soon
I am currently representing Westminster Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience
We are looking for a Senior Solicitor this role will be based at: REMOTE WORKING
The right candidate will:
We are seeking a talented litigation lawyer to join our Employment, Criminal & Commercial Litigation Team.
* Manage a varied caseload of complex civil, commercial and/or property litigation matters with minimal supervision.
* Conduct litigation in the County Court, High Court and relevant Tribunals.
* Provide clear, pragmatic and timely legal advice to Council departments and senior stakeholders.
* Draft pleadings, witness statements, legal agreements, reports and advisory documents.
* Negotiate favourable outcomes on behalf of the Council.
* Attend meetings with officers, elected members, external organisations and government bodies.
* Prepare and advise on reports for Cabinet, Committees and Sub-Committees.
* Monitor legal and regulatory developments and advise clients on their impact.
We require the following:
* You will be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX Lawyer with practising rights and at least 2 years' post-qualification experience.
* Excellent drafting, advocacy and negotiation skills.
* Ability to explain complex legal issues to non-legal stakeholders.
* Experience of insolvency law OR construction litigation. Desirable
To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)
If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.
IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.
Look forward to speaking with you soon