Solicitor/Supervisor

Solicitor / Area Supervisor

Discrimination, Public Law, Community Care & Claims Against Public Authorities

Location: Office-based

Hours: Full-time (37 P/W)

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer to join our team in a supervisory capacity, specialising in Discrimination, Public Law or Claims Against Public Authorities. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal professional who is confident managing their own caseload while providing effective supervision, technical guidance and support to other members of the legal team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload across Discrimination, Public Law or Claims Against Public Authorities matters.
• Provide effective supervision and guidance to solicitors, caseworkers and other members of the legal team.
• Review case files and legal work to ensure matters are progressed appropriately and to a high professional standard.
• Provide technical legal guidance on complex matters within the relevant areas of law.
• Ensure compliance with relevant professional, regulatory and internal requirements.
• Monitor case progression, limitation dates, deadlines and overall file conduct.
• Support the development and training of junior members of the team.
• Assist with maintaining high standards of client care and service delivery.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and management to support the continued development of the department.

Essential Requirements

• Be a qualified Solicitor or appropriately qualified CILEX Lawyer.
• Hold a current and unrestricted practising certificate or relevant CILEX authorisation/accreditation, as applicable.
• Have a minimum of three years' relevant experience in the applicable area(s) of law.
• Have 350 hours of documented work in the area of law you are applying for.
• Have the experience and competence required to undertake a supervisory role.
• Demonstrate excellent legal research, drafting and analytical skills.
• Have strong file management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to client care, professional standards and regulatory compliance.

The Role: This is a full-time, office-based position and would suit an experienced legal professional looking to take on greater responsibility within a growing team. We offer a competitive salary, dependent on experience and qualifications, together with the opportunity to play an important role in the development and supervision of our legal services .

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.

To apply: Please submit your CV and a covering letter setting out your relevant Legal Aid experience, qualifications, supervisory experience and areas of legal expertise.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £50,000.00-£65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Flexitime
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bromley BR1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Practising Certificate (required)

Work Location: In person