1,736 Lawyer jobs in the United Kingdom

Lawyer

Location: Orchard Street, Lincoln, LN1 1YL
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 3+ Months
Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £ 20.85  per hour 
Job Ref: OR12950
Job Responsibilities

• Handle a comprehensive range of local government commercial conveyancing work.

• Manage landlord and tenant matters, primarily under the 1954 Act.

• Oversee the sale and purchase of land transactions.

• Potential involvement in some residential conveyancing, excluding Right to Buy (RTB) cases.

• Collaborate effectively within a remote working environment, with an initial expectation of spending one or two full days in the office, followed by visits every three to four weeks.

Person Specifications

• Proven experience in commercial conveyancing within a local government context.

• Strong understanding of landlord and tenant legislation, particularly the 1954 Act.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.

• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently in a remote setting.

• Willingness to travel to the office periodically as required.

 
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West Sussex County Council are looking for an interview Lawyer to join the council.

• Pay 400 per day LTD
• Office Base - County Hall Chichester Working arrangements - Attendance in office required once a month
• Inside IR35.

Job Description:

• Your primary focus will be to provide clear and balanced advice to the Learning Directorate in Children's Services and schools in West Sussex in relation to various education matters with minimal supervision.
• This will require assessment of the needs of clients and responsibility for decisions which may affect the future wellbeing and circumstances of individual clients and/or residents of West Sussex.
• You will run a mixed case load of Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunals, advice to schools and academies, advice across Children's Services on education related matters, clerking school admission appeals and appeals in relation to exclusions and advice on data protection in schools and freedom of information related matters.
• You will also assist with delivering training in relation to these areas.
• There will be periodic requirements for lifting or carrying moderately heavy items such as case files.
• There is a regular and intrinsic requirement to communicate in English with members of the public.

Lawyer
Location: London Road, SM4 5DX
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 3+ Months
Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £ 40.16 per hour
Job Ref: (phone number removed)
 
Job Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert legal advice and support on commercial property matters. This includes drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and representing the client in legal proceedings. The role also involves collaborating with other departments to provide comprehensive legal solutions and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of changes in property law.
Person Specifications

• Must be a qualified legal executive, solicitor, or barrister with a solid understanding of commercial property law.

• Possess excellent communication skills to effectively convey legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously.

• Strong analytical skills to assess legal risks and provide strategic advice.

• Experience working in a public sector environment is desirable.

 
DISCLAIMER:  By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organizations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.   

Lawyer

Location: Orchard Street, Lincoln, LN1 1YL
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 3+ Months
Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £ 20.85  per hour 
Job Ref: OR12950
Job Responsibilities

• Handle a comprehensive range of local government commercial conveyancing work.

• Manage landlord and tenant matters, primarily under the 1954 Act.

• Oversee the sale and purchase of land transactions.

• Potential involvement in some residential conveyancing, excluding Right to Buy (RTB) cases.

• Collaborate effectively within a remote working environment, with an initial expectation of spending one or two full days in the office, followed by visits every three to four weeks.

Person Specifications

• Proven experience in commercial conveyancing within a local government context.

• Strong understanding of landlord and tenant legislation, particularly the 1954 Act.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.

• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently in a remote setting.

• Willingness to travel to the office periodically as required.

 
DISCLAIMER:  By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.   

West Sussex County Council are looking for an interview Lawyer to join the council.

• Pay 400 per day LTD
• Office Base - County Hall Chichester Working arrangements - Attendance in office required once a month
• Inside IR35.

Job Description:

• Your primary focus will be to provide clear and balanced advice to the Learning Directorate in Children's Services and schools in West Sussex in relation to various education matters with minimal supervision.
• This will require assessment of the needs of clients and responsibility for decisions which may affect the future wellbeing and circumstances of individual clients and/or residents of West Sussex.
• You will run a mixed case load of Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunals, advice to schools and academies, advice across Children's Services on education related matters, clerking school admission appeals and appeals in relation to exclusions and advice on data protection in schools and freedom of information related matters.
• You will also assist with delivering training in relation to these areas.
• There will be periodic requirements for lifting or carrying moderately heavy items such as case files.
• There is a regular and intrinsic requirement to communicate in English with members of the public.

Enfield Legal Services is seeking a Senior Property Lawyer to join our dynamic in-house legal team. This opportunity has arisen due to an increase in high-level property, regeneration, and commercial development work across the borough.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality legal advice and support on a broad range of commercial property and regeneration matters, contributing directly to Enfield’s ambitious growth and sustainability agenda. You will be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking, and client-focused legal service that plays a critical role in delivering the council’s strategic objectives.

Manage a complex and high-volume caseload of commercial property, regeneration, and development matters with minimal supervision.

Provide legal advice on acquisitions, disposals, leases, licenses, development agreements, overage, and other commercial property issues.

Draft, negotiate, and advise on a wide range of legal documents and contracts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with the Council’s goals and policies.

Support major regeneration projects and strategic development initiatives, working closely with internal departments, external consultants, and stakeholders.

Provide practical and solution-focused legal advice to officers, senior managers, and elected members.

aAttend internal meetings, external negotiations, and committee meetings as required.

Assist in the development of junior lawyers and contribute to the legal service’s knowledge sharing and training.

Maintain excellent file management, record-keeping, and compliance with legal practice standards.

Qualified Lawyer, Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX with at least 5 years post-qualification experience (PQE) in commercial property law.

Demonstrable experience of handling complex legal matters including leases, development agreements, and regeneration schemes.

Strong legal drafting and negotiation skills.

Ability to manage a heavy caseload independently while meeting tight deadlines.

Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.

Ability to build effective working relationships with clients, colleagues, and external partners.

Strong problem-solving skills and a pragmatic approach to legal risk.

Principal Lawyer

Rate: 60-70 per hour - Negotiable DOE
Contract Length: 6-month initial contract
Southwest Local Authority
Flexible Hybrid Working - 2 days per week in office

Spencer Clarke Group are working with a local authority in the Southwest region to find an outstanding Principal Lawyer to lead its specialist team, with a primary focus on Childcare Law and a secondary focus on Adult Social Care Law .

This is a pivotal leadership role during a period of organisational change, where you will provide stability, direction, and expertise to a high-performing legal team.

A visible office presence is required to ensure strong team cohesion, effective collaboration, and proactive leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop a team of specialist lawyers and legal officers within Childcare and Adult Social Care law.
• Provide expert legal advice to senior leaders, Members, and committees on complex and high-profile matters.
• Contribute to strategic decision-making across the Council, balancing legal risk, governance, and service priorities.
• Supervise case allocation, oversee complex casework (including Judicial Reviews), and ensure robust quality assurance.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive with a current practising certificate.
• Significant experience in Childcare Law (essential) and Adult Social Care Law (desirable).
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with proven experience guiding teams through change.
• Excellent advocacy, communication, and influencing skills.
• Resilient, politically astute, and confident handling complex and sensitive legal matters.

If you're interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Max using the details below:

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Our legal specialist, Max, has extensive experience across all areas of the legal market and recruits for positions at every level - from legal assistants and paralegals through to Directors of Legal and Monitoring Officers. If this particular role isn't quite right for you, but you'd like to explore other opportunities, please get in touch using the contact details above for a confidential discussion about the market.

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INDSCGMC

• Manage a varied caseload of residential conveyancing transactions from instruction to completion, including sales, purchases, re-mortgages, and transfers of equity.
• Provide expert legal advice and support to clients on all aspects of the conveyancing process.
• Conduct thorough due diligence, including property searches, title checks, and reviewing contracts.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other parties involved in the conveyancing process to ensure smooth and timely transactions.
• Prepare and draft necessary legal documents and correspondence.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all transactions and client communications.

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 1 years PQE handling a full range ofresidential conveyancing matters
• Strong understanding of conveyancing law and procedures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload with minimal supervision
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Proficient in using conveyancing software and other legal technology

• Salary is to be in excess of 45,000
• Holiday entitlement of 28 days + bank holidays
• Training and development opportunities
• Healthinsurance including optical and dental cashback (single coverage)
• Enhanced sick pay
• Professional membership, certification and subscription fees paid for lawyers and other professionals