152 Lawyer jobs in the United Kingdom

Lawyer

Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday, 11th of August 2025.

Location : Manchester, M2 3AW / City of Westminster, London, SW1A 2BQ

Salary : £52,082 - £7,790 + benefits (including a Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%)

We lead the Government's work on the future governance of football. At present, the Shadow Football Regulator comprises over 30 members of staff, led by an interim Chief Operating Officer, undertaking a range of activities in preparation for passage of the Football Governance Bill, which is currently in Parliament. 

The Shadow Football Regulator is a dedicated team within DCMS which is responsible for setting up the Independent Football Regulator. It is ensuring the Regulator has the right skills, governance and corporate functions so it can start work as soon as possible after the Bill receives Royal Assent.

This post, and its recruitment, is dependent on progress of the Bill, and the intention is for this role to transfer to the Regulator once it's legally established. 

Please note that the Independent Football Regulator will be based in Greater Manchester, but an exact location has yet to be determined.

Job Description

We are recruiting a Lawyer to join the Shadow Football Regulator (SFR) to help advise and shape the organisation in parallel with Parliamentary passage of the associated legal framework. 

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing the legal function within the new organisation and supporting the organisation in developing and overseeing a legally robust regime. 

The successful candidate will work with the legal team and wider organisation to identify, monitor and manage legal risks attaching to the IFR’s activities.

This work will include advising, amongst other issues, on the IFR’s powers and obligations, the legal risks attaching to different regulatory strategies and approaches, regulatory investigations and enforcement, litigation and appeals, the IFR’s decision-making obligations, corporate governance and wider public law issues.

The candidate will be required to provide practical legal advice to IFR teams within a nascent legal framework, and to ground this advice in the relevant statutory, public law and industry context. 

The legal team will also be expected to work collaboratively with the sponsor department, DCMS, as well as with a variety of other bodies, including within the football industry.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements:

• Post-qualification experience advising on one or more of the following: Regulatory compliance or enforcement, whether as a Regulator or more generally on matters subject to regulatory oversight / Public law duties and considerations / Litigation and data protection.
• The ability to work effectively in a wider team and build trusted relationships with colleagues, clients and others.
• Have a track record of picking up new and complex areas of legal work quickly and providing context-appropriate advice in high-profile and fast-moving situations.
• The ability to effectively managing legal risk, providing sound legal direction, leadership and oversight to ensure quality outcomes.
• Creative thinking and excellent judgement to deliver authoritative and credible legal advice, at pace, to facilitate practical solutions.

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £52,082, Depart nt for Culture, Media and Sport contributes 5,088 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.

DCMS values its staff and offers a wide range of benefits to everyone who works here. We’re committed to developing talent and supporting colleagues to have great careers in our department. To support with that, some of the benefits we offer include:

• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working - DCMS staff work on a flexible basis with time spent in offices, and time spent working from home
• 26.5 days annual leave on entry, increasing to 31.5 days after 5 years’ service
• A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
• Access to the Edenred employee benefits system which offers discounts to popular retailers and access to various useful resources such as financial and savings advice
• 3 days of paid volunteering leave
• Up to 9 months maternity leave on full pay + generous paternity and adoption leave
• Staff reward and recognition bonuses that operate throughout the year
• Occupational sick pay
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme which offers staff 24/7 confidential support and resources such as counselling, debt guidance and management advice
• Active and engaged staff networks to join including the LGBT+, Ethnic Diversity, Mental Health and Wellbeing and Gender Equality Networks
• Exceptional learning and development opportunities that you can explore alongside your day-to-day work
• Season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme and much more!

How To Apply

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Lawyer

Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday, 11th of August 2025.

Location : Manchester, M2 3AW / City of Westminster, London, SW1A 2BQ

Salary : £52,082 - £67,790 + benefits (including a Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%)

We lead the Government's work on the future governance of football. At present, the Shadow Football Regulator comprises over 30 members of staff, led by an inter.

In-House Legal Counsel

Three days based at Head Office Exeter

Job Overview

As an integral part of our senior management team, the In-House Counsel is tasked with providing expert legal guidance and support to ensure our operations align with all applicable laws and regulations.

This position requires robust understanding of commercial law, regulatory compliance, contract negotiation, property law, l.

Commercial Lawyer

Lincoln

44,059 - 47,134 per annum+ local government pension!

Sellick Partnership are pleased to be working in partnership with a well-respected local authority in the Midlands. We are supporting City of Lincoln Council exclusively with the recruitment for a Commercial Lawyer to join their legal services team permanently. This will be an exciting opportunity to get involved with a range of commercial matters, procurements, and the development of leading practices.

Duties of the Commercial Lawyer opportunity will include:

• Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Advising on all aspects of public procurement.
• Dealing with funding and grant agreements.
• To support and lead on the development of corporate issues.
• Liaising with internal, external clients, and stakeholders.
• To provide a comprehensive legal service to the Council.

Benefits of the Commercial Lawyer opportunity will include:

• Flexible working arrangements, one day a week in the office.
• Flexi-time scheme, you can accrue an extra 2 days of leave per month!
• 29 days holidays + bank holidays
• Local government pension scheme (23.4% employer contributions)
• Employee online discount schemes, including; supermarkets, cinema, retail, tech
• Continuous development opportunities
• Sustainable Travel Options (Tax-free bike scheme and discounted City parking)

Experience required:

Qualified as a Solicitor or Cilex qualified. We would be extremely interested in hearing from candidates with a private practice or public sector background. Newly qualified candidates with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit your CV or contact India Langman in the Sellick Partnership Manchester office for a confidential chat

Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Hillingdon 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 Property Lawyer this role will be: Hybrid 2 Days Office Based UB8 1UW

The right candidate will:

Property Lawyer required to undertake full range of residential and commercial work but specifically, working on the Council's disposal project including reports on title and sales process.

• Conduct of complex and large acquisitions and disposals by agreement and under compulsory purchase powers as well as smaller and routine conveyancing work.
• Deal with the Conveyancing aspects of sales to Council tenants and all Agreements and Charges with and to the Housing Associations.
• Ensure the relevant authority has been obtained prior to the completion of every transaction.
• Undertake correspondence relating to easements, boundaries, restrictive covenants etc., and consult as appropriate with Groups, other parties, barristers and solicitors on related matters.
• Set the detailed programme for the Property Aspect of Compulsory Purchaser Orders and to ensure all related work is undertaken within the relevant timescale, including the proper scrutiny of objections received, the sealing of the approved order, drafting of notices and advertisements etc. and shall include:-
• Deal with all objections received negotiating as required with a view to an agreement to withdraw objections, to prepare recommendations relating to evidence required for Inquires and to prepare proofs evidence for approval by barristers.

We require the following:

• To be an admitted Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives and have a right of audience in all Proceedings in the County Court or be about to gain such a right of audience.
• Experience of dealing with all aspects of commercial property work
• Experience of dealing with all aspects of residential property work

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,

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Family Lawyer to join our well-established client's legal team based in King's Lynn. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive, client-focused environment, offering hybrid flexibility and a diverse caseload. You will be responsible for handling a range of family law matters, delivering high-quality legal advice and representation.
Key Responsibilities:
•    Manage a varied caseload of family law matters including divorce, financial remedy, private children matters, domestic abuse, and cohabitation disputes
•    Represent clients in court where necessary, and liaise with barristers and other professionals
•    Provide clear, empathetic, and practical legal advice tailored to each client’s circumstances
•    Draft legal documentation including consent orders, parenting plans, and financial agreements
•    Conduct negotiations and manage client expectations professionally and effectively
•    Maintain accurate and timely file management using case management systems
•    Engage in business development and marketing initiatives to promote the firm’s family law services
Requirements:
•    Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (CILEX) with at least 2 years’ post-qualification experience in family law
•    Strong knowledge of current family law legislation and procedure
•    Experience in advocacy and court representation is desirable
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
•    Highly organised with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
•    A client-focused and empathetic approach to sensitive family issues
•    Proficiency in using legal case management systems
Benefits:
•    Competitive salary and benefits package
•    Hybrid working options
•    Supportive and collaborative work environment
•    Opportunities for professional development and career progression
•    Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme

Send your CV now for consideration.

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• Sales and purchases
• Remortgages
• Transfers of equity
• Freehold and leasehold matters

• Solicitor, Legal Executive or Licensed Conveyancer from 1 years + PQE within the area of Residential Conveyancing
• Works well under pressure
• Excellent client care skills
• Excellent communication skills with a client-focused approach
• Able to explain matters in clear, accessible language
• Ability to manage a busy, varied caseload
• IT literate

• Salary of 47,000+ and dependent on level of experience
• Flexibleworking
• Pension plan

Property lawyers required to undertake full range of residential and commercial work, in particular working on the Council's disposal program including ROTs and sales process

Litigation Lawyer

Permanent Contract

50,646 - 55,710

London Borough Council

Hybrid Working Arrangement

Our client is seeking a Litigation Lawyers to join their for dynamic and busy Local Authority in-house Legal Team.

The role

We are looking an experienced Litigation Lawyers to undertake a varied caseload of legal work. The role will report to and be directed and supervised by a Senior Lawyer. Depending on the requirement of the relevant Senior Lawyer, you will undertake litigation and prosecution work as necessary.

The post holder will be expected to handle under supervision and direction of the Senior Lawyer, a varied caseload of criminal and civil litigation matters, and judicial review cases. You will be required to advise, conduct negotiations, undertake drafting and attend meetings relevant to the role.

You may also be required to advise Members and Officers, and will undertake all contentious proceedings where appropriate, specifically civil and criminal matters. You may occasionally attend Licensing Committees, and advise Members and Officers in relation to these.

Candidates must have experience in at least 3 of the following 7 areas:

Homelessness

Prosecutions

Licensing

Judicial Review

Education

Litigation

No recourse to public funds

Although an understanding of, and familiarity with the Local Authority environment is an advantage, we would consider any applicant with a private practice background wanting to transfer their skills into the public sector.

In return, we'll offer excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits that include :

• Generous holiday allowance
• Local Government Pension scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Season ticket and bicycle loans
• A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
• Supportive staff networks

Location

The successful Litigation Lawyer is required to attend the office at least 2 days per week at a minimum.

If interested please get in touch with Rayhaneh Tehrani in our Manchester office to discuss.

Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.