Junior Lawyer (PO2)
Enfield Council
Role
Who You Are
You are a qualified Solicitor of England and Wales, Barrister, CILEX, licensed conveyancer, or equivalent, or will be qualifying within 6 months of commencing the role. You bring some experience within the relevant work area, with skills in drafting documents or court papers and providing advice to clients. You have a positive attitude, can take responsibility for your work, and are eager to contribute to a collaborative and supportive team environment.
What the Job Involves
As a Junior Lawyer within the Legal Services team, you will provide a comprehensive legal service to the Council, maintained Schools, and Trading Companies. Tasks include managing legal work under supervision, with a focus on planning, property, and regeneration matters. You'll also be responsible for adopting best practices, keeping up with legal developments, instructing Counsel where authorized, and assisting senior members to ensure legislative compliance. Your role involves conducting advocacy, advising members during meetings, and providing cover for team members when required.
Skills
- Qualified as a Solicitor/Barrister/CILEX/licensed conveyancer
- Experience in drafting documents and providing client advice
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to conduct legal research and analyze information
- Experience using a legal case management system
- Positive and collaborative work ethic
- Good IT skills