Southwark, United Kingdom | Posted on 15/06/2026
At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.
In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.
Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre‑screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well‑positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.
Job Description
3 Month Contract With A local Authority
Job Purpose
To provide high-quality legal advice and representation across a broad range of general civil litigation matters on behalf of the Council. The role involves managing a varied and often complex caseload, supporting Council departments with legal advice, and ensuring the effective conduct of litigation in accordance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a varied caseload of general litigation matters from inception through to resolution.
- Advise Council departments and stakeholders on a broad range of civil litigation issues.
- Conduct litigation relating to landlord and tenant disputes (commercial and residential), debt recovery, contract disputes, injunctions, enforcement matters, and disputes arising under the Electronic Communications Code.
- Prepare legal documents, pleadings, witness statements, court applications, and settlement agreements.
- Represent the Council in courts, tribunals, and other hearings, including undertaking advocacy where appropriate.
- Provide clear, practical, and commercially focused legal advice to clients and stakeholders.
- Ensure effective file management and compliance with court deadlines, procedural requirements, and service standards.
- Monitor developments in legislation, case law, and policy and apply them effectively to client matters.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal departments, external legal professionals, courts, and other stakeholders.
- Contribute to the effective delivery of legal services and support the Council’s wider objectives.
Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate (where applicable).
- Significant post‑qualification experience in general civil litigation.
- Strong knowledge of landlord and tenant law, debt recovery, contract disputes, injunctions, enforcement proceedings, and general litigation practice.
- Excellent knowledge of court and tribunal procedures and relevant Civil Procedure Rules.
- Experience managing a complex and varied caseload independently.
- Strong advocacy, negotiation, drafting, and legal research skills.
- Experience advising public sector or local authority clients on litigation matters.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly to non‑legal audiences.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship‑building skills.
- Experience undertaking advocacy in courts and tribunals.
- Experience dealing with disputes arising under the Electronic Communications Code.
- Knowledge of local government law and its application to litigation matters.
- Experience working within a local authority legal team.
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