Reference: JN-102026-7120701Posted: 2026-10-07Location: Sheffield, England, GBSalary: 60000 - 62000 /yearCompany: Michael PageJob function: LegalSubsector: LitigationSector: Financial ServicesWhere: SheffieldContract type: InterimConsultant name: Mike SmithConsultant phone: +44 07881904018Enjoy excellent benefits, flexibility and career developmentRare opportunity to work In-houseAbout Our Client Our client is a nationally significant, government backed economic development institution with a clear purpose: helping drive sustainable economic growth and supporting businesses across the UK.
Job Description
The In House Litigation Solicitor will be: Providing legal advice and support on litigation, disputes and potential legal challenges across the organisation.
Advising on appropriate governance, escalation and risk management processes.
Providing advice on contentious matters within a financial services environment. Working with senior stakeholders and business teams with practical, commercially focused legal advice.
Providing legal input to Product, Risk and Compliance, Policy, Strategy, Economics, Finance and Procurement teams. Advising on Freedom of Information requests, including challenges involving the ICO or First Tier Tribunal.
Supporting the development of legal knowledge management, training and horizon scanning.
Helping to standardise legal documentation, processes and internal know how.
Managing and overseeing external legal advisers, ensuring quality, efficiency and value for money.
The Successful Applicant The In House Litigation Solicitor should be: A solicitor with 4+ years PQE plus and who is available at short noticeExperienced in litigation, disputes or contentious legal matters.
Ideally experienced within an in house financial services, banking or regulated environment. Comfortable advising senior stakeholders and managing competing priorities.
Experienced in providing pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice.
Knowledgeable around governance, risk and escalation processes.
Ideally familiar with Freedom of Information matters and challenges involving the ICO or First Tier Tribunal.
Confident managing external legal advisers and controlling legal spend. A strong communicator who can build effective relationships across a complex organisation.
Commercially minded, collaborative and comfortable working with a high degree of autonomy.
What's on OfferSalary ranging from 60,000 to 62,000Generous pension scheme.
Generous holidayHybrid working arrangementsIf you're interested in this role, apply now.
In-house Litigation Solicitor in Sheffield employer: Michael Page International
As a not-for-profit organisation based in London, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and high-performing work culture that prioritises professional growth and meaningful transformation. Our commitment to employee development is matched by a competitive salary and a standard benefits package, making us an excellent employer for those looking to make a significant impact in the technology and telecoms sector.
Contact Details:
Michael Page International Recruitment Team
