An exciting opportunity has arisen for an In House Litigation Solicitor in Sheffield to join a bank on a fixed term basis. You will advise on litigation, disputes, governance and contentious matters while working closely with senior stakeholders across the business.
This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with around 4 years PQE or more who is looking to move in house and gain broad commercial exposure within a purpose driven organisation.
Client Details
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.
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.
Profile
The In House Litigation Solicitor should be:
- A solicitor with 4+ years PQE plus and who is available at short notice
- Experienced 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.
Job Offer
- Salary ranging from £60,000 to £62,000
- Generous pension scheme.
- Generous holiday
- Hybrid working arrangements
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In-house Litigation Solicitor in Sheffield employer: Michael Page Legal
Join a leading international law firm renowned for its commitment to knowledge sharing and professional development, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the Corporate Tax & Incentives practice. With a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, this is an excellent opportunity for growth and innovation in a supportive environment that values your expertise and contributions. Engage with a diverse range of stakeholders and influence strategic initiatives while enjoying long-term career progression in a dynamic and respected firm.
