At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal advice on licensing issues and represent the Council in hearings.
- Company: Join a dynamic public sector team in Hackney with a hybrid work model.
- Benefits: Competitive pay rate of £55 per hour and flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace committed to professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in local governance while developing your legal expertise.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with licensing experience and strong advocacy skills.
The predicted salary is between 55 - 55 £ per hour.
Role: Licensing Lawyer REF 134888
Contract Length: Until 29/01/27
Location: Hybrid/Hackney - attendance at Council offices and committee meetings as required
IR35: Inside
Pay Rate to Intermediary: £55 per hour
Spinwell is recruiting for a Licensing Lawyer for an excellent opportunity within the public sector.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE LICENSING LAWYER
- Provide clear, accurate, and pragmatic legal advice to client officers, senior management, and Licensing Committees on complex and routine licensing issues.
- Prepare complex reports and attend evening Licensing Sub-Committee hearings to provide live legal, procedural, and governance advice to elected Members.
- Represent the Council in Magistrates’ Court appeals, tribunals, and contested licensing review hearings where required.
- Draft legal notices, committee decisions, licensing conditions, and policy documents, while keeping abreast of statutory updates and legal developments affecting local authority licensing.
- Efficiently manage a high-volume, demanding caseload using our legal case management system, achieving the required annual target of 1,200 chargeable hours while adhering to Lexcel standards.
- Build strong working relationships with internal teams (such as Environmental Health, Trading Standards, and Planning), external agencies (including the Metropolitan Police and Fire Authority), applicants, and local residents.
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE OF THE LICENSING LAWYER
- Qualifications & Professional Requirements: Qualified Legal Professional: Solicitor or Barrister (qualified to practise in England & Wales) or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX).
- Experience & Skills:
- Licensing Expertise: Proven experience managing a caseload of routine and complex licensing matters within local government or private practice.
- Advocacy Experience: Demonstrable skills in advocacy before Licensing Sub-Committees, tribunals, or courts.
- Local Authority Governance: Sound understanding of local government decision-making, administrative law, public law principles, and the political sensitivity required when advising Members and committees.
- Communication & Influence: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the credibility and confidence to present complex legal arguments to diverse audiences.
- Caseload Management: Ability to handle a varied workload under tight deadlines while maintaining file management and Lexcel compliance standards.
If you are a Licensing Lawyer, apply now or send your CV to Spinwell!
We welcome all applications regardless of background, in line with our commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion.
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Licensing Lawyer - Council in Hackney employer: Spinwell Global
Spinwell Global is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in London that promotes a hybrid working model, allowing for flexibility and work-life balance. With a strong focus on employee development, the company provides ample opportunities for growth and training, ensuring that team leaders are well-equipped to support their caseworkers effectively. The collaborative culture fosters meaningful engagement with public sector operations, making it a rewarding place to contribute to impactful community initiatives.
