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Form of workLawyer - Dispute Resolution & Compliance
Merton, London
Initial 3-6 mth contract
rate negotiable based on experience
Senior Lawyer - Dispute Resolution and Compliance team Senior Lawyer - Dispute Resolution and Compliance team
We are looking for a Senior Lawyer (Enforcement & Licensing ) with an estimated assignment duration of 6 months pending the appointment of a permanent replacement.
The successful applicant will be:
- an experienced lawyer who has a background Enforcement and Licensing;
- a team player, self-motivated and flexible and able to work to tight timescales for multiple boroughs; and
- manage a small team of 3 experienced enforcement lawyers.
The role involves dealing with a wide range of matters acting as both prosecutor and complainant in all types of regulatory enforcement and compliance including food safety, trading standards, health and safety, blue badge, dangerous structures, planning and highways, environmental, CIL recovery etc.
The successful applicant will conduct their own advocacy in the magistrates’ court but will instruct counsel where appropriate In the licensing context, the role involves acting as legal adviser to licensing sub-committees and representing the committees on appeals.
A knowledge of local government legislation is essential
If you have any questions about this role or wish to apply, please contact isobel@deekay.co.uk who will respond at the earliest convenience.
