Our client, based in Ipswich, is looking for a temporary Locum Property Lawyer. The hourly rate is £75 per hour, working 37 hours per week and the role is remote. Essential: Qualified Lawyer Solicitor/Barrister or have attained Institute of Legal Executives (FILEX) qualification or a willingness to work towards those qualifications provided you have considerable experience in your relevant area of specialism. Evidence of continuing professional development. Have detailed specialist knowledge of at least one of the major areas of legal practice required, either in Property, Planning, Commercial Contracts, Litigation or Housing Disrepair. The main purpose of this job is to provide a comprehensive legal service to all members and officers of the organisation and to advise at meetings on a range of legal issues. Also to assist the Heads of Legal Services to provide timely and well managed cost effective legal services.
May 19, 2026
Seasonal
Our client, based in Ipswich, is looking for a temporary Locum Property Lawyer. The hourly rate is £75 per hour, working 37 hours per week and the role is remote. Essential: Qualified Lawyer Solicitor/Barrister or have attained Institute of Legal Executives (FILEX) qualification or a willingness to work towards those qualifications provided you have considerable experience in your relevant area of specialism. Evidence of continuing professional development. Have detailed specialist knowledge of at least one of the major areas of legal practice required, either in Property, Planning, Commercial Contracts, Litigation or Housing Disrepair. The main purpose of this job is to provide a comprehensive legal service to all members and officers of the organisation and to advise at meetings on a range of legal issues. Also to assist the Heads of Legal Services to provide timely and well managed cost effective legal services.
Our client Somerset council is looking for an Adults Housing & Litigation Lawyer to join their team. Role Purpose The Lawyer provides effective legal advice and support to Somerset Council, ensuring the Council's activities are legally compliant and risks are managed appropriately. The postholder manages a caseload of legal matters, working collaboratively with colleagues and clients to deliver high-quality legal services. The role involves advising on a range of legal issues, drafting legal documents, and representing the Council as required. The Lawyer will contribute to the continuous improvement of Legal Services and support the achievement of the Council's objectives. Your day-to-day work will involve: To be responsible for a mixed caseload of matters regarding Adult Social Care and Education, including advocacy, with supervision provided by more senior lawyers within the team. Timely and effective liaison with support staff, building and maintaining synergy working. Develop and foster effective working relationships with the Principal Lawyer and other lawyers within the Social Care Legal team, key stakeholders and client departments, acquiring, developing and maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the client's business needs and objectives and sharing this with the team so these are widely understood. Accountabilities Provide clear and accurate legal advice to officers, elected members, and committees. Manage a caseload of legal matters, ensuring timely and effective resolution. Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, contracts, and agreements. Represent the Council in legal proceedings, tribunals, and hearings as required. Support the development and delivery of training for clients and colleagues. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant law and practice. Build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Contribute to service improvement and innovation within Legal Services. Ensure compliance with professional standards and statutory obligations. Promote the Council's values and customer-focused approach. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.
May 18, 2026
Seasonal
Our client Somerset council is looking for an Adults Housing & Litigation Lawyer to join their team. Role Purpose The Lawyer provides effective legal advice and support to Somerset Council, ensuring the Council's activities are legally compliant and risks are managed appropriately. The postholder manages a caseload of legal matters, working collaboratively with colleagues and clients to deliver high-quality legal services. The role involves advising on a range of legal issues, drafting legal documents, and representing the Council as required. The Lawyer will contribute to the continuous improvement of Legal Services and support the achievement of the Council's objectives. Your day-to-day work will involve: To be responsible for a mixed caseload of matters regarding Adult Social Care and Education, including advocacy, with supervision provided by more senior lawyers within the team. Timely and effective liaison with support staff, building and maintaining synergy working. Develop and foster effective working relationships with the Principal Lawyer and other lawyers within the Social Care Legal team, key stakeholders and client departments, acquiring, developing and maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the client's business needs and objectives and sharing this with the team so these are widely understood. Accountabilities Provide clear and accurate legal advice to officers, elected members, and committees. Manage a caseload of legal matters, ensuring timely and effective resolution. Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, contracts, and agreements. Represent the Council in legal proceedings, tribunals, and hearings as required. Support the development and delivery of training for clients and colleagues. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant law and practice. Build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Contribute to service improvement and innovation within Legal Services. Ensure compliance with professional standards and statutory obligations. Promote the Council's values and customer-focused approach. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.
Sellick Partnership are excited to be recruiting for a Housing Litigation Lawyer, Solicitor, or Barrister, to join a well-regarded legal services team in a South London Council. This is an excellent post for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister who is wanting to extend their experience in public sector housing litigation work. We are looking for a Housing Litigation Lawyer to advise client officers, and have conduct of litigation on behalf of the council. Local Authority experience is highly desirable. The successful Housing Litigation Lawyer will work on a wide range of housing and litigation matters, at all levels of court and tribunals. The role will involve covering a wide range of housing management issues including housing possessions, anti-social behaviour injunctions, housing disrepair and homelessness. Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate experience of handling a complex caseload of this nature including drafting and advocacy and preferably have experience of working for a local authority or social landlord in this context. The Housing and Litigation Team is very friendly and supportive, and can offer some training where appropriate. This position will suit an ambitious team player who will be able to adapt well within the local authority. Our client is happy to consider candidates from either a public sector or private practice background. The role will involve office presence once a week at the offices in South London and there may be the requirement to attend Court hearings in person. The Council offices are easily accessible via public transport. The role is locum initially for 3 months and is likely to be extended for 6-9 months + rolling contract. We encourage interested applicants to apply immediately to be considered for short listing. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
May 16, 2026
Contractor
Sellick Partnership are excited to be recruiting for a Housing Litigation Lawyer, Solicitor, or Barrister, to join a well-regarded legal services team in a South London Council. This is an excellent post for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister who is wanting to extend their experience in public sector housing litigation work. We are looking for a Housing Litigation Lawyer to advise client officers, and have conduct of litigation on behalf of the council. Local Authority experience is highly desirable. The successful Housing Litigation Lawyer will work on a wide range of housing and litigation matters, at all levels of court and tribunals. The role will involve covering a wide range of housing management issues including housing possessions, anti-social behaviour injunctions, housing disrepair and homelessness. Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate experience of handling a complex caseload of this nature including drafting and advocacy and preferably have experience of working for a local authority or social landlord in this context. The Housing and Litigation Team is very friendly and supportive, and can offer some training where appropriate. This position will suit an ambitious team player who will be able to adapt well within the local authority. Our client is happy to consider candidates from either a public sector or private practice background. The role will involve office presence once a week at the offices in South London and there may be the requirement to attend Court hearings in person. The Council offices are easily accessible via public transport. The role is locum initially for 3 months and is likely to be extended for 6-9 months + rolling contract. We encourage interested applicants to apply immediately to be considered for short listing. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Our client, based in Ipswich, is looking for a temporary Locum Property Lawyer. The hourly rate is £75 per hour, working 37 hours per week and the role is remote. Essential: Qualified Lawyer Solicitor/Barrister or have attained Institute of Legal Executives (FILEX) qualification or a willingness to work towards those qualifications provided you have considerable experience in your relevant area of specialism. Evidence of continuing professional development. Have detailed specialist knowledge of at least one of the major areas of legal practice required, either in Property, Planning, Commercial Contracts, Litigation or Housing Disrepair. The main purpose of this job is to provide a comprehensive legal service to all members and officers of the organisation and to advise at meetings on a range of legal issues. Also to assist the Heads of Legal Services to provide timely and well managed cost effective legal services.
May 14, 2026
Seasonal
Our client, based in Ipswich, is looking for a temporary Locum Property Lawyer. The hourly rate is £75 per hour, working 37 hours per week and the role is remote. Essential: Qualified Lawyer Solicitor/Barrister or have attained Institute of Legal Executives (FILEX) qualification or a willingness to work towards those qualifications provided you have considerable experience in your relevant area of specialism. Evidence of continuing professional development. Have detailed specialist knowledge of at least one of the major areas of legal practice required, either in Property, Planning, Commercial Contracts, Litigation or Housing Disrepair. The main purpose of this job is to provide a comprehensive legal service to all members and officers of the organisation and to advise at meetings on a range of legal issues. Also to assist the Heads of Legal Services to provide timely and well managed cost effective legal services.
