Job description

2-3 month contract role with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

• The Royal Borough of Greenwich is seeking a Senior Lawyer (PO6) to join the Housing & Litigation Team on an agency basis.

• The role involves managing a complex caseload, with a strong focus on prosecutions, and providing high-quality legal advice and representation to support the Council’s objectives.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

• Manage a substantial and complex caseload within housing litigation and prosecution matters.

• Conduct prosecutions on behalf of the Council, including case preparation and advocacy where appropriate.

• Provide expert legal advice to internal stakeholders, ensuring compliance with current legislation and best practice.

• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, notices, and agreements.

• Represent the Council in court, tribunals, and hearings.

• Support the wider legal team in delivering an efficient and effective legal service.

• Ensure all work is carried out in line with professional standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills/Experience:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with relevant practising certificate.

• Strong experience in housing law and litigation.

• Proven experience in conducting prosecutions.

• Excellent advocacy and case management skills.

• Ability to manage a high-volume, complex caseload independently.

• Strong drafting and legal research skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Knowledge of local government legal frameworks is desirable.

Additional Information:

• Bi-Weekly Payments.

• Location: Royal Borough of Greenwich.

• Duration: 29/03/2026 – 07/06/2026.

• Hours: 35 hours per week (09:00 – 17:00).