Senior Solicitor

Employment, Criminal and Commercial Litigation TeamWestminster City CouncilWorking Style: Agile - minimum 1 day per week in the officeThe OpportunityWe are seeking a talented litigation lawyer to join our Employment, Criminal and Commercial Litigation Team.We are open to candidates from either of the following backgrounds:Property Litigation Solicitors with experience handling commercial landlord and tenant disputes, development land matters, telecommunications disputes, possession proceedings, dilapidations, forfeiture, break notices and related contentious property work; orCommercial Litigation Solicitors with strong experience managing complex civil litigation matters, contractual disputes, injunctions, debt recovery, insolvency-related disputes and broader commercial litigation caseloads.This is an opportunity to work on high-profile, complex and politically sensitive matters, advising one of the UK''s most prominent local authorities. You will manage your own caseload while helping to support junior colleagues and contributing to the strategic objectives of the Council.Key ResponsibilitiesManage a varied caseload of complex civil, commercial and/or property litigation matters with minimal supervision.Conduct litigation in the County Court, High Court and relevant Tribunals.Provide clear, pragmatic and timely legal advice to Council departments and senior stakeholders.Draft pleadings, witness statements, legal agreements, reports and advisory documents.Negotiate ..... full job details .....