Legal officer

Enfield, United Kingdom | Posted on 25/06/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That's why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

3-month contract role with a local authority

Summary

• This is a 3-month contract role with a local authority, designed to provide a comprehensive, high-quality legal service to internal stakeholders, including Council departments, maintained schools, and associated organisations. The position requires independently managing allocated legal work, delivering value for money, maintaining strong client communication, and ensuring compliance with professional standards such as Lexcel.

Responsibilities

• Deliver legal advice and support across a range of Local Authority matters, with a focus on housing disrepair.
• Manage a personal caseload, including drafting legal documents, providing advice, and representing the Council in court where appropriate.
• Support senior lawyers in ensuring the Council complies with all legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Provide proactive, solution-focused legal advice to internal clients.

Requirements:

Essential Experience Required

• Experience in or a strong interest in housing disrepair law.
• Practical experience in at least one other legal area (e.g., housing, litigation, property, prosecutions, governance).
• Experience of managing a varied caseload with minimal supervision.

Essential Qualifications Required

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to advise clients clearly in English.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage conflicting priorities.
• Professional, courteous, and client-focused approach.

Additional Information

• Working hours: 35 hours per week.
• Hybrid working: 2 days in the office. For the first week, the candidate will be required to come in for a minimum of 4 days to learn our processes.
• We operate on a bi-weekly schedule.

The role closes on 6th July 2026.