Legal Advisor

Legal Advisor

Location: Newry Mourne and Down District Council - Newry
Job Type: Temporary | Full-Time Opportunities Available
Salary: £21.56

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay - Earn a great hourly rate while gaining valuable experience.
• Supportive Team - Work with a friendly and professional team that values collaboration.

About the Role

We are recruiting a Legal Advisor to join our team at our Newry, Mourne and Down District Council facilities. The successful applicant will be required to provide professional specialist advice and guidance to Council Officers and elected members on legal matters such as the acquisition and disposal of land, contractual matters and legislative responsibilities. To draft, issue, monitor and provide advice on legal documentation including Leases, Licenses, Contracts, Tender documents, Letters of Offer, Funding Agreements and Bye-Laws.

Key Responsibilities

• To provide a professional, responsive and effective legal advice service to the Council as directed by
  the Head of Legal Administration.
• To manage an assigned caseload in order to protect and further the objectives of internal
  departments and to ensure the Council's policies and decisions are carried out accurately and within
• To provide professional and timely legal advice on matters relating to the functions and exercise of
  the powers and duties of Council, including the interpretation of legislation and requirements of
  administrative law and contractual and conveyancing matters to Council Officers and elected
• To undertake legal research and drafting of legal documentation, maintaining an index of useful
  cases and drafts for departmental use.
• To deal with such enquiries from service areas of the Council, outside agencies, external solicitors,
  elected members and members of the public as they relate to legal aspects of the Council's
• To negotiate, draft and settle Contract documents and Agreements, including the negotiation of
  Terms of Agreement in relation to the procurement of works, supplies and services in accordance
  with the provisions of all relevant EC and domestic legislation and Councils Standing Orders, policies
  and procedures.
• To prepare, issue, monitor and advise on legal documentation including but not limited to Contracts,
  Tenders, Service Level Agreements, Deeds of Charge, Summonses, Warrant Applications, Letters of
  Offer, Leases and Licenses.
• To safeguard Councils land and property and to investigate and assist with the defence of adverse
  possession claims and possessory title applications on behalf of the Council, regularising Councils title
  as required.

Required:

• A degree in Law OR In lieu of a law degree, a degree in any other subject plus a post degree legal qualification e.g. Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL).
• A minimum of 1 years' experience providing legal advice in both conveyancing and contract law to include drafting, interpreting, negotiating and providing advice on contracts and other legal agreements.
• 1 years' experience in the analysis and interpretation of maps and site layout drawings.
• Competence in the use of all Microsoft Office packages including Word and Excel.
• Hold a full valid driving licence and have access to transport to meet the requirements of the post; OR
  Have access to a mode of transport that will enable the post holder to fulfil the role in full. (It should be noted that the post will involve travel across the district on a regular basis).
• Ability to work outside of normal office hours, including evenings, weekends and public/bank holidays.

How to Apply

If you're looking for a dynamic receptionist and administrative role with great benefits, we'd love to hear from you!

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced environment while making a real impact. Apply now!

**Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK and Ireland. We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.**