Advocate Counsel

Housing & Litigation Advocate

£500 - £530 per day (Umbrella)

Hybrid working - minimum 2 days per week in office

Are you an experienced advocate with a passion for securing justice through expert litigation? Pertemps, in partnership with Hammersmith & Fulham Council, is seeking a skilled Advocate to deliver high-quality representation in courts and tribunals, focusing on housing and regulatory litigation.

Why This Role Appeals to Litigation Specialists

• Own a broad and challenging housing litigation caseload: homelessness, allocations, anti-social behaviour injunctions, closure orders, disrepair, and leasehold issues.
• Represent the Council in diverse courts including County Court, Magistrates Court, First-Tier and Upper Tribunals, providing authoritative advocacy and legal advice.
• Conduct prosecutions in Magistrates Court on regulatory matters and provide expert negotiation on litigation risk and tactics.
• Play a vital role in reducing reliance on external counsel, delivering cost-efficient, high-quality legal services.
• Mentor junior lawyers, setting performance standards and embedding the Council's values through collaborative leadership.
• Contribute to complex policy development by advising at cabinet and scrutiny meetings, enhancing the Council's reputation.

About You

• Qualified barrister, solicitor, or CILEX Advocate with Higher Rights of Audience preferred.
• Extensive advocacy experience, particularly in county and magistrates courts.
• Strong knowledge of housing law and regulatory frameworks, with flexibility to expand expertise as needed.
• Excellent oral and written communication, with proven ability to influence outcomes in high-pressure settings.
• Committed to public service values, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Hybrid Working

This role supports Hammersmith & Fulham's hybrid working policy requiring a minimum of 2 days per week in the office to maintain strong team collaboration and effective leadership.

Apply today to advance your career in a high-impact advocacy role with Pertemps and Hammersmith & Fulham Council.