Interim Litigation Lawyer (Level 5) – Waltham Forest
Temporary | Inside IR35 | Hybrid Working
Ribble Recruitment is assisting a London local authority in sourcing an Interim Litigation Lawyer (Level 5) to cover a maternity leave within their Litigation & Public Law team. Ribble Recruitment handles candidate sourcing, screening, and the initial stages of the recruitment process for this role.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a Lexcel-accredited legal service, managing a varied caseload while being supported by senior lawyers, legal officers, and paralegals.
Key Details
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Order number: OR20207
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Contract: 12-week temporary assignment (maternity cover)
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Start date: 02 February 2026
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Hours: 36 hours per week
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IR35: Inside IR35
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Working pattern: Hybrid – 1 day onsite, 4 days remote (TBC)
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Location: Waltham Forest Town Hall, Forest Road, Walthamstow, E17 4JF, UK
Pay Rates
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PAYE: £29.38 per hour
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Umbrella / Limited: £38.45 per hour
Role Overview
You will manage a challenging litigation caseload within the council’s legal service, providing advice and advocacy across one or more of the following areas:
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Complex possession proceedings
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Housing judicial review and access cases
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Anti-social behaviour and injunction work
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Homelessness-related litigation
Responsibilities include:
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Giving legal advice and drafting documents
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Conducting litigation and undertaking advocacy
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Supporting internal clients across the council
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Assisting in operational delivery of Legal Services
Candidate Requirements
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Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or FILEX
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Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience
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Experience in housing litigation, judicial review, or injunctions
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Willingness to undertake County Court advocacy (desirable)
Why This Role?
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Join a high-performing, supportive in-house legal team
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Hybrid working and flexible arrangements considered
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Inclusive employer committed to equality, diversity, and progression
To Apply:
Contact Lewis Ashcroft at Ribble Recruitment:
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Phone: (phone number removed)Ribble Recruitment is handling the full recruitment process for this role, including candidate sourcing, screening, and initial stages of assessment