Senior Prosecutions Lawyer

Description:

Enfield Legal Services is seeking a Senior Prosecutions Lawyer to join its in-house legal team. This role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality legal advice while contributing to the borough’s sustainability and quality of life. The successful candidate will handle a heavy caseload with minimum supervision, specialising in regulatory prosecutions, Housing Act 2004, and Environmental Protection Act 1990 matters. This role is open to Solicitors, Barristers, or Fellows of CILEX.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out prosecutions under relevant legislation with accuracy and professionalism

• Draft and negotiate legal documents

• Manage a significant caseload independently

• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior legal staff

• Collaborate with other teams within the department when required

• Participate in flexible hybrid working (minimum 2 days office attendance per week, up to 5 days during probation)

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience in relevant prosecution areas

• Advocacy experience for litigators

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal knowledge

• Local authority experience desirable but not essential

• Ability to work independently and manage workload efficiently

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive pension via Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

• Up to 32 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays and an extra day at Christmas

• Flexible blend of remote and office-based work

• Interest-free season ticket loan

• Career development through training and learning courses

• Employee Assistance Programme (confidential advice and counselling)

• Health and leisure discounts, tax-free bikes for work

• Sabbatical options for registered Social Workers in Children’s Social Care