Locum Corporate/Company Lawyer

Locum Corporate/Company Lawyer – Part Time – Remote Working – Midlands – Up to £70 per hour Umbrella

Venn Group’s specialist Public Sector Legal team are currently recruiting for a Locum Corporate/Company Lawyer to join a well-regarded Local Authority in the Midlands on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity to support a bespoke strategic project, reviewing the Authority’s companies, assessing their current operations and governance arrangements, and advising on options for their future direction.

Role Details:
Position: Locum Corporate/Company Lawyer
Working Arrangement: Part Time – 20 hours per week, remote working
Start Date: Mid-November
Rate: Up to £70 per hour Umbrella

Duties may include:

• Undertaking a comprehensive review of the Authority’s existing companies and associated corporate arrangements
• Assessing current governance structures, operational arrangements and the overall legal position of each company
• Advising on potential options for the future direction, restructuring or continuation of the Authority’s companies
• Reviewing relevant corporate documentation, governance frameworks and contractual arrangements
• Identifying legal, regulatory and governance considerations associated with the available options
• Providing clear recommendations and identifying the practical steps required to support informed decision-making
• Working closely with senior stakeholders to provide strategic legal advice throughout the project

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (or equivalent)
• Strong experience in corporate/company law, including corporate governance and company structures
• Previous experience advising Local Authorities or other public sector organisations would be advantageous
• Ability to independently assess complex corporate arrangements and provide clear, commercially focused legal advice
• Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills

Job Reference: J98126

For more information, please contact Philippa Stoate or Ebby Vallance on 07441 916 438, or email midlandslegal@venngroup.com.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates.
Due to the high volume of applications, it is impossible to provide feedback for every applicant. If one of the team has not contacted you within 48 hours, then please assume your application has been unsuccessful in this instance.

Locum Corporate/Company Lawyer – Part Time – Remote Working – Midlands – Up to £70 per hour Umbrella