Legal Advisor - Part time
- Recruiter
- Fyte
- Location
- England, London, City of London
- Salary
- £70000 - £80000 per annum + pro rata
- Posted
- 08 Dec 2016
- Closes
- 05 Jan 2017
- Ref
- UK752112
- Contact
- Jasmin Taffurelli
- Job Title
- Lawyer
- Practice Area
- Company / Commercial, Intellectual Property
- PQE Level
- 5-7
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Hours
- Part Time
My Client is a leading regulatory body for Trade Mark and Patent Attorneys. They are seeking a legal professional on a 10 month maternity cover. This role reports directly to the Chief Executive. It is based in Central London and would suit a lawyer from either a private practice or In-House background with extensive corporate/company experience.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an autonomous legal professional looking a great work life balance and enjoys working in a regulated environment.
As a legal advisor, you will:
- Have in depth understanding and utilisation of provisions in the Legal Services Act 2007.
- Review applications for registration from firms and Alternative Business Structures.
- Work closely and collaboratively with the Assurance Officer to help firms implement necessary procedures and understand their obligations in relation to their patent and trademark attorneys.
- Keep up to date with any changing rules and policies relating to the Legal Services Act 2007.
- Attend important board and committee meetings where necessary.
The Candidate will be:
- 4+ years experience, with a UK professional Legal qualification.
- Have extensive experience of regulatory and compliance issues.
- Confident in interpreting and applying complex legal statutes.
- From a corporate/company commercial background.
- Have demonstrable experience working unsupervised.
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