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In-House Advocate (Barrister or Solicitor with Higher Rights of Audience)

Lynx Employment Services Ltd
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 13 hours
Location

York, North Yorkshire YO23 3YE

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

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  • The client is a national law firm based in England & Wales offering a remote/flexible working opportunity for Advocates with a salary of up to £80,000 depending on experience.
  • They are seeking candidates with strong advocacy experience, preferably with at least one year of experience in key areas such as Personal Injury, Family, Commercial Litigation, or Employment Tribunals.
  • The role involves providing strategic advocacy services, attending hearings, and drafting legal documents while working closely with legal teams.
  • The firm promotes a collaborative and inclusive culture, prioritizing employee wellbeing and offering benefits like 25 days of annual leave and flexible pension schemes.
  • Ideal candidates include Barristers or Solicitors with higher rights of audience, who are looking for a supportive in-house environment.

Location: England & Wales (Remote/Flexible Working)Salary: Up to £80,000 (Dependent on Experience)

Our client is a national law firm with a strong local reach, guided by a philosophy of delivering expert legal services with a human touch. Their approach is defined by genuine care for clients and a collaborative, inclusive working culture. As more than just a law firm, they are a diverse team helping individuals and businesses navigate life's challenges and opportunities.

They value their people as individuals, celebrating unique strengths and contributions. With a supportive and forward-thinking environment, they empower colleagues to do meaningful work and make a tangible difference for clients and communities alike.

The Role

Our client is currently recruiting for Advocates to join their growing in-house Advocacy team. This is a flexible opportunity open to candidates located throughout England & Wales, with the expectation of both remote and in-person advocacy as required.

This newly established team will support a variety of practice areas, including:

  • Commercial Litigation

  • Employment

  • Family

  • Personal Injury

  • Medical Negligence

You’ll collaborate closely with legal teams to deliver efficient, high-quality advocacy services to clients. Your role will involve a mix of drafting, advisory work, and courtroom advocacy, offering a dynamic and challenging caseload with regular exposure to hearings.

What You’ll Be Doing
  • Providing strategic advocacy services across multiple practice areas

  • Attending hearings both remotely and in person

  • Drafting legal documents and offering expert advice on complex matters

  • Supporting and advising case handlers to achieve the best outcomes

  • Contributing to a high-performing and collegiate legal team

About You

The ideal candidate may be:

  • A Barrister seeking the stability and support of an in-house role

  • A Solicitor with higher rights of audience looking to focus on advocacy within a structured environment

You will bring:

  • Strong advocacy experience (claimant or defendant)

  • A qualified legal background (Barrister or Solicitor with higher rights)

  • Experience in at least one of the key areas: Personal Injury, Family, Commercial Litigation, or Employment Tribunals

  • Excellent communication and drafting skills

  • The ability to work independently while fostering strong internal relationships

Benefits & Culture
  • Flexible working - integrate your work with your life

  • 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase more

  • Generous and flexible pension schemes

  • Two fully paid volunteering days each year

  • Westfield Health membership & Digital GP access

  • Wide range of wellbeing initiatives and resources

  • A collaborative, inclusive culture that actively supports personal and professional development

Our client is recognised for prioritising employee wellbeing and is deeply committed to social responsibility, sustainability, and inclusion. You’ll be encouraged to participate in community impact, pro bono work, and supported by active inclusion networks.

Additional Information

Employment with our client is subject to a comprehensive onboarding and screening process, including eligibility to work in the UK, financial checks, and a DBS check where relevant. These procedures are conducted in full compliance with data protection laws.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.