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Liberty Global

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Bradford
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must have relevant legal qualifications, strong communication skills, and experience in corporate or commercial law, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • You will provide legal advice, draft contracts, conduct negotiations, ensure compliance, manage disputes, and collaborate with various teams to support the company's legal needs.

Requirements

  • - Proven as a qualified Solicitor/FCILEX in real estate, property and/or wayleave/code agreements experience, or as an accomplished Wayleave Officer.
  • - Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the willingness and ability to support other team members at various stages of their career.
  • - High levels of attention to detail, prioritisation and accuracy, through effective self-review, and critically challenging data inputs and explanations.
  • - Strong problem-solving, analytical skills and insatiable curiosity, to get to the bottom of complex issues involving interacting processes and systems.
  • - Ability to identify process improvement and automation opportunities whilst ensuring effective resource utilisation.

Responsibilities

  • - You will analyse new claim instructions and collaborate with legal teams to progress claims, across wayleave, trespass and diversion caseloads.
  • - Whilst offering high levels of internal stakeholder management, you will act as an escalation point for Wayleave Officers and liaise externally with landlords, council representatives and residents.
  • - You will undertake legal research using specialised data sources and keep up to date with current case law and legislation to support the business, and your cases and to help and support paralegals and legal apprentices within the department.
  • - Utilising our systems, you will design and test various automation solutions with C&I Business Partners and provide insight to various stakeholders across the business and with our customers.

FAQs

What is the job title being offered?

The job title being offered is Solicitor.

Where is the job based?

The job is based in Bradford.

Is this position remote or in-person?

This position is hybrid, requiring 2 days in the office and 3 days remote.

What type of claims will the Solicitor be handling?

The Solicitor will focus on handling claims made on behalf of various consumer brands as well as defending claims made against them, particularly involving wayleave, trespass, and diversion.

What responsibilities are included in this role?

Responsibilities include analyzing new claim instructions, collaborating with legal teams, managing stakeholder relationships, conducting legal research, and designing/testing automation solutions.

What qualifications are necessary for this position?

Candidates should be a qualified Solicitor/FCILEX with experience in real estate, property, or wayleave/code agreements, or be an accomplished Wayleave Officer.

What skills are important for success in this role?

Important skills include strong communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, attention to detail, problem-solving, analytical skills, and the ability to identify process improvement opportunities.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include a competitive salary with a bonus, 25 days of annual leave (with an option to purchase 5 additional days), well-being benefits, pension contributions, car benefit scheme access, and online learning opportunities.

Who is the employer for this position?

The employer is Liberty Global.

What commitment does Liberty Global have regarding diversity?

Liberty Global is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and communities and seeks to represent every part of society in its workforce.

Is a pre-employment screening required for applicants?

Yes, if your application is successful, a pre-employment screening check will be conducted by a third-party provider.

How can applicants exercise their privacy rights regarding their personal data?

Applicants can contact Peopleservices@Libertyglobal.com to exercise their privacy rights regarding their personal data.

Liberty Global

Telecommunications
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2005
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Liberty Global is a company operating in the telecommunications and media industry, with a focus on providing broadband, TV, and mobile services to customers in Europe and the Caribbean. Their ultimate goal is to connect people and communities, delivering high-quality digital entertainment, communication, and connectivity solutions. Liberty Global's purpose revolves around offering innovative and reliable telecommunications services that enable individuals and businesses to stay connected, access content, and harness the power of digital technology. Through their network infrastructure and services, they aim to enhance the digital lives of their customers, promote connectivity, and support the digital transformation of societies and economies.