Human Rights Solicitor NEW

Human Rights Solicitor – Legal 500 Firm – London

Salary: Competitive | Hybrid Working | Clear Progression Path

A highly regarded Legal 500 firm in London is seeking a Human Rights Solicitor to join its specialist and highly respected team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor passionate about public law and civil liberties to work on impactful, high-profile matters while benefiting from strong progression, hybrid working, and a competitive salary package.

The Role
From a recruitment perspective, this position offers exposure to complex and meaningful work, including:

• Advising individuals, organisations, and interest groups on human rights matters
• Handling claims involving civil liberties, discrimination, unlawful detention, and breaches of fundamental rights
• Managing judicial review proceedings and public law challenges
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and legal submissions
• Representing clients in court proceedings and liaising with counsel where required
• Conducting legal research and staying informed on legislative and case law developments
• Supporting strategic litigation and policy-related work where appropriate
• Building and maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
• Clear and structured career progression within a Legal 500 ranked team
• Exposure to high-profile and impactful human rights work
• Ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative working culture

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in human rights, public law, or civil liberties work
• Fluent in both English and Russian (spoken and written)
• Strong advocacy, drafting, and analytical skills
• Passionate about social justice and access to legal representation
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and work effectively within a team
• Ambitious and motivated to develop within a leading specialist practice

For more information send your CV or get in touch with Charlotte at Austen Lloyd as soon as possible Human Rights Solicitor – Legal 500 Firm – London

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