The Electoral Commission are looking for a Senior Lawyer to join their team. Location: London, EC1Y 8YZ, Cardiff, CF10 3BD, Edinburgh, EH1 1YJ or Belfast, BT1 3FG Salary: £71,654 per annum plus London weighting allowance of £3,217 Job Type: Full Time, Permanent, Hybrid Closing Date: 8th July 2025 About Us: The Electoral Commission is the independent body which oversees elections and regulates political finance in the UK. We re here to ensure the UK s elections are well-run and the public have confidence in democratic processes. Senior Lawyer The Role: The post-holder will manage a team of legal staff, hold a personal portfolio of complex matters, and supervise the provision of a wide range of legal advice to all parts of the Commission. Senior Lawyer Key Responsibilities: - To be responsible for the line management of a team of legal staff and the supervision of legal advice - To hold one or more lead responsibilities for the delivery of the legal service - To contribute to the delivery an effective legal service and to the continuous improvement of the service - To provide and supervise the provision of high-quality legal advice to the Commission and its staff - To ensure that legal advice includes options for the Commission, where appropriate, and exposes the risks associated with courses of action - To provide a client-focused legal service that meet the needs of the individuals Senior Lawyer You: - Fully entitled to practice in England and Wales under the rules of the La