Head of Legal Services
Salary: £77,460 – £89,402 (GRADE C2). Additional increase on 1 April 2026. Staff will be appointed on point 1 of the scale - £77,460.
Status: Permanent
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Location: Hamilton – currently working to a hybrid model of office and home.
Closing Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026
The Police Investigations and Review Commissioner (PIRC) was established in 2013 and is responsible for carrying out independent investigations into incidents involving the police and for independently reviewing how the police handle complaints from the public. Our aim is to secure public confidence in policing in Scotland by supporting continuous improvement and promoting positive change.
Responsibilities
As Head of Legal Services, you will provide advice and guidance to the Police Investigations and Review Commissioner and PIRC’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to ensure the effective delivery of all professional legal matters. Reporting directly to the Commissioner, you will provide strong leadership and effective direction of the functions exercised by PIRC. You will line‑manage PIRC’s Principal Solicitor.
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