Ideally you will have previous experience of police law and be a Solicitor with a genuine and demonstrable interest in the above area of work. As the role is varied, we are looking for you to have a flexible approach to the work you do and be able to adapt to different tasks. We also require you to have/be;
* Qualified Solicitor (NQ–5PQE)
* A motivated Solicitor who’s keen to develop their expertise in civil protective orders.
* Court advocacy experience is preferred; support is available to develop confidence in independent applications.
* Willingness to attend court as needed, prepare bundles and manage a high-volume caseload.
* Self‑motivated, organised and able to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
* Comfortable working in a fast‑moving environment
* Enthusiasm for safeguarding vulnerable people and creating safer communities
Salary & Benefits
* £50,000 – £67,500 per annum (DOE)
* 28 days annual leave plus public holidays
* Scottish Widows pension with employer matching (up to 6%)
* Employer‑funded healthcare plan with virtual GP access
* Group life assurance
* Enhanced maternity leave policy
* Remote‑first working model with structured court travel
* Ongoing professional development and advocacy opportunities
* Additional lifestyle benefits including discounted gym membership and travel support.
If you meet our criteria and think this is a job where you could bring enthusiasm and an eagerness to learn, then we look forward to receiving your application.
📝 Please Note: We encourage candidates to speak to us direct/apply direct for the opportunities we have available.
In addition to the Employment screening (stated below) the successful candidate will be required to complete a Police Vetting before commencing employment.
Candidates must meet the Police Vetting Criteria, including the Residency Criteria (7.6.4). This is essential to enable us to proceed with employment.
To review the criteria of APP on Vetting 2021 please click here.
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