Service care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a high-profile Public Inquiry (Sheku Bayoh Inquiry) for an experienced Solicitor to join their Inquiry Legal Team as an Assistant Solicitor.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a significant piece of public work, contributing to legal proceedings at a national level.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the Chair, Counsel, and Senior Solicitors with the analysis of large volumes of documentation.
* Review evidence for relevance to the Inquiry's Terms of Reference.
* Assist in preparing legal submissions and advice for the Chair.
* Provide support in all court-related matters, including Court of Session work.
* Contribute to the archiving of Inquiry materials and ensure compliance with FOI and Data Protection legislation.
* Maintain and update spreadsheets and trackers used to manage key legal documents and evidence.
Requirements:
* Valid
Scottish Practising Certificate
.
* Previous experience working in a
Public Inquiry
or in support of a
core participant
(highly desirable).
* Strong experience with
Court of Session
procedures.
* Proven ability to handle and analyse large volumes of complex evidence.
* Solid understanding of
data protection legislation
in a legal context.
* Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal.
Additional info:
* Salary: Starting Salary from £60,010 (negotiable) LTD day rate: £314.90 and a PAYE (inc) £267.31
* Contract 6-12 months