We have a new opening in our Civil Liberties team for a Solicitor with 4+ years PQE who wants to lead a team.
Are you looking to join an award-winning law firm?
Did you know we are rated 4.5 stars on Trust Pilot?
Do you want to use your legal knowledge to make a positive difference?
Do you need a good work-life balance?
Who are we?
We are the Jackson Lees Group, committed to doing what is right and making a positive difference. Starting as a small group of solicitors in Liverpool, we now have over 200 staff across Liverpool, Heswall, Hoylake, and Manchester.
What do we need?
Due to our growth, we are recruiting a Senior Civil Liberties Lawyer/Team Head based in our Liverpool office (applications from other locations are welcome due to hybrid working). The role involves providing high-quality legal services to our clients, ensuring compliance with our policies and regulatory standards.
What do you need?
* 4+ years PQE
* Experience in Inquests, Civil Liberties law, and Legal Aid funding
* Strong leadership skills and a positive attitude
* Ability to build lasting client relationships
* Trustworthiness
Key Accountabilities
* Managing a caseload of post-inquest civil claims and Actions Against the Police
* Supervising lawyers and paralegals
* Achieving billing targets
* Supporting and developing team members
* Participating in departmental meetings and suggesting improvements
* Ensuring compliance with Lexcel and regulatory standards
* Drafting press releases and marketing articles to share client stories
What’s in it for you?
* Competitive salary
* Referral bonus
* Company events
* PayCare Health
* Pension scheme
* Death in Service benefit
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Hybrid working with home office equipment provided
* Unlimited access to training courses
* Opportunities for progression (e.g., Associate/Associate Director tracks)
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including minority ethnic backgrounds, religious backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ individuals, disabled people, and those from diverse social and age groups.
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