Plaintext Who You Are We are looking for a Special Projects Lawyer (Prosecutions) with recent local government experience in prosecutions and criminal litigation. Ideally, you will have experience dealing with licensing matters, including the Licensing Act 2003, and serving as a legal adviser to sub-committees in this context. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of post-qualification experience (PQE). What the job involves The role involves supporting the Senior Prosecutions Lawyer in delivering a cost-effective, high-quality Prosecutions Service. You will be responsible for providing legal advice and support across various areas of criminal and local government law. Your daily tasks will include settling pleadings, preparing for hearings, offering legal representation, and ensuring work is performed to professional standards. You will also liaise with professional bodies and external organizations, supervise trainees when required, and contribute to corporate projects. Skills Experience in local government prosecutions and criminal litigation Licensing law expertise (Licensing Act 2003) Strong advocacy skills Ability to advise on legislative changes Excellent relationship management Familiarity with legal IT systems Cross-departmental collaboration Supervisory experience