Civil Litigation Lawyer – Hybrid, Growth Path

West Yorkshire Police; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Generous annual leave

Flexi time

Occupational health facilities

Employee Assistance Service

Job summary

West Yorkshire Police is seeking a Civil Litigation Lawyer to join its Legal Services team in Wakefield. The role offers full-time, hybrid working and a permanent contract, with a salary structure based on the Solicitors Grade Scheme.

The post involves handling civil litigation work, with opportunities to progress to higher rights of audience and contribute to high-profile cases across the force area.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor/ Barrister/Legal Executive with 2 years’ experience in civil litigation.
• Full UK Driving Licence and/or ability to travel around the Force area.
• Has access to a vehicle and willing to use it for business purposes.
• Experience of police work is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide civil litigation advice and representation for West Yorkshire Police across a range of matters including claims, appeals and frontline policing scenarios.
• Support high-profile investigations, inquiries and operational policing matters.
• Contribute to a varied caseload with opportunities to advance higher rights of audience.

Job description

West Yorkshire Police is seeking a Civil Litigation Lawyer to join its Legal Services team in Wakefield. The role offers full-time, hybrid working and a permanent contract, with a salary structure based on the Solicitors Grade Scheme.

The post involves handling civil litigation work, with opportunities to progress to higher rights of audience and contribute to high-profile cases across the force area.