Legal Adviser

HM Attorney General Jersey; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A government legal department in the United Kingdom is seeking a Legal Adviser Band 2 to handle criminal regulatory matters. The ideal candidate should be a qualified Jersey Advocate or equivalent, with a strong background in criminal law and court representation. This position offers a varied caseload and requires the ability to provide comprehensive legal advice to various stakeholders. The department is known for its supportive and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Jersey Advocate or equivalent.
• Experience in appearing in Magistrate’s and Royal Court.
• Provide detailed advice to stakeholders, including regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

• Review, advise, and prosecute criminal and regulatory legal matters.
• Supervise legal advisers, assistant legal advisers, and paralegals.
• Provide guidance in various government courts and tribunals.

Skills

Qualified Jersey Advocate

Experience in criminal and regulatory law

Ability to provide written legal advice

Representation in court

Education

Solicitor/Barrister/Advocate in England and Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland

Job description

The Criminal Division is seeking to appoint a Legal Adviser Band 2 to review, advise and prosecute criminal and regulatory legal matters. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Jersey Advocate or Jersey Ecrivain, Guernsey Advocate, or a Solicitor/Barrister/Advocate in England and Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, with experience of appearing in the Magistrate’s and Royal Court or an equivalent court. You must also be able to provide detailed written advice to stakeholders including the police and regulatory bodies. In addition, it would be beneficial to have experience of working in, or on behalf of a specialist unit.

This is a busy, established team dealing with a demanding caseload in both the Magistrate’s and Royal Court. The team provides advice to several stakeholders on prosecutions and investigations, covering a wide range of criminal and regulatory offences such as:

• rape and serious sexual offences
• drug importation and supply
• violence including homicide
• fraud including benefits fraud
• Health and Safety

The work will be interesting, challenging and varied, working with different government agencies both in Jersey and internationally. You will have the support of a friendly, inclusive, and highly professional team at the Law Officers’ Department, under the leadership of the Attorney General. The role will also include the supervision of legal advisers, assistant legal advisers, paralegals, and support staff by providing advice and guidance as appropriate. Please contact Matthew Maltetroit ([e-mail]) to arrange for an informal discussion.

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Job Purpose

Specialising in medium and low risk matters, the Legal Adviser (Band 2) provides advice and comprehensive legal guidance in order to meet the objectives of the Law Officers’ Department.

The postholder represents the Attorney General, Minister or States Body in Courts, Tribunals and other forums.

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