Legal Advisor

Adecco; Exeter; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious policing organization is seeking a qualified Legal Advisor to provide exceptional legal services. The role involves managing caseloads, handling contentious matters, and advising officers and staff across various legal issues. The ideal candidate holds a relevant law degree and has proven experience in a legal advisory capacity. This position offers a friendly work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Professional development opportunities

Friendly and supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience handling contentious matters is essential.
• Must have previous experience in a similar legal advisory role.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive legal service to Chief Constables and officers.
• Offer tactical and strategic advice on legal issues.
• Collaborate within the Legal Services Department.
• Manage caseloads and provide proactive legal advice.
• Handle contentious matters including civil claims and employment tribunals.
• Support operational cases like police officer misconduct.

Skills

Comprehensive knowledge of legal principles

Ability to manage a diverse caseload

Strong communication skills

High attention to detail

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

IT literate

Education

LLB (Hons) degree to second standard

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEX

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented Legal Advisor to join Devon & Cornwall Police Force.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional legal services and are looking for a role that offers career development and a friendly working environment, then this is the perfect job for you.

As a Legal Advisor, you will be responsible for offering tactical and strategic advice on a wide range of legal issues and managing caseloads. You will handle contentious matters, collaborate with different teams, and provide general advice to officers and staff.

The ideal candidate will have a LLB (Hons) degree, be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister, and have experience handling contentious matters.

Job Title

Legal Advisor

Location

Exeter

Contract Details

Temporary, Full Time

Salary

£24.91 per hour

About Our Client

Our client, a prestigious organisation in the legal sector, is seeking a talented Legal Advisor to join their dynamic and highly skilled legal team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a renowned organisation that values professionalism, excellence, and career development.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive hourly rate
• Professional development opportunities
• Friendly and supportive working environment

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive legal service to the Chief Constables, officers, and staff of our client's organisation, as well as the Offices of the Police and Crime Commissioners
• Offer tactical and strategic advice on a wide range of legal issues
• Collaborate with the three teams within the Legal Services Department : Litigation, Operations, and Vulnerability
• Manage caseloads and provide proactive legal advice at a tactical and strategic level
• Handle contentious matters, including civil claims, employment tribunals, inquests, and judicial review applications
• Support operational cases, such as police officer misconduct cases, commercial and disclosure advice, and applications for legal proceedings
• Work on civil preventative orders, collaborating with partner agencies to obtain necessary orders
• Oversee the provision of general advice to officers and staff through the 'duty advice scheme' and review advice drafted by Paralegals

Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience)

• LLB (Hons) degree to second standard, or another degree to upper second standard with commendation if CPE has been passed
• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEX

Experience handling contentious matters

• Comprehensive knowledge of legal principles, legislation, case law, legal systems, and police law
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload and provide clear advice
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• High attention to detail and research skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• IT literate with the ability to navigate specialist databases and systems

Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience)

• Previous experience in a similar legal advisory role
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and adapt to changing circumstances
• Familiarity with relevant technologies and case management systems

How to apply

If you are a qualified Legal Advisor with a passion for providing exceptional legal services, please submit your application, including your CV.

Note

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please note, the information provided in this job advertisement is intended to be a general overview of the position and does not include all the duties and responsibilities of the role.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.