Legal Associate - Police Federation Team

Pertemps; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established national legal firm is seeking a skilled Legal Associate to join their Police Federation Team. This role offers the chance to represent police officers in complex legal matters, ensuring they receive expert legal advice and support. With a focus on public service, you'll manage your own caseload, advise clients during sensitive investigations, and contribute to meaningful work within the policing sector. Enjoy flexible remote working, a comprehensive benefits package, and a collaborative culture that values professional growth and work-life balance. If you're ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Income Protection

Discounted Gym Membership

Enhanced Pension

Career Progression Opportunities

Flexible Remote Working

Support for Work-Life Balance

Collaborative Working Culture

Participation in ESG Initiatives

Social and Community Engagement Events

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with police station accreditation.
• Experience in criminal litigation and disciplinary proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation to police officers during interviews.
• Manage caseload and billing in line with financial targets.

Skills

Criminal Litigation

Client Handling

Legal Documentation

Regulatory Compliance

Communication Skills

Empathy

Education

Solicitor Qualification

Chartered Legal Executive

Tools

MS Word

Case Management Systems

Job description

Legal Associate - Police Federation Team
Up to £90,000 + Excellent Benefits
Remote Working Available - Office Base in Birmingham (Nationwide Applicants Welcome)

A leading national legal firm is seeking an experienced and ambitious Associate to join its specialist Police Federation Team. With a client base rooted in public service, this is an exciting opportunity for a confident and committed legal professional to play a key role in representing police officers in sensitive and complex matters.

What You'll Be Doing:

In this role, you will:

" Provide legal representation to police officers during interviews and misconduct investigations involving criminal and disciplinary allegations.
" Advise and represent clients in inquests, particularly those relating to deaths following police contact.
" Analyse evidence, attend client interviews with investigatory bodies, advise on outcomes, brief counsel, and prepare legal documentation including witness statements.
" Manage your own caseload and billing in line with agreed financial targets.
" Work to client service standards and internal performance targets.
" Act as a key point of contact for clients, offering expert legal advice with professionalism and discretion.
" Build strong internal and external networks, identifying cross-practice opportunities.
" Stay up to date with regulatory changes and ensure full compliance with legal and confidentiality protocols.

Who You Are:

" A qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with police station accreditation and strong experience in criminal litigation.
" Skilled in representing clients in disciplinary proceedings and familiar with procedures involving police conduct oversight bodies.
" Able and willing to work out-of-hours when needed, including attending police stations or advising on urgent matters. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel is essential.
" Highly communicative with strong client-handling skills and the ability to deal with sensitive issues with empathy and clarity.
" Commercially aware with a proven ability to manage cases profitably and meet financial targets.
" Detail-oriented, organised, and able to work to high quality and productivity standards.
" A team player with a collaborative approach to working across different offices and levels of seniority.
" Technologically competent, with proficiency in MS Word and case management systems.

What's On Offer:

" Flexible remote working and strong support for work-life balance
" A comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance, income protection, and discounted gym membership
" Bonus and enhanced pension
" Opportunities for career progression and professional development
" A collaborative and inclusive working culture
" A chance to contribute to ESG initiatives and participate in social and community engagement events

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-regarded legal team focused on high-profile and meaningful work within the policing and public service sector.

Interested to know more? Contact Hayley Whitehead at Pertemps Birmingham. Or click apply today!