Legal Executive (Maidstone, Headquarters)

Essex Police; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A law enforcement agency in the UK is seeking a committed individual to fill a permanent Legal Executive position. The role involves processing Domestic Violence Protection Orders and advocating in Magistrates’ Court. Ideal candidates should hold an equivalent legal qualification with experience in advocacy, possess knowledge of police procedures, and have strong case management skills. The salary ranges from £41,856 to £47,505, with full-time hours Monday to Friday. The role also requires court attendance on a rota basis.

Qualifications

• Must be a Legal Executive or hold an equivalent qualification.
• Experience in advocacy, especially in Magistrates’ Court.

Responsibilities

• Process and present applications for Domestic Violence Protection Orders.
• Manage a personal case load including licensing and civil injunctions.
• Attend court and represent the Chief Constable.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Advocacy experience

Knowledge of police policies

Case management

Education

Qualified Legal Executive or equivalent legal qualification

Job description

• Location of Role: Maidstone
• Advert Closing Date: 16 / 12 / 2025
• Starting Salary: £41,856.00 (pro-rata for part-time vacancies)
• Part / Full Time: Full Time
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Mon-Fri
• Weekend / Evening Working: No

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Legal Services Department for a permanent position as a Legal Executive in the Legal Services Department at Kent Police Headquarters, Sutton Road, Maidstone. The post holder will be responsible, amongst other work, for the processing and presentation of applications for Domestic Violence Protection Orders (“DVPO”). The objective of DVPO’s is to enhance the protection of victims and allow better management of perpetrators.

There is a need for a qualified Legal Executive, or an equivalent legal qualification, who will be required to act as an advocate in the Magistrates’ Court, on behalf of the Chief Constable of Kent Police, to seek such DVPO’s.

In addition, the post holder will be required to manage a personal case load which includes other areas of work such as licensing, civil injunctions, crime enquiries and other civil orders that the Legal Services Department process.

You should be a Legal Executive or have an equivalent legal qualification and preferably have advocacy experience in the Magistrates’ Court.

A knowledge of police policies and procedures would be beneficial.

The post will require attendance at Court on a Saturday and will therefore be subject to a rota arrangement.

Your own transport and a valid driving license are essential to this role.

This opportunity would suit a highly-motivated and dynamic individual who can bring their wide experience to a challenging environment.

Kent Police offer incremental increases within this salary band, therefore the salary for this position will rise to a maximum of £47,505.00.

All of our posts require a level of vetting and security clearance. During the recruitment process you will be sent vetting information forms to complete.

Kent Police and Essex Police welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, sex, or employment status.

If you’re not from the UK, you must be a resident in the UK and have lived here continuously for the last three years. You must also be free from restrictions with indefinite leave to remain. If you’re from the UK you must have lived here continuously for the last three years. This doesn’t apply to those serving abroad in the British Armed Forces.

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