Legal Officer - Prosecutions

Isle of Man Government; Douglas; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary increases each year up to max

Generous annual leave and holidays

Flexi-time scheme

Occasional remote working with manager

Job summary

Isle of Man Public Service invites applications for a Legal Officer – Prosecutions. You will work under the Director of Prosecutions, handling your own caseload, advising the Isle of Man Constabulary, and representing the prosecution in the Courts of Summary Jurisdiction and possibly the Court of General Gaol Delivery.

The role offers development in advocacy, case management and legal decision-making within a professional team, contributing to reform in the criminal justice system.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of prosecutions with professional judgment and integrity.
• Provide timely and accurate legal advice to the Isle of Man Constabulary.
• Represent the prosecution in the Courts of Summary Jurisdiction and, where appropriate, the Court of General Gaol Delivery.

Job description

About the role

Could you use your legal expertise to help shape the future of criminal prosecutions on the Isle of Man?

Join the Attorney General’s Chambers as a Legal Officer – Prosecutions and play a key role in delivering criminal prosecution services on behalf of HM Attorney General. Working under the direction of the Director of Prosecutions and alongside experienced prosecutors, you will manage your own caseload, provide legal advice to the Isle of Man Constabulary and represent the prosecution in the Courts of Summary Jurisdiction and, where appropriate, the Court of General Gaol Delivery. This is a varied and rewarding opportunity to contribute directly to the effective administration of justice while developing your advocacy, case management and legal decision-making skills.

As part of a professional and highly respected team, you will support the continued development of prosecution services at a time of significant change and reform within the criminal justice system. Handling sensitive and confidential matters, you will demonstrate sound judgement, diplomacy and integrity while working collaboratively with colleagues, government departments and criminal justice partners. In return, you will gain invaluable experience in a challenging environment where resilience, flexibility and strong teamwork are essential, while helping to shape and implement the prosecution response to new and emerging areas of legislation.

A workplace that invests in you

• A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
• A generous annual leave entitlement, a Privilege Day and 10 Bank Holidays; your annual leave will increase after your first year and again after your third year.
• A flexi-time scheme where you can accrue additional time worked to take time off in line with the relevant flexi-time scheme.
• Enjoy occasional remote working opportunities, with prior agreement from your manager.
• Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
• Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
• Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.
• Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.
• Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.
• Access to the Government staff canteen where you can purchase affordable meals, drinks and snacks.

Making the Isle of Man your new home

A hidden gem in the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man boasts an extensive coastline, stunning natural landscapes and unspoilt beaches. There are an abundance of opportunities and lots of places to discover!

You can visit our great cafes, bars and restaurants, and become part of the Island’s close-knit community. The island is well connected to the UK with quick, direct flights and ferries to many destinations.

Want to find out more about Island life? Visit www.locate.im to find out why you should make your move to the Isle of Man!

Working for the Isle of Man Public Service

We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.

We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment.

Things to note

A standard police check is required for this post, the cost of which will be covered by the Isle of Man Government.

Please note a relocation package is not available for this role.