Newly Qualified Prosecutions Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable London Borough Council is seeking a Newly Qualified Prosecutions Lawyer for a full-time role on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse caseload within a supportive team, suitable for candidates with an interest in public sector law and prosecution work.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified or experienced solicitor, barrister or legal executive in Prosecutions.
• Experience in public sector roles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handling a caseload of prosecutions matters including planning, education, and trading standards.
• Attending court as needed and commuting to South London.

Skills

Local authority experience

Prosecutions experience

Education

Solicitor or Barrister qualification

Job description

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Client:

Sellick Partnership

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

We are currently recruiting to a brilliant opportunity for a newly qualified Prosecutions Lawyer to join a well-regarded London Borough Council on a 12 month fixed term contract.

Our client is looking for a Prosecutions Lawyer who ideally has some local authority experience to join their friendly and welcoming team.

This role is offering an initial 12 month fixed term contract with the opportunity to be extended or become permanent. This is a full-time role and the successful candidate will be required to attend the office twice per week and attend court as and when needed. Therefore this role would suit someone who is able to commute to South London.

The main duties of this role include handling a caseload of prosecutions matters including:

• Planning
• Education
• Trading Standards
• Environmental Housing issues

Our client is seeking a Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with previous experience in Prosecutions. Our client is very happy to look at newly qualified candidates from other public sector backgrounds as long as prosecutions experience can be demonstrated.

The successful Prosecutions Lawyer will be joining a friendly and supportive team within a well-regarded local authority and will have the opportunity to work on an interesting and diverse caseload.

We encourage interested applicants to apply immediately to be considered for shortlisting.