Police Station Representative

Clear IT Recruitment; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent legal practice in the UK is seeking a dynamic Police Station Representative for its team in Stevenage or Luton. This role supports clients in police stations across Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire, providing high-quality defense representation. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 months’ experience in a criminal defense setting and demonstrate excellent communication, legal research, and organizational skills. You will be expected to work flexibly, including out of hours commitments, to meet operational demands and uphold the firm’s strong client care standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months experience within a busy criminal defence environment.
• Police Station Accreditation or working towards it.
• Situated within reasonable distance of Herts/Beds for prompt attendance.

Responsibilities

• Support clients detained in police stations across Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire.
• Provide high-quality advice and representation during core office and out of hours.
• Handle a broad range of criminal matters, including legal aid and private work.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong legal research skills

Clear and accurate written English

Strong analytical ability and sound judgement

Effective organisational skills

Ability to manage multiple matters

Ability to work under pressure

Confidence with IT systems

Job description

My client is seeking a dynamic, commercially minded Police Station Representative to join their firm in Luton in Bedfordshire or Stevange in Hertfordshire.

This is a key role supporting clients detained in police stations across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and nearby regions. You will provide high quality advice and representation, working both within core office hours and through the out of hours rota as required.

The firm is known for its strong reputation in criminal defence and handles a broad range of matters from general crime through to more serious and complex cases. They undertake both legal aid and private work, therefore the standard of client care and responsiveness must be consistently high.

Applicants must

• Have a minimum of 12 months experience within a busy criminal defence environment
• Hold Police Station Accreditation (or be working towards it; accreditation will be highly advantageous)
• Be located within reasonable distance of Herts/Beds for prompt attendance at local stations
• Demonstrate flexibility to meet operational demands, including out of hours commitments

You must be able to demonstrate

• A strong commitment to criminal defence work
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical ability and sound judgement
• Effective organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple matters
• A collaborative approach and willingness to support colleagues
• Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly in urgent situations
• Strong legal research skills
• Clear and accurate written English, with the ability to draft communications to a high standard
• Confidence with IT systems; the firm operates a fully computerised, integrated case management system

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and busy practice offering long term development and exposure to high quality criminal defence work.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.