Prosecution Solicitor – Local Government Advocate

Gateshead Council

Gateshead

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid & Flexible Working

Competitive salary

Employee benefits package

Pension scheme

Job summary

Gateshead Council is seeking a skilled Prosecution Solicitor to join our Legal Services team in Gateshead. You will provide specialist legal advice and advocacy across a diverse criminal prosecutions caseload, including school attendance enforcement and environmental crime.

This is a unique opportunity to influence outcomes for residents and uphold the public interest. We offer hybrid and flexible working, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support work–life

Qualifications

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with criminal prosecution expertise.
Comprehensive knowledge of criminal prosecution law and procedures.
Proven ability to provide clear, practical criminal law advice.
Strong advocacy skills for court proceedings.
Excellent drafting and analytical abilities.
Effective communication and negotiation with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Provide expert legal advice, support and advocacy across local authority prosecutions.
Manage and prosecute cases including school attendance enforcement and environmental crimes.
Represent the Council in Magistrates' Court proceedings.
Prepare and manage a varied prosecution caseload from instruction to conclusion.
Stay up to date with legislation and case law.
Develop relationships with internal clients and external agencies.
Provide customer-focused legal advice to support Council objectives.
Instruct and manage external legal specialists when required.
Report to Legal Manager and handle complex matters.
Contribute to development of the Legal Services team.
Flexibly undertake other duties commensurate with grade.