Prosecutions Lawyer

Venn Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A Midlands-based Local Authority is seeking a Locum Prosecutions Lawyer for a 3-month engagement, predominantly remote. This full-time role requires managing a caseload involving Environmental crime, Licensing, and Trading standards, with a competitive rate of up to £55 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in handling Prosecutions matters.
• Prior experience working on behalf of Local Authorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload and provide legal advice on Prosecution matters.
• Conduct case preparation and case management for court.
• Prepare briefs for Counsel and attend court on behalf of the Local Authority.

Skills

Prosecutions matters

Environmental crime

Licensing

Trading standards

Job description

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Locum Prosecutions Lawyer – 3 months + – Predominantly Remote Working – Full Time – Up to £55 per hour – Midlands

Position: Locum Prosecutions Lawyer

Organisation: Midlands based Local Authority

Duration: 3 months + with the possibility of extension thereafter

Working Pattern: Full Time

Working Arrangement: Predominantly remote, Court attendance when required

Hourly Rate: Up to £55 per hour Umbrella

The ideal candidate will have experience in handling Prosecutions matters and can demonstrate prior experience working on behalf of Local Authorities.

Duties may include:

1. Manage a caseload and provide legal advice on a wide range of Prosecution matters including Environmental crime, Licensing and Trading standards matters
2. Conduct case preparation and case management of allocated cases for court purposes and liaise with relevant departments within the Local Authority
3. Prepare briefs for Counsel, liaise with them on matters due for court, and attend court on behalf of the Local Authority
4. Review work to ensure it is completed to a high standard

If you’re interested in this Locum Prosecutions Lawyer position, you can apply online or contact Sam Cox or Amelia Thomas directly via phone or email for further information.