Public Law & Human Rights Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in London is seeking a Public Law & Human Rights Solicitor to handle complex cases impacting social justice. The role requires a committed solicitor with experience in public law and human rights, excellent advocacy skills, and a passion for defending human rights. Join a collaborative team making a significant social impact with excellent career development opportunities and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in public law and/or human rights litigation.
• Strong understanding of judicial review principles.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of public law and human rights matters.
• Advise clients on immigration, civil liberties, and healthcare.
• Represent clients before tribunals and courts.

Skills

Public law experience

Human rights litigation

Excellent advocacy skills

Strong analytical skills

Empathy and resilience

Education

Qualified solicitor (NQ–5 years PQE)

Job description

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Client:

HarKaye Core Talent

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

26.08.2025

Expiry Date:

10.10.2025

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Job Description:

Public Law & Human Rights Solicitor

Location: London

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

The Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and driven Public Law & Human Rights Solicitor to join a leading practice in London. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex and often high-profile cases that have a real impact on individuals, communities, and society.

You will play a key role in protecting fundamental rights, holding public bodies to account, and ensuring access to justice for vulnerable groups.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of public law and human rights matters, including judicial review, challenges against public authorities, and strategic litigation.
• Advise clients on issues such as immigration, community care, civil liberties, education, and healthcare.
• Represent clients before tribunals, courts, and public inquiries.
• Undertake legal research, draft submissions, and prepare high-quality advice.
• Work closely with colleagues to develop innovative strategies that advance human rights protections.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring excellent standards of care and communication.

About You

• Qualified solicitor (NQ–5 years PQE) with experience in public law and/or human rights litigation.
• Strong understanding of judicial review principles and procedures.
• Excellent advocacy, drafting, and analytical skills.
• A genuine commitment to social justice, equality, and defending human rights.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload with professionalism, empathy, and resilience.

What’s on Offer

• The opportunity to work on groundbreaking cases with real social impact.
• A collaborative, supportive team environment with a strong sense of purpose.
• Excellent career development and progression opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

This appointment is being managed exclusively by Harkaye Core Talent.

If you are passionate about public law and human rights and want to be part of a team making a real difference, we would love to hear from you.