Solicitor (Operational)

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in England is seeking a Solicitor (Operational) to join their Legal Services team. This hybrid role focuses on providing comprehensive legal support to law enforcement, promoting safety and accessibility. The position offers numerous benefits includes generous leave and health support.

Benefits

28 days annual leave, rising to 33 after 5 years

Health and wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

Private healthcare savings

Discounts on Electric Vehicles

Cycle to Work scheme

Blue Light Card for discounts

Qualifications

• Newly qualified solicitors are welcome to apply.
• Legal qualifications relevant to civil orders are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support Legal Services in providing legal support to the Chief Constable and officers.
• Deliver accessible and professional legal services to the workforce.

Job description

We are seeking a Solicitor (Operational) with a focus on civil orders (will consider newly qualified solicitors).

We’re on a journey to shape the future of policing in our three counties, and we want you to be part of it. We value diversity and believe in creating an inclusive working environment where our employees feel safe to make suggestions and voice their opinions.

The main purpose of the Solicitor (Operational) role is to support Legal Services in protecting communities from harm by providing a professional, independent, accessible, timely, and legal service to the Chief Constable, Chief Officers, and the wider workforce where required.

Role Details:

1. The Solicitor (Operational) role is a hybrid (home & office working) position.
2. This is a CV-only application process.

Application Timeline:

1. Closing date: 12 noon on Wednesday, 9th July 2025.
2. Interviews will be held on Thursday, 24th July 2025.

Benefits of Working with Us:

• 28 days of annual leave (increasing to 33 after 5 years of service) plus bank holidays.
• Health and wellbeing support, occupational health services, staff networks, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Police Mutual, affordable private healthcare, and other savings schemes.
• Discounts on Electric Vehicles and a Cycle to Work scheme.
• Register for a Blue Light Card for over 15,000 discounts from major retailers.

For more information about the benefits and rewards of working for West Mercia Police, please visit our website.

We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all candidates. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements where suitable.

If you need support to complete your application or have questions, please contact the recruitment team at 01905 718444 (press option 1 then 5).

Internal applicants needing redeployment will be prioritized, subject to passing a selection process.

*Photo ID is required at interview. Please visit Citizencard.com if you do not have a photo driving licence or passport (expired or not).