Solicitor (Operational)

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join JR United Kingdom as a Solicitor (Operational) in Sheffield, where you'll support Legal Services in ensuring community protection through expert legal counsel. This hybrid role welcomes newly qualified solicitors eager to make a tangible impact in policing. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including significant annual leave, health services, and discounts.

Benefits

28 days annual leave (increasing to 33 after 5 years)

Health and wellbeing services

Affordable private healthcare options

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on Electric Vehicles

Cycle to Work scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Seeking a Solicitor with focus on civil orders; newly qualified candidates considered.
• Experience in providing legal advice to police entities is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support Legal Services in safeguarding communities by providing legal counsel.
• Be accessible and independent in your professional legal service delivery.

Skills

Legal expertise

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Solicitor Qualification

Job description

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Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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 difference 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 maximising the extent to which communities are protected from harm by providing a professional, independent, accessible, timely, and legal service to the Chief Constable, Chief Officers, and the wider workforce where required.

• The Solicitor (Operational) role is a hybrid (mix of home & office working) role
• This is a CV only process

The closing date for this post is 12 noon on Wednesday 9th July 2025

Interviews will be held on Thursday 24th July 2025

Why work for us?

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

To read more about the added benefits and rewards of working for West Mercia Police, please visit our website.

• We embrace diversity and welcome applications from everyone.
• We are also happy to discuss flexible working where suitable for the role.

If you require support to complete your application or have questions, please contact the recruitment team at 01905718444 (press option 1 then 5).

Internal applicants in need of redeployment will be prioritized, subject to passing a selection process.

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