YL1 Solicitor *External*

West Yorkshire Police; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police force in the UK is seeking a qualified Solicitor or Barrister with at least 3 years of PQE. This role offers a flexible scope and invites candidates with experience in regulatory work and advocacy skills. Competitive salary range of £45,474 - £72,492 is offered along with hybrid working and generous benefits, including annual leave and pension scheme.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Generous annual leave

Flexi time scheme

Health facilities access

Generous pension scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Service

Qualifications

• 3 years PQE or comparable experience required.
• Full UK Driving Licence mandatory.
• Access to a vehicle for business purposes is essential.

Responsibilities

• The scope of the role is flexible and may involve various regulatory work.
• Experience in Healthcare Regulatory Cases is a plus.
• Candidates from civil and/or criminal proceedings are encouraged to apply.

Skills

Regulatory work experience

Advocacy skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Job description

Overview

For roles which are advertised as Career Progression Schemes, individuals will be appointed to the bottom scale point of the appropriate grade within the scheme, based on the role entry requirements. Full progression through the scheme may be subject to attaining a specific qualification or successfully passing an assessment or review. West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last five years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused because it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard. For a detailed description of the Competency and Values levels required, please refer to the Competency and values framework (CVF) | College of Policing (this link may be copied and pasted into your browser). This document will assist you in completing the Evidence of Achievement section of the application form. Please note: the Evidence of Achievement section will not be visible until the employment section has been completed.

Responsibilities and Scope

Shift allowance: No shift allowance. The scope of the role is flexible; however, applications are particularly invited from candidates with experience in regulatory work or from those who have strong advocacy skills. Experience of police work is not essential, and we would be interested to hear from candidates with experience in Healthcare Regulatory Cases (GMC, GDC, CQC etc), Health & Safety, and NHS Trust disciplinary proceedings, civil and/or criminal proceedings, employment type proceedings and inquests or similar.

Key Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with 3 years PQE or comparable experience.
• Has full UK Driving Licence and/or is able to travel around the Force area.
• Has access to a vehicle and willing to use it for business purposes.
• Salary: £45,474 - £72,492 (Annual Police Staff Pay Award Pending)

Benefits

• Hybrid working (Agile working following an initial period of supervision/training).
• Generous annual leave allowance plus statutory Bank Holidays.
• Flexi time scheme based on a standard working day of 7 hours 24 minutes and a 37-hour week.
• Access to a range of Occupational Health facilities.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Service (accessible 24/7).