Actions Against The Police - Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive - Retrain

Actions Against The Police - Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive - Retrain

Our firm is seeking a newly qualified Solicitor or FCLIEX for our expanding Actions Against the Police team. Full training will be provided, and no prior experience in this specialist area is required.

We will also consider paralegals with 4+ years litigation experience.

This role offers an attractive package up to £40,000 basic salary per annum plus significant monthly bonus for the right candidate.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be newly qualified or soon to qualify as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive;
• Have some exposure to litigation (training contract, LPC/LLM placement, paralegal role, or similar);
• Demonstrate strong organisational skills and attention to detail;
• Be motivated to develop a long term career in litigation.

Responsibilities

• Run a caseload from inception to conclusion, including investigations, obtaining expert evidence, drafting Letters of Claim, settlement negotiations, pleadings and litigation as appropriate.
• Vet and risk assess new matters entering the department.
• Work to deadlines.
• Provide a high level of client service.

Experience requirements

• Newly qualified or soon to qualify candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Previous litigation experience is desirable but not essential; full training will be provided.
• Experience with Proclaim is preferred; full training can also be provided.

We are committed to investing in our people and creating an environment where individuals can grow, thrive, and build long term careers. Our success is driven by the talent, dedication, and professionalism of our team. We actively encourage career progression, recognise and reward achievement, and promote a positive, inclusive culture. Our strong staff retention reflects the supportive and collaborative workplace we are proud to offer.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements; flexi time and agile working options to support a healthy work-life balance; 22 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays; paid office closure between Christmas and New Year; birthday leave.

Social & Team Engagement

• Annual Christmas Party
• Team building initiatives such as Charity Snowdon Expedition
• Organised fundraising days and charitable activities

Additional Benefits

• Free onsite parking
• Auto enrolment into workplace pension scheme
• Performance related bonus (role dependent)
• Dress Down FridaysTrainee Solicitor opportunities
• Paid study leave
• Review Champion Scheme

Job Type: Full time