Civil Liberties Senior Lawyer / Team Leader

We have a new opening in our Civil Liberties team for a Solicitor with 4+ years PQE who wants to lead a team.

Are you interested in joining an award-winning law firm?

Did you know we are rated 4.5 stars on Trust Pilot?

Do you want to use your legal knowledge to make a positive difference?

Are you seeking a healthy work-life balance?

Who are we?

We are the Jackson Lees Group, committed to doing what is right and making a positive impact. Starting as a small group of solicitors in Liverpool, we now have over 200 staff across Liverpool, Heswall, Hoylake, and Manchester.

What do we need?

• 4+ years PQE
• Experience in Inquests, Civil Liberties law, and Legal Aid funding
• Strong leadership skills and a positive attitude
• Ability to build lasting client relationships
• Trustworthiness

Key Accountabilities

• Managing post-inquest civil claims and Actions Against the Police matters
• Supervising lawyers and paralegals
• Meeting billing targets
• Supporting and developing team members
• Participating in departmental meetings and suggesting improvements
• Ensuring compliance with Lexcel and regulatory standards
• Drafting press releases and marketing articles

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Referral bonus
• Company events
• PayCare Health
• Pension scheme
• Death in Service benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Hybrid/remote working with home office setup
• Unlimited training access
• Opportunities for progression to leadership roles

Jackson Lees Group, part of The MAPD Group, values diversity and inclusivity. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including minority ethnic groups, religious backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ community, disabled individuals, and people of different ages and social backgrounds.