Human Rights Advocate

1 month ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Irwin Mitchell LLP Full time

Irwin Mitchell LLP is a national law firm with a local reach. Our philosophy is 'we're legal and financial experts that care' – something you'll find in the way we work with our clients and how we support our teams.

Our Public Law & Human Rights Team

We are seeking a talented individual to join Juliet Spender's team as a Paralegal, based in London. As a key member of our team, you will advise and represent clients on a broad range of issues including Inquests, False Imprisonment, Malicious prosecution and assault, Discrimination on grounds of race, gender or other characteristics, Human Rights Act and Data Protection Issues, Unlawful stops and searches, and Police Complaints.

The ideal candidate will have Paralegal or public law/human rights experience, particularly within the above areas or other areas of law. A working knowledge of legal aid systems is desirable. This position would suit well-motivated individuals with intelligence, ambition, lateral thinking skills and sound judgment.

A generous salary of £45,000 - £55,000 per annum is available for this role, depending on experience. Benefits include 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays, Generous and flexible pension schemes, Volunteering days – Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid), Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services.



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