Lawyer

7 days ago

Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Northamptonshire Police Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

We are building our Legal team We are seeking lawyers to join our Legal Service team, providing expert advice, legal support and representation to the Chief Constable of Northamptonshire Police, Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service and the Office of the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner.

About The Role
As part of our dedicated legal team, you will:

  • Deliver comprehensive legal advice across a wide range of matters.
  • Represent the organisation in proceedings and hearings.
  • Manage a complex caseload with minimal supervision.
  • Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external counsel.
  • Stay ahead of legislative changes and case law developments impacting policing and fire services.

What We're Looking For

  • Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEx (with full advocacy rights).
  • Proven experience handling complex legal matters in one or more of the following areas:

Operational Policing - including Sexual Offences Orders, Stalking Protection Orders, Violent Offender Orders, Forced Marriage Protection Orders, Proceeds of crime Orders, Injunctions and Firearms appeal. Public Order powers and General police powers (PACE).

Civil Litigation - including claims for false imprisonment, unlawful/wrongful arrest, misfeasance, malicious prosecution, breach of human rights claims, DPA claims, judicial reviews.

Regulatory - including police disciplinary/misconduct or any other breach of professional conduct litigation. Inquests and/or public inquiries.

Employment law and claims - including discrimination, , whistleblowing, harassment, unfair dismissal and any other employment contractual claims.

  • Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Advocacy experience within the court system.

Desirable

  • Previous experience in policing, fire services, or public sector.
  • In-house legal experience.
  • Knowledge of police-related legislation and civil preventative orders

Why Join Us?

  • Full-time role with Police Staff Council conditions of service.
  • 25 days annual leave (plus 5 extra days after 3 years).
  • Hybrid working arrangements.
  • Opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-moving, high-profile environment.

If you're pragmatic, results-driven, and ready to take on a varied and challenging role, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now by uploading your CV, and a Personal Statement demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria for the role (no more than 750 words on the same document as your CV) and help shape the future of policing and fire services in Northamptonshire.

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