Temp. Solicitor (Public and Regulatory) (Grade K) 1893304, - Ref:1893304
Enhanced Vetting Required
Assessment / Test Required
Greater Manchester Police is one of the largest police forces in the UK and is responsible for keeping its diverse population of almost three million people safe.
Greater Manchester is a vibrant region in the Northwest, spread over more than 1,200 sq km. Split over 10 metropolitan districts, it is billed as the most diverse city in Europe, whose residents draw on and contribute to its rich cultural legacy and collectively speak up to 200 different languages.
Recently awarded the most improved force in the country after its latest police effectiveness, efficiency and legitimacy (PEEL) inspection in 2023, Greater Manchester Police remains committed to doing the basics of policing brilliantly, protecting the public, supporting victims and ensuring its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
GMP recognises that having a diverse workforce makes it more approachable and relevant to the public, and so we welcome applications from everyone.
Legal Services provides a critical support service for officers and staff at all levels in GMP. The Branch is made up of circa 50 legally qualified and non-qualified staff split across six units, including four dedicated legal units that specialise in Operational Policing, Civil Litigation, Employment and Misconduct, and Public and Regulatory.
Members of our teams provide legal advice across the above areas and are key partners in ensuring GMP re-establishes itself as a leading police force who fight and reduce crime, keeps people safe and cares for victims. Our legal work is interesting, fast-paced and rewarding with no two days being the same. You can expect to be challenged and have the highest level of career fulfilment here, because you can and will make a difference. Every single member of the team understands their role in contributing to the provision of our service, and the business benefits it brings.
If you are hard-working, motivated and adaptable; want to take a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work as part of a friendly and supportive team and can demonstrate the attributes and behaviours that GMP expects of its police staff and officers, we welcome your application.
An opportunity has arisen for a committed and enthusiastic solicitor to join our Public and Regulatory Team to cover a period of maternity leave for 12 months.
You will manage your own caseload consisting predominantly of Inquests but also mixed with Information Commissioners Office Appeals, Public Inquiries and Health and Safety Executive investigations and prosecutions. You will be responsible for providing advice to officers and staff at all ranks, representation at court, carrying out investigations and research, dealing with third party stakeholders, demonstrating an ability to communicate effectively, dealing with confidential and sensitive information and manage a personal caseload effectively and proactively.
*The salary attracts an additional £5000 market supplement (which is subject to review every three years, or sooner if market conditions change)
This post is politically restricted under the provisions of the Local Government and Housing Act, 1989. Your post is defined as 'politically restricted' and you must not, therefore, engage in political activities. Further information about such activities can be found in the Politically Restricted Posts Policy available on the Greater Manchester Police intranet site.
Applications are welcomed from those without specific experience in Inquest and Inquiry work as training will be provided.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo security vetting.
Benefits:
GMP is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring that the make-up of its workforce is reflective of the communities of Greater Manchester. GMP recognises that having a diverse workforce makes the Force more approachable and relatable to the public it serves.
GMP also operates an Agile Working Policy, giving you flexibility to manage your working hours and location thereby promoting a positive work-life balance.
24 days annual leave (in addition to bank holidays).
A local Government Pension Scheme.
Free parking available.
By joining GMP, the successful candidates will also have the opportunity to join GMPs Sports and Social Club. For a nominal monthly sum, a wide range of activities are available such as indoor football, tennis, squash and badminton as well as an extensive gymnasium. There is also bar and restaurant facilities with function rooms that can be hired for private events. Discounts are also available for Cinema and theatre tickets.
Other benefits include Blue Light discounts from many high street retailers and a Credit Union which offers financial products exclusively to the Police Family.
For more information, a copy of the job descriptions including the essential and desirable short-listing criteria and to apply on-line please visit the Police Staff recruitment page at: www. gmp.police.uk
Due to the Equality Act (2010) the sickness will not be checked until the conditional offer stage of the recruitment process and therefore candidates need to ensure that they have a good attendance record for the last 2 years for Staff and officers and for 12 months for apprentices.
The Equality Act 2010 makes it unlawful to discriminate against a disabled person in all areas of employment, including recruitment. The Police Service welcomes people with disabilities and will do its best to make reasonable adjustments to the working arrangements and/ or the working environment providing it is possible to do so.
Should you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the selection process. Please contact GMP Recruitment @ gmprecruitment@gmp.police.uk
As an equal opportunities employer, GMP is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join GMP.
Policing values are enshrined in the Ethical Policing Principles (a copy of which is attached).
The portal to upload Tattoos should not be used to upload CVs or Expressions of Interest if you do this your application will not be included in the recruitment process.
To be eligible for appointment as a member of police staff, you must be a British citizen or a citizen of a country that is a member of the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland. Commonwealth citizens and foreign nationals are also eligible but only if they are resident in the UK free of restrictions.
Retiring Police Officers should be aware that there may be tax implications if they are returning to work for GMP within 6 months of retiring. (Please see further information sheet attached).
Apprentices; you must be in the last 6 months of your apprenticeship to be eligible to apply for this role.