The Regulatory Lawyer will provide legal advice and representation under the general direction of the Director of Joint Legal Services (JLS). As a Solicitor, you will work collaboratively with a variety of clients, colleagues and other stakeholders to provide a comprehensive legal service to the Chief Constable and Police and Crime Commissioner for both Staffordshire and West Midlands Police.
Your primary responsibilities will involve advising on all stages of disciplinary proceedings including preparation of cases for accelerated misconduct hearings, advocacy (where required at those hearings), drafting of charges and advising the professional standards department on strategy, risks and disclosure. You will also handle inquest files including regular engagement with the Coroner, Coroner’s officers, Counsel and attendance at pre-inquest review hearings and inquests.
Responsibilities:
- To advise and provide representation (including advocacy where required) in relation to legal proceedings and hearings before the relevant Courts & Tribunals
- Preparation of files for inquest including statement preparation, disclosure and advising on high profile cases and Article 2 issues
- Instruction of Counsel and preparation and attendance at misconduct hearings
- Work with external legal services (including Counsel) where necessary
- Provide timely legal advice to all clients as required and advise on public order matters
- Carry a complex case load providing advice and advocacy as required
- Drafting legal documents
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- Professional legal qualification (or expected within the next 3 months) as a Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive
- Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Police discipline/misconduct
- Public inquiries and/or inquests
- Public Order
- Any other regulatory work
Interviews
Interview dates are to be confirmed, but will likely take place within 2 weeks of the closing date of the advert.
Vetting
Successful applicants will be required to pass Management Vetting and Security Clearance scrutiny prior to commencing their role, this will include a full background & financial disclosure as part of the vetting process.
Medical
Appointment to this role may be dependent upon successfully completing medical checks, which may include a drugs test and if required a fitness test.
Diversity & Inclusion
West Midlands Police is a Disability Confident Leader and committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences.
Prospective officers and staff must be held to a higher standard of behaviour and accountability than members of the public, and that therefore their right to privacy can be fettered in certain circumstances. This is to ensure that members of the police are fully aware and accountable for the unique powers entrusted to them and the standards of professional behaviour they swear to uphold.
