Police Civil Litigation Lawyer - Hybrid

The Legal Services Directorate at Avon and Somerset Police is offering an exciting opportunity for a Lawyer to work in the field of Civil Litigation. We are seeking a Lawyer who is motivated to make a real difference to one of the organisation s key objectives of upholding and maintaining community and public confidence. You must show enthusiasm and aptitude for this area of work. You will manage and organise a caseload of pre litigated and litigated civil work; Judicial Reviews; and Inquests under the supervision of the Senior Lawyer. Claims will involve Employer s Liability, Road Traffic Collisions and Public Liability claims arising out of contact with the police. You will form part of a wider Legal Services team who provide a comprehensive range of legal advice and representation to the Chief Constable and Police and Crime Commissioner. We are a friendly team with a strong emphasis on teamwork and creating a supportive working environment. In this role, your main responsibilities will include: Advise upon and manage cases involving civil litigation; inquests; and judicial reviews. Providing legal advice and guidance on all civil matters to the Chief Constable identifying legal and reputational risk. Investigating and case-managing pre-action and litigated civil claims. Representing the Chief Constable at Court hearings and within mediation and settlement meetings. Assisting the Senior Lawyers and Senior Leadership Team in the provision of legal advice and ..... full job details .....