Public Inquiry Lawyer

GLD is involved in a number of high-profile public inquiries and reviews. The role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a unique area which deals with high profile matters that consider events of serious public concern. The team provides legal advice and support to government departments on a wide range of inquiry related matters including offering support to individuals who participate in inquiries e.g civil servants and Ministers with preparation of their evidence and witness support and dealing with disclosure requests. We also resource many inquiry legal teams and lawyers will assist the Secretary and Chair in fulfilling the inquiry''s objectives. Previous experience of public inquiries/reviews and/or litigation (ideally public law litigation) is essential. You must be able to demonstrate good written skills (including close attention to detail) and an ability to work independently and under pressure. The post is likely to involve carrying out extensive disclosure exercises, drafting witness statements, providing detailed written legal advice and conducting litigation relating to public inquiries/reviews. The post holder should also be able to do the following: Manage their own workload (including meeting tight deadlines to preserve the GLD''s reputation); Assist with the team''s knowledge management/sharing objectives (also providing input into client legal awareness projects); Attend and contribute to team meetings; Comply with Lexcel requirements, as ..... full job details .....