Solicitor-Operations
About The Position
Merseyside Police is a dynamic, challenging, and rewarding place to work, and we take pride in everything we do. As the best-performing urban Force as graded by HMICFRS to date, our strategy is simple: put the communities of Merseyside first. We are committed to continuous improvement in areas that matter most: Ending Violence Against Women & Girls Tackling Serious Organised Crime & County Lines Strengthening Diversity & Inclusion Building trust and confidence through Community Engagement We are a friendly employer with a passion for investing in our people and creating conditions for you to thrive and be your best self. We have an exciting and challenging opportunity for a qualified solicitor to join our Legal Services Department. You may be an experienced lawyer or a newly qualified solicitor with a strong desire to make a real difference to the communities of Merseyside. The Legal Services Department provides legal advice and representation to the Chief Constable, covering operational advice, orders, and commercial law. As part of our Operations Team, you will provide real-time advice to officers and staff across a wide range of operational policing areas, including: Use of police powers Proceeds of Crime Act applications Civil Preventative Orders to protect the public from Domestic Violence, Modern Slavery, Anti-Social Behaviour, Stalking, and Sexual Offences Ideally, you will have advocacy experience, preferably in magistrates’ courts for civil applications. At Merseyside Police, we value our employees and provide comprehensive support and training to help you excel. Benefits include: Annual Leave: 25 days plus 8 bank holidays (rising to 30 days after 5 years) Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (contributions from 5.5% to 11.5%) Health & Wellbeing: Access to on-site gyms, counselling, physiotherapy, and mental health support Flexible Working: Hybrid/agile options and flexible hours (core hours 10:00–15:00) Other Benefits: Blue Light discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, generous parental leave, and sick pay provisions We are proud to use Positive Action to address underrepresentation and actively encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Our DEI team offers advice and support throughout the process.
Requirements
- Excellent communication and analytical skills
- Ability to manage a varied caseload and undertake advocacy at the appropriate level
- Sound judgement, strong organisational habits, and a flexible, can-do attitude
Nice To Haves
- A proven track record of handling sensitive matters
- Understanding of the requirements of a Police Organisation and Insurers
- Advocacy experience, preferably in magistrates’ courts for civil applications
Responsibilities
- Provide real-time advice to officers and staff across a wide range of operational policing areas
- Use of police powers
- Proceeds of Crime Act applications
- Civil Preventative Orders to protect the public from Domestic Violence, Modern Slavery, Anti-Social Behaviour, Stalking, and Sexual Offences
Benefits
- Annual Leave: 25 days plus 8 bank holidays (rising to 30 days after 5 years)
- Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (contributions from 5.5% to 11.5%)
- Health & Wellbeing: Access to on-site gyms, counselling, physiotherapy, and mental health support
- Flexible Working: Hybrid/agile options and flexible hours (core hours 10:00–15:00)
- Other Benefits: Blue Light discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, generous parental leave, and sick pay provisions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
