Police jobs in Cheshire

Job description

The Role

Support fee earning staff and ensure a seamless quality of service for clients within the Actions Against the Police Department.

Key responsibilities & duties:

• To obtain documentation from client's to ensure sufficient information to draft a letter of claim.
• Drafting of letters of claim
• Obtaining Expert Evidence
• Drafting of statements / pleadings.
• To be able to understand and review particulars of claim, defences and subsequent proceedings to draft a detailed statement
• Prepare answers to routine questions.
• Set up and maintain electronic filing systems for records, correspondence, and other material.
• Conduct searches to find needed information, using such sources as the Internet.
• Learn to operate new office technologies as they are developed and implemented.
• Manage projects, and contribute to committee and team work.
• Operate email systems

Client relations

· Provide high quality point of contact for all clients

· Develop and maintain good relationships with all clients and other professionals

Professional standards

· To work & behave in a professional manner to the highest standards of the profession

· Comply with the policies & procedures in the office manual

· Carry out all duties with integrity and to the best of your ability

· Treat all information about the firm and its clients as confidential

Personal development

· Reflect on learning & development goals

· Identify gaps in skills & knowledge

· Attend all appropriate internal & external training

Satchell Moran Solicitors strive to be leaders and innovators within litigation, working within a happy environment with a focus on training and development of staff. We see this role as a great stepping stone to a candidate starting their legal career and progressing quickly within the company

Person Specification

· Law Graduate and either completed the SQE/LPC or due to commence the SQE

· Good typing skills

· Excellent communication skills (written & verbal)

· Good organisational skills

· A team worker

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £27,000

Benefits

We are committed to investing in our people and creating an environment where individuals can grow, thrive, and build long-term careers. Our success is driven by the talent, dedication, and professionalism of our team. We actively encourage career progression, recognise and reward achievement, and promote a positive, inclusive culture. Our strong staff retention reflects the supportive and collaborative workplace we are proud to offer.

The successful candidate will be eligible for the following benefits (role dependant):

Flexible Working

• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexi-time and agile working options to support a healthy work–life balance

Annual Leave

• 22 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Paid office closure between Christmas and New Year (providing two or three additional paid days, depending on the calendar year)
• Birthday leave – have your special day off on us to enjoy with your family and friends

Social & Team Engagement

• Annual Christmas Party
• Summer social events, including Race Days
• Team-building initiatives, such as our Charity Snowdon Expedition
• Organised fundraising days and charitable activities

Additional Benefits

• Auto-enrolment into the workplace pension scheme
• Performance-related bonus (role dependent)
• Dress Down Fridays
• Trainee Solicitor opportunities, supporting professional qualification and development
• Paid study leave
• Annual appraisals focused on performance, development, and career progression, ensuring our people feel supported throughout their careers
• Review Champion Scheme – recognising and rewarding positive client feedback

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: £27,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Liverpool, Merseyside: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person