Police jobs in Merseyside

Are you a newly qualified Solicitor/FCLIEX or about to qualify? The firm is seeking to recruit a newly qualified Solicitor or FCLIEX into our expanding Actions Against the Police team. Full training will be provided, and no prior experience in this specialist area is required.

We will also consider paralegals with 4+ years litigation experience.

This role has an attractive package up to £40,000.00 basic salary p.a. plus significant bonus (paid monthly) on offer for the right candidate.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be newly qualified or soon to qualify as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• Have some exposure to litigation (during training contract, LPC/LLM placement, paralegal role or similar)
• Demonstrate strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Be motivated to develop a long-term career in litigation

Responsibilities:

• Running a caseload from inception to conclusion, including investigations, obtaining expert evidence, drafting Letters of Claim, settlement negotiations, pleadings and litigation as appropriate

Vetting and risk assessing new matters coming into the department

• Working to deadlines
• Providing a high level of client service

Experience requirements:

• Newly qualified or soon to qualify candidates are encouraged to apply
• Previous litigation experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided
• Experience with Proclaim is preferred, however full training can be provided

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 dependent):

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
• Birthday leave

Social & Team Engagement

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

Additional Benefits

• Free onsite parking
• Auto-enrolment into workplace pension scheme
• Performance-related bonus (role dependent)
• Dress Down Fridays
• Trainee Solicitor opportunities
• Paid study leave
• Annual appraisals
• Review Champion Scheme

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year plus significant bonus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

Licence/Certification:

• practising certificate or due to qualify as Solicitor? (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person