As part of a growing team of over 130 employees, approximately 50 qualified lawyers, and with the support of paralegals and administrative colleagues, you will provide quality legal services to over 40,000 public servants and employees. The Legal Services Branch (DLS) has advised the Commissioner on legal matters since 1935 and has represented the Commissioner before the courts and in several high-profile investigations. The team ensures the cost-effective delivery of all legal services to the Met, the UK`s largest police force and one of the most trusted in the world. We need high-level lawyers to help us achieve our goals. The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is a leading police service and is one of the 10 largest in the country. From experienced police officers to new recruits to our civilian staff, we are a highly trained and disciplined team of law enforcement professionals who have earned the respect of the diverse communities we serve. You will work with and learn from the best police departments in the Metropolitan Police Department. For more information, please contact Ms. Alpa Patel at alpa.patel@met.police.uk The Legal Services Branch (DLS) provides in-house legal services to the Met. Paralegals provide lawyers with high-level legal support while conducting their own affairs.
Our paralegals hold cases in a variety of cases such as disclosure or domestic violence protection orders. They care from start to finish, investigate, instruct lawyers, give advice and make decisions. As the face of the Met in courts, hearings, and tribunals, you will do everything in your power to ensure that cases are resolved fairly and professionally. Rest assured that you will receive support and advice from our experienced lawyers. Do you have what it takes to join the UK`s leading in-house police law team? To join us, you must have an interest in law. They will represent the Met in court, so familiarity with court proceedings is helpful, but not a requirement. We are also looking for candidates who can deal with people at all levels, use strong communication skills, and it is important that you are well organized and able to meet strict deadlines. If you can bring this expertise as well as good analytical and investment skills, we can offer you a job with great job satisfaction. In return, a rewarding career awaits you as part of the largest internal policing team in the country. Our paralegals also help in-house legal teams defend the Commissioner against a wide range of claims – from civil suits to labour tribunals. They assist in preparing cases and conducting investigations, conducting research, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and attending conferences and hearings.
With varied and interesting cases, life for paralegals at the Met is busy and fast-paced. In this important role, you will be at the heart of our respected in-house legal department, where you will have the opportunity to handle cases from start to finish, many of which are highly publicized and attract media attention. If you can overcome challenges and represent the Met in court, read on to discover a rewarding specialist role. In return, a rewarding career awaits you as part of the largest internal policing team in the country. The Met recognizes the importance of work-life balance and offers an attractive range of benefits as well as a friendly and supportive work environment. Job Title: Lawyers Salary: £49,125 to £66,452; plus £2,623 location allowance. We offer a unique opportunity for the right candidate To apply, please visit our website. The application is made via a detailed CV, a personal declaration and an online application form. Your personal statement should explain why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience prove your suitability for the role (maximum 1000 words).
(Editor`s note) Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV). If you do not provide all relevant documents, your application will not be considered. As a committed, disability-conscious employer, the Met is committed to ensuring that people with disabilities and people with long-term health issues have the opportunity to reach their potential and achieve their goals. Salary: £27,358 to £31,369 plus an allowance of £1,639. You get £27,358 the minimum of the band. The progression towards the band`s maximum of £31,369 is done by a gradual progression. This permanent position is offered full-time, but we strive to create an inclusive work environment, so we welcome and encourage applications from candidates who have a flexible work arrangement, provided they meet DLS`s business needs in accordance with the Met`s Smarter Work policies. Please click on the link below to view an online information package for applicants that will give you an overview of the Met, the competency framework we use that shapes our daily work behaviour, the application process and a wealth of other information to help inform and support your application: The Metropolitan Police Service is proud of the role it plays in policing London.
A diverse and vibrant capital with a growing population that is moving east and getting younger. The Met is an intelligence organization rooted in the communities it serves, but with national and international reach. To apply, please visit our website to download a role-specific information package and click on the link to complete and submit the online application form. You will also need to submit a detailed curriculum vitae and a personal statement describing your suitability for the position (no more than 500 words). You must provide details of your SRA number and the date you were inducted into the Law Society or Law Society Membership Number, the year of the call or membership number and the date the CILEx Scholarship was awarded. DLS is headquartered in Holborn, but staff will travel regularly to other locations and courts in London. DLS moves to a mixed work model, based on operational needs.
