At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise and represent Kent Police on legal matters, managing your own caseload.
- Company: Join the Legal Services Department of Kent Police, a vital part of public service.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £52,134, with incremental increases and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in law enforcement while developing your legal expertise.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 32796 - 40084 £ per year.
Location of Role: Maidstone
Advert Closing Date: 17/09/2026
Starting Salary: £52,134.00 (pro-rata for part-time vacancies)
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Mon-Fri
Weekend/Evening Working: No
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Legal Services Department in Kent Police. The successful candidate will advise and represent the Chief Constable of Kent and other members of Kent Police on all aspects of law as it affects the Force. You will manage a personal caseload and provide an efficient and effective legal service to the Force as a whole, which assists in and limits liability and protects the Force's reputation. The job description attached to this role provides further information regarding the main responsibilities.
The successful candidate will be qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practicing certificate. Ideally you will have previous experience of working in a legal practice, in a Legal Services Department within a Local Government or in a policing environment. Experience of working within a policing environment and knowledge of police policy, processes and procedures is desirable. It is also desirable to have a good working knowledge of employment law and Employment Tribunal processes.
You will have highly developed written and verbal communication skills, the ability to grasp and apply case law jurisprudence, and ideally, be able to build a legal argument from the consideration and application of first principles of law. Effective IT skills and experience of using Microsoft Office software is desirable.
Your own transport and a valid driving license are essential to this role. This opportunity would suit a highly-motivated and dynamic individual who can bring their wide experience to a challenging environment.
Kent Police offer incremental increases within this salary band, therefore the salary for this position will rise to a maximum of £58,881.00.
All of our posts require a level of vetting and security clearance. During the recruitment process you will be sent vetting information forms to complete.
Kent Police and Essex Police welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, sex, or employment status.
If you're not from the UK, you must be a resident in the UK and have lived here continuously for the last three years. You must also be free from restrictions with indefinite leave to remain. If you're from the UK you must have lived here continuously for the last three years. This doesn't apply to those serving abroad in the British Armed Forces.
Lawyer (Headquarters, Kent) in Maidstone employer: Essex & Kent Police
Kent Police is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion while providing meaningful opportunities for professional growth within the legal field. Located in Maidstone, employees benefit from a competitive salary structure with incremental increases, a commitment to work-life balance, and the chance to make a significant impact on the community through their legal expertise. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that prioritises the protection of the Force's reputation and the delivery of high-quality legal services.
