At a Glance
- Tasks: Join West Yorkshire Police's legal team and handle diverse legal cases.
- Company: One of the largest in-house police legal teams in the UK.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid working, generous leave, and a competitive salary up to £75,537.
- Other info: Diversity is valued; applications from all backgrounds are encouraged.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in high-profile legal cases while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive with 1-year PQE.
The predicted salary is between 47385 - 75537 £ per year.
Location: Wakefield
Solicitor or Legal Executive to join Legal Services at West Yorkshire Police.
Hours: Full time – 37 hours per week – flexible and hybrid working.
Salary: Solicitors Grade Scheme – £47,385 – £75,537 (starting salary between £47,385 – £68,322).
We are one of the largest in‑house police legal teams in the country and are expanding further. We have a number of vacancies for qualified solicitors and/or legal executives. We provide a range of legal advice and support to the whole of West Yorkshire Police. We undertake a vast range of work from civil litigation and commercial to operational policing and police misconduct cases. Our lawyers have worked on some very high‑profile cases, including civil claims, discipline, inquests and inquiries, real‑time support to manage major operations including protests, class actions, employment tribunals and multi‑handed misconduct cases.
No experience of police law is necessary; we will try and accommodate a candidate’s experience and interest in a particular area. Training will be provided. We can provide a varied caseload, career progression including an opportunity to gain higher rights of audience, flexible working (including a blend of home and office working), and an opportunity to earn a salary of up to £75,537 (starting salary will be between £47,385 – £68,322 and will be determined by experience).
Key requirements:
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with 1-year PQE or comparable experience.
- Has a full UK Driving Licence and/or is able to travel around the Force area.
- Has access to a vehicle and is willing to use it for business purposes.
Benefits:
- Hybrid working (agile working following an initial period of supervision/training).
- Generous annual leave allowance plus statutory Bank Holidays.
- Flexi‑time scheme based on a standard working day of 7 hours 24 minutes and a 37‑hour week.
- Access to a range of Occupational Health facilities.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Employee Assistance Service (accessible 24/7).
Further information about this role: please contact Helene Harvey or Alison Walker – 01924 292190. Please provide a CV and ensure you complete the online application form fully. The post is suitable for job share. West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last five years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused because it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.
YS7792 - Solicitor/Legal Executive **External - WYP Website** employer: West Yorkshire Police
West Yorkshire Police is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where collaboration with various agencies is at the forefront of our mission to combat counter-terrorism and organized crime. With flexible working hours and a strong commitment to employee development, we provide opportunities for growth and meaningful contributions to community safety in the York area.
