Civil Litigation Solicitor
- Employer
- Greater Manchester Police
- Location
- Greater Manchester
- Salary
- £41,718 - £43,860
- Closing date
- 12 Jul 2021
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- Practice area
- Civil litigation
- Contract type
- Locum/Contract
- Hours
- Full time
- PQE
- 1 year, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 6 years
- Position
- Solicitor
- Sector
- Public sector/Charities
Job Details
Civil Litigation Solicitor
Salary Range £41,718 - £43,860
Full time 36.25 hours per week - Temporary to 11th May 2022
We are looking for a solicitor to join the Civil Litigation Unit. You will handle a caseload of litigated and un-litigated public liability, employer’s liability and motor claims against the Chief Constable and will supervise the work of unqualified staff. You will have a strong understanding of civil procedure and the legislation and case law relevant to civil actions against the police. You will be capable of proactively handling the defence of complex claims and of effectively communicating and rationalising your decision-making on liability, merits and value.
If you are hard-working, motivated and adaptable, want to take this challenging and rewarding opportunity to work as part of a friendly and supportive team and can demonstrate the attributes and behaviours that GMP expects of all its police staff and officers, we will welcome your application.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo security vetting and training.
GMP is an Equal Opportunities employer.
GMP operates an Agile Working Policy promoting a work life balance.
For more information, a copy of the job descriptions including the essential and desirable short-listing criteria and to apply on-line please visit the Police Staff recruitment page at: www. gmp.police.uk
Company
Greater Manchester Police's Force Vision
We will be the most effective police force in the UK by:
- Putting people first in everything we do
- Being proud of delivering excellent service
- Working with, and for, the people of Greater Manchester to make communities safe and feel safer
About Greater Manchester Police
Greater Manchester Police was formed in 1974, serving more than 2.5 million people and covering an area of 500 square miles. GMP is split into 12 divisions - Bolton, Bury, Metropolitan, North Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, South Manchester, Stockport, Tameside, Trafford and Wigan. There is also a specialist division based at Manchester International Airport.
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