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Civil Litigation Solicitor

Employer
Greater Manchester Police
Location
Greater Manchester
Salary
£41,718 - £43,860
Closing date
12 Jul 2021

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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

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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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