Job Description

Details

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Reference number

425026

Salary

40,005
A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
GBP

Job grade

Other

Contract type

Permanent

Type of role

Legal Services

Other

Working pattern

Flexible working, Full-time, Homeworking

Number of jobs available

4

Contents

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Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information

Location

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Remote working (anywhere in the UK)

About the job

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Job summary

Case Review Managers are responsible for analysing and investigating suspected miscarriages of justice. They manage a demanding portfolio of complex criminal cases and draft reasoned recommendations whether to refer a case for a fresh appeal.


The role is intellectually challenging. Case Review Managers need to be analytical, articulate, resilient and proactive. You must be able to juggle competing priorities, planning your work to ensure each case is investigated properly and takes no longer than reasonably necessary to reach a reliable conclusion.


In return, we offer you a unique and independent perspective on the criminal justice system and criminal cases.


As a Case Review Manager, you need to see the case from all sides - you must be objective and impartial. You will have the opportunity to examine material from the police, the prosecution, the courts and the defence, as well as records from prisons, the NHS and local authorities.


Sometimes you will need to interview applicants and witnesses or instruct experts in a range of forensic and scientific disciplines. At other times you will be dealing with emerging developments in the criminal law.

Job description

The purpose of the role is to investigate suspected miscarriages of justice and to recommend whether a case meets the statutory test for referral to the relevant appeal court.


Case Review Managers are responsible for:

Managing a challenging portfolio of complex criminal cases with competing deadlines and priorities, ensuring regular progress of all cases. Planning and leading the thorough and timely analysis, investigation and review of criminal convictions and sentences, most of which relate to serious offences prosecuted on indictment in the Crown Courts of England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Requiring and reviewing documents and other material from public and private bodies, including investigation, prosecution, court and defence files and highly sensitive and confidential material such as medical records or intelligence. Applying the law and making objective, evidence-based and well-reasoned recommendations to Commissioners as to whether cases should be referred to the appropriate appeal court. Drafting accurate, clear and concise Statements of Reasons for decisions whether to refer a case for an appeal, taking account of the communication needs of diverse recipients including unrepresented applicants and the Court of Appeal. Communicating effectively with applicants, other stakeholders and colleagues in a remote-working environment.

Key Tasks:

Analyse, investigate and review cases, applying the relevant law, policies and guidance, using objectivity and good judgement throughout. Plan each case, setting out what steps we are taking (or not taking), why, and when we expect realistically to complete our enquiries. Assimilate and evaluate potentially extensive information and argument relevant to the case, including complex medical or scientific evidence, highly sensitive or confidential material and developing case law and legal arguments, targeting what might make a difference and re-evaluating as necessary during the review. Identify, and pursue effectively, relevant lines of enquiry including obtaining material from public and private bodies, commissioning expert reports, interviewing applicants witnesses and other relevant parties, and taking witness statements when appropriate. Work with Commissioners, Group Leaders, the legal and investigation teams and other colleagues for the benefit of case review. Delegate tasks to interns, administrators and other colleagues where appropriate and actively monitor progress. Communicate effectively with applicants and potential applicants, their representatives, public and private bodies and individuals associated with the case, taking into account the potentially conflicting needs of those parties and the CCRC. Ensure compliance with the CCRC's obligations on disclosure, security and confidentiality of information and under the Code of Practice for Victims of Crime. Keep up to date with developing law, practice and policy, and take responsibility for their own learning and development and for sharing knowledge with colleagues. Undertake legal and other research as the case requires. Make objective, evidence-based and well-reasoned decisions and recommendations on a range of questions relating to the case review process, in line with CCRC policies and procedures and the requirements of the Criminal Appeal Act 1995. Produce clear and coherent draft Statements of Reasons and supporting documentation to enable Commissioners to make timely, accurate and reliable decisions whether to refer a case to an appellate court. Present cases to a committee of Commissioners if a referral seems possible or in other appropriate circumstances. Serve on in-house working groups, draft casework guidance or other CCRC literature, prepare and deliver training to colleagues. Take calls on the CCRC helpline from potential applicants and others, providing appropriate information to answer the caller's queries and to enable them to then take the appropriate course of action

Person specification

Essential criteria:

Lead:

Comprehensive experience of leading complex legal or investigative cases, managing multiple lines of enquiry and different cases with competing deadlines and conflicting priorities. Strong analytical and reasoning skills Experience of researching and analysing complex legal, factual and evidential issues and data. Experience of working within the criminal justice system and/or a sound knowledge of the criminal justice system. Excellent oral and written communication skills, reflecting the need to communicate effectively with applicants, their representatives, members of the public and senior figures in the criminal justice system. Competency in the use of up-to-date IT equipment and packages - specifically the Microsoft Office 365 suite of programmes. Ability to operate effectively and build effective working relationships in a remote working environment.

Please refer to the candidate information pack which contains full details.

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:


Making Effective Decisions Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace Working Together

Benefits

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Alongside your salary of 40,005, Criminal Cases Review Commission contributes 11,589 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
We offer a wide range of benefits, including flexible working options. You can also look forward to:

A Civil Service pension - this will see us making a significant contribution to your pension fund 29 days' annual leave allowance (pro rata), in addition to eight statutory bank holidays and special leave allowance for your birthday Generous paid maternity, paternity and shared parental leave (SPL) which is in excess of the statutory minimum We have flexible working patterns, including access to a flexible working scheme We also operate a flexi time system which means you can build up to two additional days off per month Remote working (anywhere in the UK) - we will supply a laptop and any equipment you don't already have so you can work from home comfortably and safely Reimbursement for any travel, subsistence, and expenses 3 paid volunteering days per year Access to retail discounts and a cashback site Occupational Health Services and an Employee Assistance Programme Free eye tests and a contribution towards lenses or spectacles for VDU users

To find out more and apply, please visit our website.

Things you need to know

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Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.

Selection process timeline:

Applications should be submitted via our careers site by no later than

23:55

on

16 September 2025.

When you complete your online application, you will be asked to provide:

Step One: Application form

Details of your employment history, qualifications, any professional memberships, availability and our equal opportunities monitoring questions. You will also be asked some questions about our essential requirements for the role.


After submitting your application form, if you meet the essential requirements for the role, you will then be asked for the following:

Step Two: Criteria questions

You will receive an email with a link to provide us with evidence of how you meet the Lead Behaviour and criteria listed within the Person Specification. It is essential that you give evidence, using examples, of proven experience / competencies when addressing these criteria. You will need to submit your responses to the criteria questions before the closing date of the vacancy.

Shortlisting

Candidates will be invited to complete a short online ability test that aligns with the skills required for the role - a Verbal Reasoning test. Please note that this test may include a timed element. This will be sent to candidates via email on

17 September 2025

with a deadline for completion of

22 September 2025.

Shortlisting is expected to be completed by

29 September 2025

and all shortlisted candidates will be advised of the outcome shortly afterwards.



Candidates who pass the shortlisting stage will be asked to undertake a Logical Reasoning Ability test. This will be sent on

30 September 2025

, and candidates will have until

7 October 2025

to complete this test.

Case Study Exercise

Candidates who are shortlisted will be invited to complete a written exercise during the period of

13 October 2025

to

24 October 2025

. This is a 70-minute timed assessment, where candidates will be provided with details of an example case via email and given time to prepare recommendations. Instructions will be provided to shortlisted candidates only.



The written exercise will be assessed, and if you pass this, you will then be invited to attend a 35-minute online panel interview via Microsoft Teams the following day, where you will be asked a series of questions in relation to the task. We will be testing your analytical and reasoning skills together with your communication skills.



Since this assessment will require candidates to be available on 2 consecutive days, it is important that you include details in your application form of any dates in the above period that you are unavailable.



One of our HR colleagues will be available to answer any queries you may have throughout the process.


Please note, the above dates are subject to change. It may not be possible to accommodate alternative requests for assessment and interviews. Please refer to candidate pack for the indicative timeline.


As part of our application process, you will be prompted to provide details of any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process that you need. If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying, please contact the HR team in the first instance.



Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is counter-terrorist check .



See our vetting charter .
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:


UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Further information on nationality requirements

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.



We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles .
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

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Contact point for applicants

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Job contact :

Name : CCRC HR Team Email : hr@ccrc.gov.uk
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Recruitment team

Email : hr@ccrc.gov.uk

Further information

https://careers.ccrc.gov.uk/home