Job Description

Lawyer - Legal Services Department

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Force
Cambridgeshire Constabulary
HIDDEN - Role Type
Police Staff
Contract Duration
Permanent
Contract Type
Full Time
Department
Legal Services
Location
Headquarters, Huntingdon, Cambs
Grade
MB2
Salary
53,667

Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.


Hours / Week
37
Closing Date
08/08/2025, 23:55



Cambridgeshire Constabulary is seeking to employ Solicitors or Barristers to be based in the Legal Services Department working at its Huntingdon Headquarters. The site is accessible by public transport and there is free car parking on site.


You will be part of a small. friendly team providing comprehensive legal services to the Chief Constable, the Constabulary, its officers and staff.


The work of the Department is varied and covers both operational policing and litigation. The full-time roles will focus on civil preventative orders, civil litigation claims, family court disclosure application and employment litigation. In addition, you will be asked to advise and represent the Constabulary in all areas of the Department's caseload including inquests, police misconduct, employment, licencing, crime and antisocial behaviour.


Please note, candidates successful at shortlisting will be required to undertake an assessment as part of the interview process.


Starting salary of 53,667 rising with service up to 58,242


Normal working hours - 37 hours per week.

Duties include:

Representing the Chief Constable at Court hearings Working with Police Officers and Staff to seek opportunities for, and advise upon, Civil Preventative Orders and safeguarding opportunities, including Anti-Social Behaviour Injunctions, Forced Marriage Protection Orders, Stalking Protection Orders, and others. Overseeing the process for civil claims against the police, including the investigation of claims, assessing liability and quantum and working alongside the Insurance department. Dealing with applications for disclosure in the Family Court Advising and representing the Chief Constable in relation to Employment Tribunals Representing the Constabulary at inquests and public inquiries. Providing advice to officers and staff in relation to the same. Providing legal advice to Police Officers regarding police policies, misconduct, operational tactics and covert authorities when requested

About You.

You must be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister with a current practicing certificate. Experience of police law is desirable, but not essential. Appropriate training can be provided.


It is important to us that we hire someone with the right values and attitude that align with ours. Whether officer or staff, we are serving the public, and the policing Competency and Values Framework underpins everything we do. We are also looking for you to:

Have great attention to detail Be proactive and use your initiative Take a solution-focused approach to any query or task Be a team player

Vetting and Medical:

Successful applicants will be required to pass Management Vetting prior to commencing their role.


Please be aware there is a minimum 5 year UK residency required for Management Vetting.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Local Government Pension Scheme Sick pay provisions Generous maternity / paternity and adoption leave entitlements Option to become a member of the onsite unions Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme Access to on-site-gyms Cycle to work scheme Agile working (role dependant) Flexible or part-time working will be considered Employee Assistance Programme providing free and confidential counselling, financial and legal advice

About Cambridgeshire Constabulary

The constabulary employs over 1750 officers, over 950 staff members and 20 PCSO's to cover a resident population of over 700,000. Our vision is to 'Create a Safer Cambridgeshire'. We pride ourselves in delivering a service with integrity, sensitivity and respect.


It is important to us that we represent our local communities within Cambridgeshire. Everyone at Cambridgeshire Constabulary takes personal responsibility to help create an inclusive workplace, where police officers and staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves. We are committed to providing workplace adjustments, wherever needed so everyone feels welcome and can flourish.


Cambridgeshire Constabulary celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented or minority groups.


Cambridgeshire Constabulary is a Disability Confident Employer. Should you require any reasonable adjustments for your application process, please contact the HR on 01438 757777. We also recognise the 'offer an interview' scheme; to candidates who meet the minimum requirement, regardless of any points system or portfolio gathering; and this is throughout promotion boards and the interview process. Where possible, we will also consider flexible working requests.


If you think this could be the role for you, we encourage you to apply today. If you have any queries, you can contact the recruitment team via recruitment@bch.police.uk


If you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Sharon Lewis via Sharon.lewis@cambs.police.uk

Additional Information

All internal applicants

must

have successfully completed their probationary period to apply for this role.


Internal applicants within Cambridgeshire Constabulary should upload either a CV or provide relevant skills, experiences and qualifications on Word/PDF document.


This vacancy is live to those at risk of redundancy and will remain open to redeployees until a final offer has been agreed with a successful candidate and accepted by them. Redeployees at risk of redundancy will take priority over all other applicants at any point during the recruitment process. If a redeployee does apply and is successful, they will remain on their home force's terms and conditions.


As a Disability Confident leader, we take personal responsibility to help create an inclusive workplace, where police officers and staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves. We are committed to providing workplace adjustments, wherever needed so everyone feels welcome and can flourish. If you have a disability and you meet the minimum criteria for the position you are applying for, you will be entitled to an interview under the 'Offer an Interview Scheme'.

It is recommended that you download and store a copy of the role profile as this will no longer be available once the advert has closed.

To enable us to deliver outstanding policing for everyone, we need people from all backgrounds with a range of professional and life experiences so that we are truly representative of our communities.

Why work for Cambridgeshire Constabulary?

We have gained a reputation as a pioneering and innovative force, responsible for policing a large diverse, multi-cultural population.


If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people's lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then we are the force for you.

Benefits include:

Access to the local government pension scheme (police staff) or Police pension scheme (Police officers) including career average, employer contributions and death in service. Paid leave days depending on force and length of service (police staff - 24 to 33 days, police officers 22 to 30 days). Paid sick leave of six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service). Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (dependent on service). Carers and discretionary leave. Flexible working arrangements including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job share, annualised hours and agile working (depending on role requirements). Gym facilities, weekly yoga classes, exercise classes, squash facilities, exercise space etc. are available (depending on location). Each force has its own sports or sports and social club, offering discounts, trips, and events. Cycle to Work scheme. Access to Blue Light Card providing discounts to Emergency Services on the high street and online. Access to Police Mutual providing financial support including savings plans, insurance, breakdown cover, loans and independent financial advice. Employee Assistance Programme. Various support groups including Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) Support Group, Christian Police Association (CPA), Disability Awareness Network (DAWN), Lesbian, gay, bi-sexual & transgender (LGBT), Menopause Action Group, Police Chaplains. Access to a Trade Union (UNISON)/Staff Association (Federation). The Backup Buddy Police Support app is designed to help with mental health issues and gives practical advice and support as well as a range of podcasts. Opportunities for development and further study including Further You Talent Management, Be You BCH Senior Leadership Programme, and supervisory leadership workshops.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are working hard to increase diversity and inclusion within the Constabulary, where communities are under-represented, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, people of all ages, abilities, faiths, religions and gender, LGBT communities and those from other disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds, who share our values and wish to make a difference to the communities we serve.


All applications will be treated on merit, based on the evidence provided in your application and suitability for the role you have applied for.



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Flexible Working

All requests for flexible working patterns will be considered and will be dependent on the role.

Recruitment and Selection Policy

Internal applicants who are at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment and pass the selection process, will be offered the role over the remaining internal and external applicants.

Police Barred and Advisory Lists

Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.

Vetting and Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.