Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate, knowledgeable, and driven

Prison Lawyer

to join our legal team. You will be responsible for providing high-quality legal representation and advocacy for prisoners on a wide range of matters, including parole hearings, adjudications, sentence progression.

This role plays a critical part in defending the rights of some of society's most marginalised individuals and ensuring fairness and justice within the prison system.

Key Responsibilities

Represent clients in parole hearings, disciplinary proceedings, and sentence planning reviews Provide legal advice on prison law, including IPP, life sentences, HDC, ROTL, and categorisation Draft legal correspondence, prepare submissions, and maintain accurate case files Work closely with clients, often in challenging environments, and uphold high ethical and professional standards Liaise with prison staff, probation officers, psychologists, and other stakeholders Keep up to date with developments in prison law and related case law

Essential Requirements

Strong knowledge of prison law, public law, and human rights legislation Experience working with vulnerable or marginalised individuals, ideally in custodial settings Excellent communication, advocacy, and case management skills Ability to manage a diverse and busy caseload independently Strong commitment to access to justice, fairness, and legal integrity

Desirable

Prison Law Supervisor status (or working toward it) Experience in public law/judicial review proceedings Knowledge of parole board rules and procedures Ability to travel regularly to various prisons across Midlands and beyond

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package Supportive and collaborative work environment Opportunities for continuing professional development Meaningful, impactful work that changes lives

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to L.Muldoon@stevensdefence.com by 17th October 2025

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of the criminal justice system.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 30,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Stoke-on-Trent ST3 1PQ