What's involved with this role:
Note: the pay rate is provisional only and the and will be amended with the confirmed rate once received
Interim PT Prosecutions Lawyer
Reference no: Rochdale 0009 B5DE / 1
Pay Rate: £40.70 per hour PAYE
15 Monday – Friday, TBC
This opening assignment is for up to 1-2 months
City: ROCHDALE
Hybrid
You will conduct Local Authority prosecutions, including some initial advocacy.
Key Responsibilities:
Examining police evidence and deciding whether to progress criminal proceedings
Working closely with teams of caseworkers and administrative staff
Communicating with the police, probation services and other law enforcement and criminal justice agencies
Liaising with court staff and Criminal Defence Solicitors
Communicating with victims of the crime
Ensuring that the treatment of criminal offenders is fair
Presenting the case against the defendant in court
Advising and instructing court counsel
Key requirements:
Qualified solicitor / barrister or equivalent
Completed Legal Practice Course or Bar Professional Training Course
Legal knowledge including court procedures and government regulations
Experience in Local Authority prosecutions
Excellent verbal communication skills
Active listening skills
Excellent written communication skills
Analytical thinking skills
Ability to think clearly using logic and reasoning
Be thorough and pay attention to detail
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Job Ref: Rochdale 0009 B5DE / 1
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