Public Inquiries Lawyer – Government Legal Department

Yorkshire Pie Company; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government legal department in Leeds is searching for qualified lawyers to join its Public Inquiries Division and Defence and Security Division. The roles involve providing legal representation and advice, particularly in significant public inquiries such as the Grenfell Tower Inquiry. Candidates must exhibit strong legal skills, organisational ability, and excellent communication, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement. Benefits include a civil service pension and flexible working arrangements, enhancing the overall work environment.

Benefits

Civil service pension

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• High level of legal skill and judgment.
• Strong organisational abilities to manage complex workload.
• Experience with inquiry law and public law.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and representation in inquiries.
• Manage document-heavy review processes.
• Ensure clear communication with witnesses.

Skills

Legal skills

Organisational skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communicating and influencing

Working together

Education

Qualified lawyer

Tools

Electronic records management software

Discovery software such as Relativity

Job description

A government legal department in Leeds is searching for qualified lawyers to join its Public Inquiries Division and Defence and Security Division. The roles involve providing legal representation and advice, particularly in significant public inquiries such as the Grenfell Tower Inquiry. Candidates must exhibit strong legal skills, organisational ability, and excellent communication, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement. Benefits include a civil service pension and flexible working arrangements, enhancing the overall work environment.