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<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Proud to serve. Proud to keep justice going.</strong></p><p>The Court Usher is a pivotal role in court proceedings and a vital link between court users and the Judiciary to ensure the smooth running of the hearings. </p><p><strong>About us</strong></p><p>HM Courts &amp; Tribunals Service (HMCTS) is responsible for the administration of criminal, civil and family Courts and Tribunals in England and Wales. Our roles support our service users and colleagues within HMCTS, where people and businesses access potentially life-changing justice. We are looking for individuals who are committed to public service and making a difference in people’s lives to deliver justice. If you are interested in developing a career with a real purpose, please apply. </p><p><strong>Your role</strong></p><p>You will be an essential first point of contact for all the court users. There will be regular contact with the judiciary and assisting the administrative staff. You will meet members of the public, which may include vulnerable witnesses, and their legal representatives; prepare court /hearing rooms, and complete documentation, as well as ensuring the court runs efficiently. You will also carry out some general clerical work as required to support the work of HMCTS. Ushers work within a team with regular management support and are responsible for their own time. </p><p><strong>Your skills and experience</strong></p><p>With a friendly and approachable manner, you’ll possess strong communications skills, with the ability to assist and address court users in a clear and confident manner. You’ll have the ability to multi-task, prioritise and organise your own time undertaking some administrative tasks. You’re comfortable using IT, with the attention to detail to ensure court documents are accurate and able to adapt to and learn new software packages. You take pride in providing help and reassurance calmly and professionally in what can sometimes be challenging situations. </p><p>Please refer to the job description attachment for more information. </p><p><strong>Please make sure that you include your current duties and responsibilities in your CV. </strong></p><p><strong>Further details:</strong></p><p>These operational roles are customer facing, requiring successful applicants to be office based to provide HMCTS services to the public. Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week. HMCTS welcomes part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns, where they meet the demands of the role and business needs and are agreed prior to appointment. All applications for part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns will be considered in accordance with the MoJ’s Flexible Working policy. </p><p>The requirement may be to work Saturdays and Bank Holidays. Your working pattern will be confirmed by your line manager and on the occasions you are required to work Saturdays and Bank Holidays you will be allocated a day off in lieu based on business needs. There is no requirement to work Sundays. This does not include Good Friday and Christmas Day. </p><p><strong>Skilled Worker Visa </strong></p><p>From 4 April 2024, the Government increased the salary threshold for Skilled Worker visas. The starting salary for this role falls below the general salary threshold for sponsorship. </p><p>The Department cannot consider sponsoring you for this role unless you have held a Skilled Worker visa continuously since before 4 April 2024, you qualify for relevant tradeable points, or you meet other criteria where a lower salary can be considered. Therefore, if you believe you meet the eligibility criteria (in whatever way possible) and you have received a provisional job offer, please raise this during your vetting checks. </p><p>If you are applying for this role and you do not meet the new eligibility criteria for sponsorship, you will need to consider your options for obtaining and/or maintaining your right to work in the UK in light of these changes. Successful applicants must ensure they have and maintain the legal right to live and work in the Civil Service and in the United Kingdom. </p><p>The Department will continue to comply with UK Immigration Rules applied in the UK and Civil Service<em>. </em>Please go to <a href="http://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa</a> for more information. </p><p><strong>Occasional travel to other courts </strong></p><p>For this post, occasional travel to other law courts will be required for cover when needed. </p><h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £25,012, HM Courts and Tribunals Service contributes £7,245 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Access to learning and development</li><li>A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance</li><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/members/joining-the-civil-service-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual Leave</li><li>Public Holidays</li><li>Season Ticket Advance</li></ul><p><br>For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. <br><br>Link: <a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a></p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.<a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>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)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.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.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : 0345 241 5359</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL (<a href="mailto:Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com" target="_blank">Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com</a>) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a><br><br><a href="https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13785?entityId=13785" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13785?entityId=13785</a>

HM Courts and Tribunals Service

Court Usher(Ref: 13785

<p>The Senior Information Governance (SIG) Officer will report to the Information Governance Manager as part of a team responsible for ensuring that the Council is compliant with Information Laws; this includes but is not limited to the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA), UK-GDPR, the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOI), the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 (EIR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).</p><p><br></p><p>The primary role of the post holder is to support the overall development, management and delivery of the Council’s IG Strategy and work programmes; to oversee data processing practices, ensuring that they meet all statutory requirements, the provision of advice, guidance, and auditing ensuring compliance with the legislations and any requirements of the Information Commissioner, as the Supervisory Authority.</p><p><br></p><p>Liaise with stakeholders in a way that promotes the vision and values of the Council.</p><p><br></p><p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Tejinderpreet Lalli on <a href="mailto:tejinderpreet.lalli@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">tejinderpreet.lalli@medway.gov.uk</a></em></p><p><br></p><p>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. The salary you will be offered will be at level A. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. </p><p><br></p><p>When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. </p><p><br></p><p>The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: <br></p><p>Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. </p><p>Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. </p><p>Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. </p><p>We are seeking a Senior Information Governance Officer to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p><p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p><p><strong>For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. </strong></p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. </p><p><br></p><p>Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. </p><p><br></p><p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Senior Information Governance Officer

Experienced Investigator

Crown Prosecution Service

National Legal Trainee Scheme - Barrister - January 2026 (October 2027 start)

National Legal Trainee Scheme - Solicitor - January 2026 (October 2027 start)

Crown Prosecutor (January 2026)

Senior Crown Prosecutor (January 2026)

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>About this role:</p><p>The TRA carries out investigations into unfair trading practices and recommends measures to the Secretary of State. This work is novel within the UK and the Legal team at the TRA is at the forefront in developing this new field of law based on complex legislation and underpinned by World Trade Organization (WTO) rules.</p><p>Informal Chat:</p><p>Jamie Munk, a Senior Lawyer in the legal team, is offering the opportunity for an informal chat up until 30th January 2026. Please email <a href="mailto:jamie.munk@traderemedies.gov.uk" target="_blank">jamie.munk@traderemedies.gov.uk</a> to arrange one.</p><br><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Key Accountabilities:</strong></p><p>As a Senior Lawyer at the TRA you will be responsible for providing legal advice and support to the case teams carrying out trade remedies investigations and reviews, to help ensure that our decisions and processes are legally robust. You may also provide legal advice to inform the development of the TRA’s operational policies and procedures.</p><p>You will be part of the senior leadership of the TRA and you will be motivated to play your part in leading the Legal team and the wider organisation.</p><p>You may have line management responsibility for junior lawyers, and coach and support their development.</p><p>You will provide authoritative specialist advice to senior decision makers.</p><p>You will be proactive in developing your legal skills and expertise in trade remedies and WTO law.</p><p>We are recruiting for two posts, but may appoint additional successful candidates from this campaign.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Personal attributes and skills:</strong></p><p>You will have excellent judgement and strong analytical skills, and significant experience of conducting high-quality legal research and producing robust legal analysis and advice often at pace.</p><p>You will be highly proficient in interpreting and applying statute, case law, and public law, and demonstrate a sound awareness of legal risk in your decision-making.</p><p>You will demonstrate a solutions-focused approach to legal problem-solving, considering broader contextual and policy factors to inform your advice.</p><p>You will be keen and motivated to learn about this new area of law in the UK and the underlying WTO law on which it is based. Your role will also require you to understand how international law, in particular WTO law, interacts with UK trade remedies legislation and public law.</p><p>You will convey thoughts and ideas well, both verbally and in writing – simplifying complexities and adapting communications so others can understand.</p><p><strong>Essential skills and experience:</strong></p><p><strong>Technical Qualification </strong></p><p>Fully qualified solicitor, barrister or Chartered Legal Executive entitled to practice in England and Wales (evidence of entitlement to practice must be given in the application).</p><p>If you are a barrister, you must have successfully completed your 1 year pupillage or have been exempted from this by the <a href="http://www.barcouncil.org.uk/" target="_blank">Bar Council.</a></p><p>If you are a solicitor, you must have completed your training/QWE or have been exempted from this by the <a href="https://www.sra.org.uk/" target="_blank">Solicitors Regulation Authority.</a></p><p>If you are a Fellow of CILEx you will be eligible to apply if you either:</p><ul><li>hold a qualifying law degree or</li><li>have completed the Graduate Diploma in Law or Common Professional Examination or</li><li>have passed exams (i.e. achieved 50% or above) in all seven of the foundation subjects in law taken at CILEx Level 6</li></ul><p>The seven foundational topics of legal knowledge are:</p><ol><li>Criminal Law</li><li>Equity and Trusts</li><li>Law of the European Union</li><li>Obligations 1 (Contract)</li><li>Obligations 2 (Tort)</li><li>Property/Land Law</li><li>Public Law (Constitutional Law, Administrative Law and Human Rights Law)</li></ol><p>Degree-educated (2.1 or above) or provide evidence of an equivalent high-level academic or professionalachievement. Chartered legal executives must have an overall average score of 65% across exams passed in the seven foundation subjects in law (where studied at CILEx Level 6) to demonstrate the 2.1 degree equivalence (where a 2.1 degree is not held).</p><p><strong>Technical requirements – Legal professional skills</strong></p><ul><li>Considerable expertise in interpreting and applying statute, case law and public law, and significant experience in providing accurate, high quality, timely and solutions focused legal advice, often at pace.</li><li>Significant experience in identifying legal risks and providing clear assessments of those risks, and exercising sound legal judgment taking into account the policy and operational contexts.</li><li>Proven ability to communicate complex legal advice clearly and persuasively, tailoring the approach to suit different audiences.</li><li>Knowledge and experience advising on trade remedies, WTO law, or a proven ability to quickly get up to speed in a new area of law.</li></ul><h4>Qualifications</h4>Fully qualified solicitor, barrister or Chartered Legal Executive entitled to practice in England and Wales (evidence of entitlement to practice must be given in the application).Please refer to the Technical Qualification section in this advert.<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Leadership</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Technical skills</h4><p>We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Written assessment to be completed on the assessment day under timed conditions, to test the technical requirements – Legal professional skills.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £69,822, Trade Remedies Authority contributes £20,227 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p>Please refer to the candidate pack attached for further information.</p><p><strong>Useful Information for Existing Civil Servants:</strong></p><p>Existing Civil Servants should note that working for the TRA, you will be employed as a public servant. This means:</p><p>This vacancy is for a position in the Trade Remedies Authority (TRA). TRA employees are not Civil Servants. Individuals applying for this role from the Civil Service are advised to review terms prior to accepting the offer. Key terms are outlined in the benefits section of this advert (these are not exhaustive). Individuals can also discuss with hiring managers and the TRA People Team on <a href="mailto:resourcing.enquiries@traderemedies.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing.enquiries@traderemedies.gov.uk</a>.</p><p>Your continuity of service for employment protection will start on the day you join us. We are not an employer of the Crown and therefore cannot recognise previous employment with the Civil Service for the purpose of qualifying for Employment Rights. An employee must have 2 years’ length of service with TRA before Employment Rights are recognised.</p><p>If you are a member of the Civil Service Pension scheme, your membership and reckonable service will continue with us, providing there is no break between your Civil Service employment and your employment as a public servant with TRA.</p><p>We will recognise the annual leave you have built up, up to a maximum of 30 days, and the sick pay entitlement taking account of your length of service in the Civil Service.</p><p>If you choose to re-join the Civil Service at any point in the future, this will be according to the policies of the department you are joining following your resignation from TRA. You may also wish to be aware that under Exception 5 of the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles, the re-employment of a former Civil Servant is possible within a maximum of five years of leaving the Civil Service, subject to qualifying criteria being met and depending on the policies of the department you are joining.</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.<p><strong>Apply: </strong></p><p>To apply, please submit a CV and personal statement of no more than 1000 words. Your CV should set out your education, professional qualifications and employment history to demonstrate how you meet the technical requirements for the role. Your personal statement should provide evidence to demonstrate how your experience, skills and attributes make you suitable for this role</p><p><strong>Sift: </strong></p><p>The Panel will consider your application against the essential skills and experience and personal attributes and skills required for the role and successful candidates will be invited to an interview. If more than 20 applications are received, an initial sift will be carried out on the basis of CVs.</p><p><strong>Interview: </strong></p><p>The interview assessment will consist of a written assessment to be completed on the assessment day under timed conditions, to test the technical requirements – Legal professional skills, followed by a behaviour based interview. The behaviours you will be assessed against are <strong>Making effective decisions, Communicating and Influencing</strong>, <strong>Leadership </strong>and<strong> Delivering at Pace.</strong></p><p>We will share the Civil Service behaviour questions prior to the interview to allow candidates to prepare. The interviews will take place virtually via MS Teams. More details will be shared with successful candidates prior to the interview.</p><p><strong>Timeline</strong></p><p><strong>Application Closes</strong>: 1st Feb 2026.</p><p><strong>Shortlist</strong>: From 2nd Feb 2026.</p><p><strong>Interviews</strong>: W/C 16th Feb 2026.</p><p>Sift and interview dates to be confirmed. </p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p><strong>We are Inclusive</strong></p><p>We are fully committed to being an inclusive employer and ensuring equal opportunities. We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as possible and recognise how important inclusivity is to achieve the best outcomes. We hope to attract applications from all underrepresented groups.</p><p>We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments if required to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request adjustments.</p><p><strong>Near Miss</strong></p><p>Candidates who are judged to be a near miss at interview may be offered a post at the grade below the one advertised.</p><p>A reserve list may be held for a period of 12 months from which further appointments can be made.</p><p>Any move to TRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare; for further information <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">visit the Childcare Choices website</a>. </p><p><strong>Reasonable Adjustment</strong></p><p>If a person with disabilities is put at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. </p><p>If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: </p><p>Contact Government Recruitment Service via <a href="mailto:TRArecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">TRArecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs. </p><p>Complete the ‘Assistance required’ section in the ‘Additional requirements’ page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you’re deaf, a Language Service Professional. </p><p>If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section.</p><p>If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out. </p><p>In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf.</p><p>However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing <a href="mailto:Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> stating the job reference number in the subject heading. </p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>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)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.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.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Jamie Munk</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:jamie.munk@traderemedies.gov.uk" target="_blank">jamie.munk@traderemedies.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:TRArecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">TRArecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>The law requires that selection for appointment is on merit based on fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles, which can be found at: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/02a_RECRUITMENT-PRINCIPLES-April-2018-FINAL-.pdf" target="_blank">https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/20…</a>. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, please contact: <a href="mailto:resourcing.enquiries@traderemedies.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing.enquiries@traderemedies.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you can contact the Civil Service Commission (at: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/civilservicerecruitmentcomplaints/" target="_blank">https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/civilserv…</a>).<br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzcyMjImdmVyaWZ5PTQxZDcwZmQ5YTczNGZhNzcxM2IwZDAxMGFlNzY5ODdjJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MDE5NzA0LWI0YTYwNWQ0NzlkMzk3NTYzZjYxM2QyMjMyMDJlZDFjNDk1MjEyNzY=" target="_blank">Candidate Pack - Interim Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 368kB)

Senior Lawyer (Advisory) £69,822 -£76,974 plus £8,000 allowance (based on meeting qualification to practice requirements)

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Do you have strong communication skills? Skilled in managing your own time effectively, as well as collaborating within a team? <strong>If so, this could be the role for you.</strong></p><p>As the Legal Services Policy Assistant you will be part of a small expert team of approximately 5 staff, reporting to the Head of Legal Services. The team perform a key function within the Policy and Strategy division, at the heart of the UK Statistics Authority and the statistical system. </p><p>You will have a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment, with opportunities to develop a wide range of skills. This includes, but is not limited to, the interpretation of legislation, stakeholder engagement, deadline management, and engagement with a range of topics and staff at various levels across the Authority. </p><p>The UK Statistics Authority is an independent body at arm’s length from government, established with the statutory objective of promoting and safeguarding the production and publication of official statistics that serve the public good. </p><p>As a statutory body, legislation underpins all the work of the Authority; it provides the foundation of independence for the UK’s official statistics system and provides the framework through which we can access, use and share data safely while maintaining public trust. </p><p>Advice and support on legal requirements and best practice relating to information rights (including data protection) and statistical legislation are critical to the Authority meeting its public good objective. </p><p>The Authority’s responsibilities extend across the UK statistics system and include both the Office for National Statistics – the UK’s national statistical institute – and the Office for Statistics Regulation. </p><h4>Job description</h4><p>The role will involve assisting the Legal Services Team with all aspects of their work with a focus on the handling of Freedom of Information (FOI) requests to a statutory deadline and which arrive on a daily basis. </p><p>Key responsibilities include: </p><ul><li>General branch support for the Legal Services team. </li></ul><ul><li>Managing compliance with FOI requests and Data Protection requests. </li></ul><ul><li>Daily organisation and management of correspondence systems used within Legal Services. </li></ul><ul><li>Assisting with ad-hoc legal queries relating to FOI and Data Protection. </li></ul><ul><li>Providing prompt, quality advice to colleagues on FOIs via the FOI Team mailbox. </li></ul><ul><li>Providing administrative support on key projects. </li></ul><ul><li>Developing and maintaining strong effective relationships with key stakeholders across the Authority. </li></ul><ul><li>Identifying emerging topics and trends that will have an organisation-wide impact. </li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Skills Criteria</strong></p><ul><li>Experience of operating flexibly and working at pace, planning and prioritising to meet tight and competing deadlines. </li></ul><ul><li>Possess excellent communication skills, with the ability to adapt communication appropriately to a diverse range of colleagues, stakeholders, and members of the public. </li></ul><ul><li>Able to work well alone, managing your own time and also work as part of a team, encouraging the participation of others when necessary. </li></ul><ul><li>An understanding of what constitutes good service, with an ability to assess customer needs and plan accordingly.</li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £28,138, UK Statistics Authority contributes £8,151 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p>The <a href="https://careers.ons.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Office for National Statistics</a> is part of the Civil Service, and as such we share a number of key benefits with other departments, whilst also having our own unique offerings to support our valued colleagues across the organisation.</p><p>Whether you are hearing about us for the first time or already know a bit about our organisation, we hope that our <a href="https://careers.ons.gov.uk/" target="_blank">careers site</a> will give you a great insight into the benefits and facilities available to our colleagues, and our fantastic working culture.</p><p></p><p><strong>Inclusion &amp; Accessibility</strong></p><p>At ONS we are always looking to attract the very best people from the widest possible talent pool, and we are proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunities employer. As a Disability Confident Leader we’re committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process.</p><p>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 recruitment team in the first instance.</p><p>If you would like an accessible version of any of the attachments or recruitment documents below or linked to in this advert, please contact the recruitment team who will be happy to assist.</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.<p><strong>Security Clearance </strong></p><p><em>The requirement for SC clearance is to have been present in the UK for 3 consecutive years immediately prior to applying and the department will consider eligibility by exception on a case-by-case basis. You will be asked to provide information regarding your UK residency during your application, and failure to provide this will result in your application being rejected.</em></p><p><em>If you are unsure that you meet the eligibility above, please read the information available on Gov.uk on </em><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/demystifying-vetting" target="_blank"><em>this link</em></a><em>, or contact the recruitment email on the advert before applying to discuss, as failure to meet the residency requirements will result in your security clearance application being rejected and any offer of employment being withdrawn.</em></p><p><em>At the point of SC application, you will need to provide or give access to the following evidence:</em></p><ul><li><em>Departmental or company records (personnel files, staff reports, sick leave reports and security records)</em></li><li><em>UK criminal records covering both spent and unspent criminal records</em></li><li><em>Your credit and financial history with a credit reference agency</em></li><li><em>Security Services records</em></li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Application Process</strong></p><p><strong>Number of Stages: 2 stage process</strong></p><p><strong>Stage 1: </strong>Application</p><p><strong>Stage 2: </strong>Interview</p><p><strong>Stage 1 – Application - (In 2 parts - A Verbal Reasoning Test and Application Form)</strong></p><p>The assessment process at the application stage will be based on a Verbal Reasoning Test, if you pass the test you will be invited to submit your written application which will include submission of your work history, qualifications and personal statement. It is important that your application is tailored to highlight the skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role.</p><p>Upon submission of Part 1 of your application form you will be sent an invitation to complete a Verbal Reasoning online test. There will be full instructions on how to complete the test including an opportunity to practice before undertaking the actual test. These tests are not time limited. If you fail the test your application will not proceed to the next stage.</p><p>If you pass the test for this vacancy, you will be invited to complete the final stage of your application, this is where you will provide information, such as your work history, qualifications and Personal Statement.</p><p>A personal statement is required at application stage, the maximum wordcount allowed is 1250 words, which should not be exceeded. Within your personal statement you should provide evidence for each essential skill criterion listed in the person specification. As these criteria are scored, it is advisable to give clear examples for each one, including the impact of your actions, ideally utilising the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result).</p><p>Please note that Success Profiles Behaviour examples are not required at this stage of the application process.</p><p>In instances where a high number of applications are received, the sift pass mark may be adjusted, and candidates will be invited to interview based on merit order, i.e., those with the highest scores.</p><p>When a high volume of applications are received, the sift pass mark may be adjusted. Candidates will be invited to interview based on their merit order, with those achieving the highest scores being prioritised. Applicants who score below the adjusted pass mark but still pass will be placed on hold and may be invited to interview at a later date. </p><p><strong>Stage 2 – Interview</strong></p><p>If invited to interview, you will be assessed using techniques aligned with the Civil Service Success Profiles framework, covering all behaviours listed in the job advert.</p><p>Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams.</p><p>A reserve list may be held for a period up to 12 months from which further appointments may be made.</p><p><strong>Important</strong>.<strong> dates:</strong></p><p><strong>The closing date for the role is 22/1/2026 at 23:55. Please note, both the Verbal Reasoning test and written application (work history, qualifications and personal statement) will need to be completed by this deadline. </strong></p><p>Sift will be conducted from:<strong> 23/01/2026 - 28/01/2026 </strong></p><p>Interviews will be conducted from: <strong>05/02/2026</strong></p><p>Dates are subject to change.</p><p>For the full terms and conditions of the post, please see attachment below. </p><p>Please note that all campaigns may be subject to withdrawal at any stage if the internal resource position changes.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>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)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.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.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Recruitment Operations Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitmentoperations@ons.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitmentoperations@ons.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitmentoperations@ons.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitmentoperations@ons.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact <a href="mailto:recruitment.complaints@ons.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment.complaints@ons.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Civil Service Commission</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzcwNzUmdmVyaWZ5PWI5MmExMDlmMjBlZWU1ZGVlZGM4ZTNjNDdkOWI5OTk5" target="_blank">2721 Advert 1B Permanent - ONS National v1-00 Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 83kB)

Legal Services Policy Assistant

Direct Tax Specialist

<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Proud to serve. Proud to keep justice going.</strong></p><p>Our Admin Officers play a critical role, providing excellent administrative support and customer service to court users, judiciary and management. </p><p><strong>About us</strong></p><p>HM Courts &amp; Tribunals Service (HMCTS) is responsible for the administration of criminal, civil and family Courts and Tribunals in England and Wales. Our roles support our court users and colleagues within HMCTS, where people and businesses access potentially life-changing justice. We’re looking for individuals who are committed to public service and making a difference in people’s lives to deliver justice. If you are interested in developing a career with a real purpose, please apply. </p><p><strong>Your role</strong></p><p>To provide administrative support to the magistracy across South West region. </p><p>This will encompass: </p><ul><li>Support to Advisory Recruitment Committees – including magistrates’ recruitment, facilitating on-line interviews via Teams and working with the on-line recruitment portal ‘Affinix’. The post holder will also process magistrate retirements/resignations etc, having need to use the Magistrates Rota and the Judicial HR portal. </li></ul><ul><li>Support to Justices’ Training Approvals, Authorisations &amp; Appraisal Committees – including dealing with the receipt of appraisals and applications and providing administrative support to the committees across South West region. </li></ul><ul><li>General Bench Support – comprising of sending out communications to the magistracy across South West region and dealing with responses appropriately. </li></ul><ul><li>Magistrates Rota – to provide support to the wider teams in managing the day to day running of the magistrate’s rota across South West region. </li></ul><p><strong>Your skills and experience</strong></p><ul><li>Friendly and approachable manner with excellent customer service skills. </li></ul><ul><li>Ability to multitask, whilst working in a fast-paced environment. </li></ul><ul><li>Good written and verbal communication skills. </li></ul><ul><li>IT proficient with the ability to learn and adapt to different technologies and software packages. </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent organisational skills. </li></ul><p>For a full job description, please see the supporting document in the advert below before applying. </p><p><strong>Lead Criterion:</strong> Statement of Suitability. A sift based on the statement of suitability may be held if a large number of applications are received. </p><p><strong>Further details:</strong></p><p>The role can accommodate a hybrid approach, postholders will be subject to the current policy for hybrid working and required to work in the office for 60% of their time. Where people have reasonable adjustments, we will treat these in line with normal policies and procedures to consider what adjustments can be made. </p><p>Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week. HMCTS welcomes part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns, where they meet the demands of the role and business needs and are agreed prior to appointment. All applications for part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns will be considered in accordance with the MoJ’s Flexible Working policy. </p><p>We have 3 roles available: </p><ul><li>1 Fixed term contract – up to 12 months based at either Taunton Magistrates or Southampton Magistrates - This role is offered on a part-time basis only, requiring (27.75 hours) per week – which includes Monday and Thursday as full mandatory working days.</li></ul><ul><li>1 Fixed term contract – up to 12 months based at Southampton Magistrates – Please note for this role applications for part-time working would be considered, however due to the nature of the role the minimum days we could accept would be 3 days, which include a Monday and Friday as mandatory working days </li></ul><ul><li>1 Fixed term contract – up to 12 months based at Bournemouth Magistrates – Please note for this role applications for part-time working would be considered, however due to the nature of the role the minimum days we could accept would be 3 days, which include a Monday and Friday as mandatory working days </li></ul><p><strong>Skilled Worker Visa </strong></p><p>This role is not eligible for new Skilled Worker visas in accordance with the current immigration rules. </p><p>From 22 July 2025, the Government introduced changes to the Skilled Worker visa route. The department cannot consider sponsoring you for this role unless you have held a Skilled Worker visa prior to the 22 July 2025 changes. If you have held a Skilled Worker visa continuously, please raise this during your vetting checks and eligibility will be assessed in accordance with the immigration rules and transitional provisions in place. </p><p>If you are applying for this role and you have not held a Skilled Worker visa prior to the 22 July 2025 changes, you will need to consider your options for obtaining and/or maintaining your right to work in the UK in light of these changes. Successful applicants must ensure they have and maintain the legal right to live and work in the Civil Service and in the United Kingdom. </p><p>The Department will continue to comply with UK Immigration Rules applied in the UK and Civil Service. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa" target="_blank">You can read more about Skilled Worker visas and the eligibility criteria here.</a></p><p><strong>Fixed term appointments (FTA) on promotion </strong></p><p>MoJ employees may apply for FTA opportunities in MoJ that are advertised at a higher grade than their current substantive grade. Where an employee accepts an FTA on promotion, this promotion will be temporary, and the employee will revert to their substantive grade upon return to their home business area, as per the loan policy for OGD loans. Before applying, employees must seek approval from their line managers to ensure they can be released for the duration of the FTA and can return to their substantive role at the end. If there is no role available at the end of the FTA, the employee will be subject to redeployment and potentially redundancy procedures. </p><p><strong>Loans/Detached Duty</strong></p><p>The terms of the loan or detached duty will be agreed between the home and host department and the Civil Servant (candidate). This includes grade on return. Prior agreement to be released on a loan or detached duty basis should be obtained before commencing the application process. </p><p><strong>Occasional travel to other courts </strong></p><p>For this post, occasional travel across South West region will be required for cover when needed. </p><p><strong>Technical Skills</strong></p><p>Using your CV as a reference, please provide a summary of the key responsibilities from your previous experience that is most relevant to the Admin Officer position. Begin with your most recent experience and work backwards. For each position, include the job title, duration of employment, and a concise overview of your main duties. (Maximum 250 words). <br><br>This section is intended to help us understand where and how you gained experience in: Customer service, administration, IT systems and applying attention to detail in your work<br><br>Please avoid repeating content from your Statement of Suitability. That section should focus on what you can do, supported by specific examples. This question, by contrast, is about what you’ve done and the context in which your experience was gained.</p><h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li></ul><h4>Technical skills</h4><p>We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Please see Job Description</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £25,582, HM Courts and Tribunals Service contributes £7,411 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Access to learning and development</li><li>A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance</li><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual Leave</li><li>Public Holidays</li><li>Season Ticket Advance</li></ul><p><br><br>For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. <br><br>Link: <a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a></p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths, Experience and Technical skills.<a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>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)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.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.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : 0345 241 5359</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL (<a href="mailto:Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com" target="_blank">Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com</a>) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a><br><br><a href="https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13390?entityId=13390" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13390?entityId=13390</a>

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<p>Please apply online. If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by emailing <a href="mailto:personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel.services@tmbc.gov.uk</a></p>



<p><strong>Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council are seeking an experienced Contracts and Procurement Lawyer to join our legal services team.</strong></p>
<p>You will be a qualified solicitor or barrister (or equivalent) with recent experience of working in the areas of contracts and procurement in a local government context.</p>
<p>Applicants will require excellent communications skills and be confident in providing practical legal advice and assistance on a wide range of contract and procurement matters, ensuring compliance with public procurement regulations.</p>
<p>You should be proficient in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating public contracts and have excellent understanding of the public procurement framework and local government law and a proven ability to manage a varied workload with minimal supervision</p>
<p>Reporting to the Head of Legal and Democratic Services, the successful candidate will have a broad portfolio of work including high value contract tenders and providing advice to all of the authority’s services.</p>
<p>Discover what it’s like to work at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council and explore the benefits we offer by clicking here: <a href="https://www.tmbc.gov.uk/council/working-us" target="_blank">Working for us – Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council</a></p>
<p><strong>For an informal discussion about this role please contact Joy Ukadike, Head of Legal &amp; Democratic Services at <a href="mailto:joy.ukadike@tmbc.gov.uk" target="_blank">joy.ukadike@tmbc.gov.uk</a>. (Direct candidates only, strictly no agencies)</strong></p>

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

Contracts & Procurement Lawyer

<p>Contract: Fixed Term – 2 Years </p><p>Salary: Competitive </p><p>Location: Hybrid Working </p><p>We are looking for an experienced Property and Regeneration Lawyer with a proven track record in public sector work to join our Legal Services Team. Whether you’ve worked directly in local government or in private practice supporting public sector clients, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to some complex and high value matters. </p><p>The Council is also preparing for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). This role will play an important part in supporting the Council during this period of change and transition. </p><p>Utilising skills and experience gained within a similar position, you will report to the Property and Regeneration Legal Team Manager and work with them, being responsible for your own caseload covering a wide range of Property and Regeneration matters and advising on Cabinet and other decision reports. You will provide specialist and technical advice on high-profile and transformational projects linked to the Council’s property portfolio and regeneration agenda and delivery plan. You will handle a large and varied caseload of complex and strategically important projects, working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to deliver at pace including work arising from LGR. Where appropriate, instruct external law firms to act on behalf of the Council, acting as the single point of contact and ensuring Rushmoor gets value for money. </p><p>You will review, interpret, draft and negotiate leases, licences and contracts and produce legally comprehensive advice, in language accessible to a range of audiences, and offer risk-assessed solutions. </p><p>The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister. Experience in a local authority or public sector environment is desirable but not essential. </p><p>To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement explaining how you meet the requirements of the role to <a href="mailto:recruitment@rushmoor.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@rushmoor.gov.uk</a> or apply via this recruitment portal. </p><p><strong>This vacancy will remain open until a suitable candidate is appointed. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling </strong><strong>basis</strong><strong> and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.</strong></p>





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Rushmoor Borough Council

Property and Regeneration Solicitor

<p>Contract: Fixed Term – 2 Years </p><p>Salary: Competitive </p><p>Location: Hybrid Working </p><p>We are looking for an experienced Property Lawyer with a proven track record in public sector work to join our Legal Services Team. Whether you’ve worked directly in local government or in private practice supporting public sector clients, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to some complex and high value matters. </p><p>The Council is also preparing for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). This role will play an important part in supporting the Council during this period of change and transition. </p><p>You will provide expert legal advice on a broad range of property matters including acquisitions, disposals, leases, licences and agreements. You will handle a caseload of complex and strategically important cases, working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to deliver at pace including work arising from LGR. Where appropriate, instruct external law firms to act on behalf of the Council, acting as the single point of contact and ensuring Rushmoor gets value for money. </p><p>You will undertake a full range of property transactions arising from the current property portfolio, review, interpret, draft and negotiate leases, licences and produce legally comprehensive advice, in language accessible to a range of audiences, and offer risk-assessed solutions </p><p>The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister. Experience in a local authority or public sector environment is desirable but not essential. </p><p>To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement explaining how you meet the requirements of the role to <a href="mailto:recruitment@rushmoor.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@rushmoor.gov.uk</a> or apply via this recruitment portal.</p><p><strong>This vacancy will remain open until a suitable candidate is appointed. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling </strong><strong>basis</strong><strong> and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.</strong></p>





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Property Solicitor

<p>Contract: Fixed Term – 2 Years </p><p>Salary: Competitive </p><p>Location: Hybrid Working </p><p>We are looking for an experienced Contract and Procurement Lawyer with a proven track record in public sector work to join our Legal Services Team. Whether you’ve worked directly in local government or in private practice supporting public sector clients, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to some complex and high value matters. </p><p>The Council is also preparing for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). This role will play an important part in supporting the Council during this period of change and transition. </p><p>You will support the Council’s work by providing clear, practical and timely legal advice on contracts and procurement matters, interpreting different contractual documents, supporting the Council’s services, projects and priorities, including work arising from LGR. You will handle a complex and varied caseload, advise senior officers and will have excellent legal drafting, negotiation and communication skills. You will have the ability to manage legal work across teams and projects and you will have a proactive and collaborative approach to working with internal stakeholders and external partners, including LGR workstreams. </p><p>As well as advising on compliance with public procurement legislation, policies and best practice, you will help Officers understand legal risks and options so they can make informed decisions. </p><p>The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister. Experience in a local authority or public sector environment is desirable but not essential. </p><p>To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement explaining how you meet the requirements of the role to <a href="mailto:recruitment@rushmoor.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@rushmoor.gov.uk</a> or via this recruitment portal.</p><p><strong>This vacancy will remain open until a suitable candidate is appointed. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling </strong><strong>basis</strong><strong> and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.</strong></p><ul></ul>

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<p>Please apply online via the link provided.</p>
<p>Surrey Heath Borough Council is committed to safer recruitment and equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. If you are unable to apply online for reasons of disability, please call 01276 707126 to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be made to accommodate your individual requirements.</p>
<p>Please note:</p>
<p>All successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks in line with BPSS guidelines, which includes standard identification, referencing and unspent conviction checks. Surrey Heath Borough Council undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a disclosure on the basis of conviction or other information revealed.</p>
<p>For the best chance of successful application, please read the Job Description and Personal Specification fully before applying for this vacancy as it contains information you will need to refer to when applying. We do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed application form. To reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. If you choose to submit your CV with your application form we request that you remove all your personal details before uploading your CV. This will ensure that Managers cannot see your personal details when completing their shortlist. &nbsp;If you have not heard from the council within 4 weeks of the closing date you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful. All unsuccessful applications will be removed and confidentially disposed of 6 months after the closing date.</p>
<p>If you have any further enquiries please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@surreyheath.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@surreyheath.gov.uk</a> or telephone 01276 707126.</p>
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<p><strong>Grade &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; SH08 </strong></p>
<p>Surrey Heath Borough Council is looking to recruit a Senior Solicitor or Legal Executive to join the Legal Services team based in Camberley. The role is suitable for a commercial property solicitor or Legal Executive with over 4 years PQE.</p>
<p>Over the last nine years, the Council has acquired a commercial property investment portfolio of significant financial and community value in order to increase income to help maintain services and to further its regeneration plans for the borough. The Council owns a range of properties including a shopping centre, various industrial estates, business parks and office buildings as well as its operational buildings and other land.</p>
<p>The work will involve a wide range of non-contentious matters, focusing on landlord and tenant work relating to the retail property portfolio, but will also include advising on other types of commercial property matters, proposed development sites and other Council matters as appropriate.</p>
<p>The Council is looking for a candidate who can progress property transactions, working collaboratively with the Council’s property team and with minimal supervision and has the confidence to tackle a variety of other matters. Applications from Solicitors or Legal Executives with a private practice background or from Solicitors or Legal Executives with local government knowledge and experience are welcomed.</p>
<p>This is a fantastic opportunity for career development within a supportive and collegiate in-house environment where the successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Deputy Head of Legal and under the overall guidance of the Head of Legal. A healthy work-life balance is encouraged and the Council’s flexible working arrangements include home working. Applications for part time working will be considered as well as full-time remote working.</p>
<p>A generous benefits package includes a minimum of 25 days’ annual leave, Local Government Pension Scheme, free parking and flexible working hours.</p>
<p>Further information on the role is detailed in the Job Profile.</p>
<p><strong>Closing date:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;18th January 2026</strong></p>
<p><strong>Interviews:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 23rd January 2026</strong></p>
<p>Surrey Heath Borough Council is committed to equality of opportunity in employment and service delivery and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.</p>

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