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Civil Liberties Legal Executive

Sacco Mann
Posted 18 hours ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England

Salary

£38,000 - £45,600 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Sacco Mann is seeking a Legal Executive to join a Civil Liberties team in Manchester, focusing on civil claims against public authorities.
  • The role involves representing clients from inception to conclusion, gathering and analyzing evidence, and litigating cases.
  • Candidates should be Grade A or B qualified solicitors with experience in civil liberties and knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Police and Criminal Evidence and Human Rights Acts.
  • The position offers a competitive salary with bonus opportunities, hybrid working arrangements, and a commitment to professional development.
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role is preferred.

If you are a Legal Executive looking to join a growing Civil Liberties team, then we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Sacco Mann has been instructed on a Manchester based role, joining a specialist team that represents clients in civil claims against public authorities, such as the police and prison services, and families at inquests.

The role:

  • Working on civil actions and representing clients from inception through to conclusion.
  • Gathering and analysing documentation and evidence.
  • Obtaining medical/accountancy evidence when appropriate and interpreting such evidence accordingly
  • Litigating cases
  • Actively engaging in business development and assisting in developing the skills of junior colleagues.

The ideal candidate:

  • Grade A or B qualified solicitor (or similar) with experience in civil liberties.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Experience of dealing with legal aid is preferred.
  • Have knowledge of the Police and Criminal Evidence and Human Rights Acts, keeping up to date with current legislation.
  • Strong understanding of the Coronial process.
  • Be able to draft letters of claim/instruction, statements and prepare court submissions.
  • Be able to work respectfully and sympathetically with a wide range of clients.

What's on offer?:

  • Competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
  • Wellbeing initiatives.
  • A positive, supportive and friendly working environment.
  • Commitment to personal and professional development.

If you're looking for a new opportunity in Manchester as a Civil Liberties Legal Executive, get in touch and send your CV to Nadine Ali at Sacco Mann, /

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.