Trainee solicitor - 8551

1
National
Various
Various
Staff Grade 4
Fixed Term
Full Time
Legal Services
£27,138 pro-rata
To work as a trainee solicitor in an interesting and stimulating environment whilst contributing to the aims of the Environment Agency. To develop the legal skills, capabilities and expertise required in order to qualify as a Solicitor. Throughout your training you will be required to:

• Assist in providing an effective and efficient legal service contributing to the delivery of environmental outcomes in line with operational needs and the organisation’s objectives.

• Provide accurate and timely legal advisory, litigation and prosecution support within each designated specialist area of legal work throughout the training contract, under supervision and guidance.

• Conduct a challenging caseload under supervision and guidance of the training supervisor and other relevant qualified legal staff.
The legal team is based in seven hubs and covers areas of law including enforcement and prosecution, public / environmental law (area and national), property, employment and commercial.

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity in all we do, and to valuing the diversity of our workforce, customers and communities. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), disabled, female and LGBT+ candidates who are under-represented across our workforce.
You must be educated to degree level and have either an undergraduate law degree or a degree in any other subject plus the relevant conversion qualification - the Common Professional Examination/Graduate Diploma in Law (CPE/GDL). You will also need to have completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC).

You must be a motivated individual who is committed, flexible and keen to learn.

Previous legal experience and knowledge of the Environment Agency are desirable but not essential.

Closing Date: 30th August 2018 at 23:55 hours
The job will be based in one of our legal hubs at Bristol, Peterborough, Reading, Leeds, Solihull (changing to Birmingham from mid-2019) or Warrington but trainees must be prepared to be flexible in terms of location and travel to gain the best training and experience. Please see section 4 of the candidate pack for further information.

The application includes capability questions and a section allowing you to submit any additional information. Please use this section to submit a personal statement telling us why you are applying for this position and what relevant skills, qualities and experience you have to make you a suitable candidate for the position.

Contact Fiona Beaumont on 0203 0254266 or Kathryn Begbey on 0203 0254432 or by email fiona.beaumont@environment-agency.gov.uk

30/08/2018, 23:55 hours

Basic Check
2 years
Legislative Knowledge
Applies a knowledge of law to protect both the Environment Agency and the environment.
Achieves Results
Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results
Focuses on Customers and Partners
Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses.
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.

We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.

We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.

This Vacancy is closed to applications.