Team Leader – Prison Law Solicitor

• Reports directly to the Department Director and holds primary responsibility for supervising a team of solicitors, trainee solicitors, and paralegals
• Manages a diverse caseload of Prison Law and Criminal Defence matters, including representing clients at police stations, prisons, parole hearings, and adjudications
• Oversees and conducts monthly file reviews, probationary staff assessments, and ensures timely implementation of recommended actions
• Supports departmental growth through involvement in an outsourcing project and leads reviews of internal processes and systems
• Ensures high standards of client care, particularly in sensitive and complex cases involving vulnerable individuals
• Drives team performance by monitoring KPIs, billing, and chargeable targets, while offering day-to-day guidance and coaching
• Contributes to marketing, networking, and business development efforts to expand the department’s reach and client base
• Maintains full compliance with file management systems and legal aid requirements.

• A minimum of 5 years’ PQE with substantial experience in Prison Law, and some exposure to Criminal Defence
• Demonstrable experience managing and mentoring legal teams in a target-driven environment
• Strong knowledge of publicly funded criminal and prison law work, with the ability to handle privately funded cases
• Police Station Accreditation is advantageous but not essential
• Holds a clean and valid Practising Certificate
• Excellent communication, advocacy, and client-handling skills with a professional and empathetic approach
• Capable of working under pressure, meeting tight deadlines, and adapting to new challenges
• Commercially aware, with sound judgement and a proactive attitude toward growth and compliance
• Strong IT proficiency, with experience using legal case management systems and MS Office tools
• Willingness to travel to client locations, including prisons and detention centres, as required.

Police Station Accreditation

• Flexible working options
• Bonus scheme.