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Senior Lawyer (Team Leader) - Enforcement & Prosecution

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Environment Agency

Sep 24

Applications are closed

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
  • Reading

Requirements

  • You will be able to influence and persuade people at all levels and will have some experience of leading and managing a team.
  • You will have experience as a prosecutor or defence lawyer of complex criminal cases concerning breaches of environmental legislation or other complex areas of criminal and regulatory law.
  • You'll possess a sound knowledge generally of criminal law, practice and procedure and you'll understand the Environment Agency's ability to use civil sanctions in place of criminal proceedings and have the ability to advise upon the right regulatory response to environmental offending.
  • You'll be a qualified solicitor, barrister or equivalent (FILEX with rights of audience in criminal proceedings).
  • Current practising certificate.

Responsibilities

  • We have a Senior Lawyer Team Leader vacancy in our Enforcement and Prosecutions team based in Reading.
  • This frontline role manages and leads a busy team of lawyers who undertake advice and conduct of difficult and often contentious enforcement and prosecution cases and relevant alternative disposals such as civil sanctions and formal cautions.
  • You will provide high level, accurate, timely legal advice and support to relevant parts of the organisation and support staff to deliver good quality effective legal casework and progress procedural issues.
  • You will manage administrative, HR and budgetary requests for the team and help to promote the health, safety and well-being of your team members.
  • You will manage your own caseload and work with a high degree of autonomy including on more complex / sensitive advice, criminal and / or civil proceedings, challenges, transactional and other matters including representing the Environment Agency.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we offer the option to combine home working with attendance at the contractual office base, subject to business needs.

What qualifications are required for this position?

You must be a qualified solicitor, barrister, or equivalent (FILEX with rights of audience in criminal proceedings).

What is the salary range for this role?

The minimum salary for this position is £50,409.

When is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 20/10/2024 at 23:55 hours.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

The position allows for both full-time and part-time working patterns.

What type of experience is required for this role?

Candidates should have experience in leading and managing a team, as well as experience as a prosecutor or defense lawyer in complex criminal cases related to environmental legislation or regulatory law.

Will there be travel required in this role?

Yes, there will be travel to court and other locations as required.

Is there a guarantee for interviews for applicants with disabilities?

Yes, we have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the post.

Who can I contact for more information about this job?

For further information, you can contact Paul Taylor, Senior Managing Lawyer (Enforcement & Prosecutions) at paul.taylor1@environment-agency.gov.uk.

What level of security checks is required for this role?

The security checks required for this position are at the Basic Check level.

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Environment Agency

It's our job to look after your environment and create better places for people and wildlife.

Government
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1996
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The UK Environment Agency is a government organisation responsible for environmental protection and management. They oversee various aspects of the environment, including water resources, flood risk management, air quality, waste regulation, and environmental permitting. The agency's ultimate goal is to protect and improve the natural environment, making it more resilient to the impacts of climate change and ensuring sustainable development. Their purpose revolves around enforcing environmental regulations, providing guidance and expertise to businesses and communities, and taking action to address environmental challenges and promote a greener, cleaner, and healthier environment for people and wildlife in the UK.