Assistant Solicitor - COVID19 Inquiry

About the Job

The Covid19 Inquiry is looking for a Scottish qualified Solicitor/Lawyer with a current practising certificate to work as an Assistant Solicitor in the Inquiry. The successful candidate will be responsible for working on a 6-12 month contract mat leave cover. This is a full-time position, 37 hours a week, and will start at the end of April or beginning of May with a handover period.

The Assistant Solicitor will be working on Portfolio 3, which will be within the Health and Social care law aspect of the department. The ideal candidate will have previous public inquiry work experience, and the ability to work in a hybrid environment.

About the Role

The Assistant Solicitor will be responsible for:

• Working on the COVID19 Inquiry as part of Portfolio 3
• Providing legal advice and assistance to the Inquiry
• Assisting with the preparation of witness statements and other legal documents
• Attending hearings and meetings as required
• Collaborating with other members of the team to ensure the smooth running of the Inquiry

Requirements

• Scottish qualified Solicitor/Lawyer with a current practising certificate
• Previous public inquiry work experience desirable
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage workload effectively

Salary and Benefits

The Assistant Solicitor will receive a day rate of £294. This is a great opportunity for a Scottish qualified Solicitor/Lawyer to gain experience working on a high-profile public inquiry.

Apply:
Please submit your CV to beth.kirby@servicecare.org.uk or call for more info on 01772208969. If you know someone who may be interested in this post, please send over the advert as we offer a £250 referral bonus if a candidate is placed.