PUBLIC LAW SOLICITOR

PUBLIC LAW SOLICITOR – CLAIMS AGAINST PUBLIC AUTHORITIES

Location: UK-wide

Working arrangements: Flexible and remote working available

Salary: Competitive and dependent upon experience

HarKaye Core Talent is working exclusively with a highly regarded national law firm seeking a Public Law Solicitor to join its established Claims Against Public Authorities team.

This is an excellent opportunity to undertake meaningful and complex work, representing individuals who have experienced unlawful treatment, discrimination or a breach of their rights by the police, government departments, local authorities and other public bodies.

THE ROLE

You will manage your own varied caseload of Claims Against Public Authorities matters, with support from experienced colleagues where required.

Your caseload may include:

• Unlawful arrest and false imprisonment

• Assault and misconduct by public officials

• Police misconduct and discrimination claims

• Human rights breaches

• Misfeasance in public office

• Malicious prosecution

• Data protection and privacy claims

• Inquests and related civil proceedings

• Judicial review and wider public law challenges

You will be responsible for advising clients throughout the lifetime of their claims, assessing prospects and funding options, preparing legal documentation, conducting negotiations and progressing matters through litigation where necessary.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

The firm is interested in speaking with qualified solicitors who have experience in Claims Against Public Authorities, public law, civil liberties, human rights or another closely related area.

You should be able to demonstrate:

• Experience managing or assisting with a relevant caseload

• Strong knowledge of civil litigation and public law principles

• An understanding of the Human Rights Act and Equality Act

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• The ability to provide clear and empathetic advice to vulnerable clients

• Strong organisation and attention to detail

• A genuine commitment to access to justice and protecting individual rights

Applications are also welcomed from civil litigation solicitors with strong transferable experience and a genuine interest in developing a specialism within Claims Against Public Authorities.

THE OPPORTUNITY

You will join a supportive and well-established team with a strong reputation for representing individuals in complex and sensitive cases.

The firm offers flexible working arrangements and is open to applications from candidates based across the UK. You will receive ongoing support, opportunities for professional development and exposure to high-quality, meaningful public law work.

HOW TO APPLY

For a confidential conversation about the opportunity, please contact Jaye Haynes at HarKaye Core Talent.

The identity of the firm will be disclosed to suitable candidates following an initial confidential discussion.