Solicitor

Introduction

Service Care Solutions is recruiting Solicitors / Advocates to join the Emma Caldwell Public Inquiry at an early and influential stage. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a high-profile public inquiry of national importance.

• Identifying and recovering evidence, including engagement with external stakeholders
• Reviewing and analysing evidence, assessing relevance to the Terms of Reference
• Managing redaction and disclosure in line with Inquiry protocols
• Instructing and working collaboratively with Counsel, Providing legal advice to the Chair when required
• Liaising with solicitors for core participants and assisting with witness statements

• Qualified Solicitor with a current PC in Scotland
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage large volumes of documentation
• Flexible and adaptable approach, with willingness to support across all aspects of the Inquiry
• Experience and knowledge of Data Protection and GDPR
• Dual base:
  Edinburgh (administration) and Glasgow (oral hearings)
• Regular travel between sites required
• Attendance in Glasgow is expected for the duration of oral hearings

🕒 Interim Contract | 12 months (possible extension up to 23 months)
💷 Salary: £60,010 (fixed) OR LTD Day Rate: £314.90
📌 2-3 positions available

❗ Applications will not be considered from individuals who have previously worked for the Crown Office or Police Scotland.

Please contact me on: (phone number removed) or by sending your CV to (url removed) We also welcome referrals for this position if they are new to SCS, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250