London Jobs |
Manchester Jobs |
Liverpool Jobs |
Nottingham Jobs |
Birmingham Jobs |
Cambridge Jobs |
Glasgow Jobs |
Bristol Jobs |
Wales Jobs |
London Jobs |
Manchester Jobs |
Liverpool Jobs |
Nottingham Jobs |
Birmingham Jobs |
Cambridge Jobs |
Glasgow Jobs |
Bristol Jobs |
Wales Jobs |
Oil & Gas Jobs |
Banking Jobs |
Construction Jobs |
Top Management Jobs |
IT - Software Jobs |
Medical Healthcare Jobs |
Purchase / Logistics Jobs |
Sales |
Ajax Jobs |
Designing Jobs |
ASP .NET Jobs |
Java Jobs |
MySQL Jobs |
Sap hr Jobs |
Software Testing Jobs |
Html Jobs |
Job Location | South West England |
Education | Not Mentioned |
Salary | Competitive salary |
Industry | Not Mentioned |
Functional Area | Not Mentioned |
Job Type | Permanent , full-time |
The RoleThe Law Society is the representative body for solicitors in England and Wales.Our public policy work is recognised across the profession and beyond, and our policy advisers play a key role in projecting the Societys influence. This is an excitingand varied role where your expertise and knowledge will be used to great effect.You will lead the development of Law Society policy affecting the rule of law, access to justice and solicitors initially focusing on mental health and private client law, in collaborationwith the experts on our specialist committees. The role involves responding to public consultations, providing the substance of briefings to Parliamentarians and other decision-makers, and helping to promote our work in this area to members and the public.You will liaise extensively with other professional bodies, government departments and key stakeholders, and work with our media, public affairs and research teams to ensure a strong and consistent voice for the Law Society and its members on the relevantissues.Recent projects have included our in-depth work to inform and influence upcoming changes to the Mental Health Act 1983, and our successful advocacy for the introduction of remote witnessing of wills, so that people were still able to have their wishesrespected during the Covid-19 pandemic.What were looking for Good working knowledge of the relevant policy environment Some expertise in one or more of mental health law, public law and access to justice Strong analytical skills Ability to work both pro-activelyand reactively, often with minimal supervision and to tight deadlines Excellent written and oral communication skills The credibility to work with senior members and external stakeholdersTo apply, please visit our website and submit a CV and a supporting statementaddressing the key criteria in the job description.Whats in it for youWe offer a generous flexible benefits package, a friendly working environment and the opportunity to develop your career within a professional organisation.We believe in the benefits ofa diverse workforce and strongly welcome applications from those currently under-represented in the organisation, including LGBT+ people, people with disabilities and people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds.Please note: if you are an internalapplicant, Pay Policy will apply.To apply, please submit a CV and supporting statement (no more than 500 words) clearly demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the role.The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating withand lobbying the professions regulators, government and other decision makers, to offering training and advice, were here to help, protect and promote solicitors.