Assistant Solicitor for Public Inquiry

About the role

The Emma Caldwell Inquiry is seeking Assistant Solicitors to join its legal team. This is a unique chance to contribute to a high‑profile public inquiry examining the investigation into Emma Caldwell’s murder and to help shape the evidence‑gathering process.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, recover and engage with external stakeholders to obtain evidence.
• Review, analyse and summarise evidence against the Inquiry’s Terms of Reference.
• Produce thematic reports and suggest further lines of inquiry.
• Handle redaction and disclosure of evidence in line with Inquiry policies.
• Instruct, liaise and collaborate regularly with Counsel.
• Provide legal advice to the Chair when required.
• Liaise with solicitors representing core participants and facilitate witness statements.
• Assist in identifying and instructing expert witnesses.
• Draft and ensure compliance with the Inquiry’s procedural documents.
• Maintain GDPR compliance.
• Offer practical and legal support during hearing sessions and produce post‑hearing summaries.

Required profile

• Qualified solicitor or advocate in Scotland (applications from other jurisdictions considered).
• Excellent attention to detail for high‑volume documentation.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with internal and external parties.
• Flexibility and adaptability to handle a variety of tasks in a small team.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on a high‑profile, independent public inquiry.
• Exposure to complex legal analysis and evidence handling.
• Collaboration with senior legal professionals, including the Solicitor to the Inquiry.