Claims Against Public Authorities & Inquest Solicitor

About the role

A leading Legal 500‑recognised firm is seeking an experienced solicitor to join its Claims Against Public Authorities team on a permanent basis. The role involves a mixed caseload of complaints and civil claims against police and other public bodies, judicial reviews, inquests and related injustices. The department is expanding and handles high‑profile, challenging work.

Key responsibilities

• Report directly to the Department Director and manage a mixed caseload of inquest work, public‑authority complaints and claimant litigation.
• Supervise a small team, ensuring performance against key indicators.
• Prepare and submit online CCMS applications to the LAA for CAPA and Exceptional Case Funding.
• Attend clients, take instructions, brief counsel and negotiate with defendants, the PPO and IOPC.
• Handle daily correspondence, identify funding opportunities and advise on the most appropriate options.
• Assist the Department Director with marketing the department through social media, seminars and conferences.
• Contribute to the continued expansion of the department.

Required profile

• Qualified Solicitor with 2‑5 years PQE (or Chartered Legal Executive) and experience in civil liberties and human‑rights law.
• Substantial CAPA litigation experience; inquest experience desirable.
• Proven supervisory experience and ability to meet KPIs.
• Experience working on publicly funded cases (CW1/Legal Help, Licensed/Certificated Work) and using CCMS.
• Strong knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and judicial‑review applications.
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines and meet LAA supervisor criteria.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office suite
• Document management systems
• CCMS (Case Management System)

What we offer

• Competitive salary and hybrid‑working arrangement.
• Supportive, inclusive team environment with strong focus on professional development.
• Clear progression opportunities and support for legal awards/recognition.
• Access to ongoing training and development programmes.