Sometimes things go wrong. At the CCRC, we help to put them right.
From time to time, a criminal case ends with a wrongful conviction or sentence – there may have been errors at trial – or fresh evidence may have emerged. Sometimes there are developments in the law that require matters to be reassessed in the light of modern standards of fairness.
If the answers are yes, then this could be the start of an incredibly rewarding career – the work you do with us can transform lives and ensure justice is finally done.
We’re looking for a lawyer to join us on a permanent basis (although we can also consider secondments and loans). The role is varied and intellectually challenging. You’ll need to be analytical, articulate, resilient and proactive. You must be able to juggle competing priorities, planning your work to ensure you give reliable and practical advice and that litigation timetables are kept to.
You’ll be part of a legal team supporting Commissioners and Case Review Managers with advice on the investigation and review of criminal convictions and sentences prosecuted in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. This includes helping to design and deliver a continuous learning programme that ensures colleagues are updated on key cases and new legislation through modules and resources that develop knowledge of the law and legal skills. You’ll also be asked to provide objective advice on challenges to the Commission’s decisions by way of judicial review and draft appropriate defences.
So if you enjoy variety, helping colleagues and have an interest in miscarriages of justice, we’d be delighted to hear from you!
