Police Lawyer

Police Lawyer Opportunities

Make a difference through law. Support policing. Protect communities.

Evolve Legal Services (ELS) is a unique legal collaboration delivering professional legal services on behalf of the Chief Constables of Cleveland Police, North Yorkshire Police and Durham Constabulary, alongside the Police and Crime Commissioners for Cleveland and Durham and the York & North Yorkshire Combined Authority.

We are currently recruiting for two exciting Police Lawyer opportunities, offering the chance to undertake high-profile, complex and rewarding legal work that directly supports policing and public service delivery across the region.

Police Lawyer (Employment)

• Permanent
• Part-time, 18.5 hours per week
• Salary: £37,020 - £54,595 pro rata
• Based across ELS hubs in Peterlee, Durham HQ, Middlesbrough and Northallerton, with agile and home working options available

This role offers the opportunity to advise on a broad range of employment law matters, including employment litigation, workforce policy, police regulations and pensions, while supporting senior leaders on complex employment issues.

Police Lawyer (Operational)

• Permanent
• Part-time, approximately 33.5 hours per week
• Salary: £37,020 - £54,696 pro rata
• Based across ELS hubs in Peterlee, Durham HQ, Middlesbrough and Northallerton, with agile and home working options available
• Frequent court attendance required

This role focuses on operational policing law, advocacy and legal case management, advising on policing powers, public protection matters, civil orders, licensing and other operational legal issues.

What We're Looking For:

We welcome applications from qualified:

• Solicitors
• Barristers
• Fellows of CILEx

who are entitled to practise in England and Wales and are committed to delivering high-quality legal services in a public sector environment.

Whether your expertise lies in employment law or operational policing and advocacy, these roles provide an excellent opportunity to develop your career while making a meaningful contribution to public safety and public service.

Why Join Us?

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Agile and flexible working arrangements
• Blue Light Discount scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Health and wellbeing support services
• Access to staff networks and trade union membership
• A supportive, inclusive and collaborative working environment

Find Out More & Apply:

For full role profiles, eligibility requirements, closing dates and application details, please visit the North Yorkshire Police Careers website

Applications can only be submitted via the North Yorkshire Police website.

Explore both opportunities and apply online today.