Service Care Solutions
Assistant Solicitor
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Service Care Solutions are currently support a Inquiry who are recruiting for an Assistant Solicitor to join the legal team supporting the later stages of a high-profile Scottish Public Inquiry.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Scottish-qualified solicitor to work alongside senior legal professionals and the Inquiry Chair on a varied, high-profile caseload.
The Role:
You’ll play a key role across the warning letters process and final records work, including:
- Proof-checking draft report chapters
- Drafting and analysing warning letters and responses
- Preparing briefings for the Chair
- Advising on document retention and preservation
- Reviewing evidence for Data Protection, FOI and Copyright considerations
- Working closely with the evidence team and National Records of Scotland
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About You:
- 1+ year PQE and a current Scottish Practising Certificate
- Experience managing large volumes of evidence/documentation
- Strong legal drafting, analytical, and proofreading skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Confident communication skills
- Good working knowledge of Word, Adobe, and Excel
- A flexible, team-focused approach
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Please note: Due to the nature of the appointment, applications cannot be considered from individuals who have worked for Crown Office, PIRC, Police Scotland, or any of the Inquiry’s Core Participant legal teams.
Hours:
- Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm
- Office: Minimum one day per week (Tuesday)
Based/Working Nature: Edinburgh / Hybrid 1 day a week in office (Tuesdays) occasion ADHOC meetings | 1+ PQE | 6–12 months + potential extension
Salary: Stating from £62,111 - PAYE (INC HOLS) £276.66 - LTD DAY RATE £326.04
Role CLOSES Monday 21st September 9AM.
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