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The Role
In conjunction with a policy manager, you will lead the Law Society's engagement with the Legal Aid Agency (LAA) and the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), in relation to the aspects of the civil legal aid system allocated to you. You will work with colleagues on the impact on the civil legal aid system of technology and AI, and on guidance, communications and services for members working in civil legal aid.
You will contribute to the work of the Law Society's Access to Justice Committee in responding to Government consultations and reviews, providing input for Parliamentary inquiries and evidence sessions, helping to develop media lines and ensuring that the voice of solicitors is heard on key policy and operational issues for solicitors. You will keep up to date with developments in relevant policy and legislation and monitor the impact of developments in the area on the profession.
You will liaise with solicitors and key stakeholders, lead policy development on priority issues and manage associated projects. Working with colleagues from across policy, communications and public affairs, you will also help to ensure that our policy positions have maximum influence, visibility and impact.
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You will build effective relationships with officials at the LAA and MoJ and other relevant stakeholders to enable us to maintain an influential position with them as a critical friend, challenging on behalf of our members without damaging the broader relationship.
This is an exciting and varied role where your expertise and knowledge will be used to great effect.
What we're looking for
You have a practical understanding of the operation of the civil legal aid system and the role of solicitors in the justice system. You will have experience of managing policy projects and policy work, with an ability to identify and understand the policy implications of proposals, and to mediate strongly held opposing views. You will be able to analyse complex policy issues and operational processes, and assess their implications for the profession along with excellent writing skills to draft concise, clear and persuasive policy papers, briefings and guidance for solicitors. You will have an understanding of how technology is changing the legal profession and the justice system. You will be experienced in building and maintaining effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels, and be able to work both proactively and reactively, often with minimal supervision and to tight deadlines. Please see the job description for more details.
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What's in it for you
You'll be joining a high-performing Policy team and membership organisation with a reputation for excellence and legal expertise, committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and a culture of trust, clarity, excellence and respect. We offer hybrid working (minimum 2 days a week working on site), a generous flexible benefits package, a friendly working environment and the opportunity to develop your career within a professional organisation. Please note: if you are an internal applicant, Pay Policy will apply. The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and other decision makers, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors.
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