As Property Custodian Trustee working two days or four half days per week, in our modern open plan offices, your skills will be key to helping us work with Parishes as they manage their properties, particularly any commercial or legal aspects. The sucessful candidate will also assist the Head of Property and Diocesan Board of Finance with activities relating to investment properties, retired clergy housing, glebe lands and houses.

The Custodian Trustee Administrator is a key member of the property team and will be the main  contact for our parishes when they have a legal, commercial or planning issue with their property. You will work closely with our solicitors and other experts to agree appropriate actions that respond to issues raised.

Ideally you will already have a practical understanding of general property issues such as maintenance, buying, selling, leasing and other land transactions.

Previous experience of legal documents, concepts and trusts in addition to maintaining spreadsheets and databases will be essential. This job would suit someone who is familiar with the commercial and / or legal aspects of property management.

Please see the full recruitment pack for details of how to apply for this role and use the application form attached - we look forward to hearing from you soon!

Senior Role in: Legal and Governance– director level

This is an exciting opportunity to oversee the governance of the Methodist Church and act as the principal adviser on legal and constitutional matters.

In your role as Conference Officer for Legal and Constitutional Practice you will form part of the senior management group responsible for the affairs of the Methodist Church at national level and will have particular responsibility for managing the Legal, Governance and Safeguarding teams and leading on embedding good governance practice across the Church. You will provide legal and constitutional advice to local church, circuit and district trustees, and also oversee the complaints and discipline process of the Church.

To enjoy and make a success of this role you must have the skills and competencies to be able to operate effectively within a complex governance system, to identify areas where proactive steps should be taken and influence decision making as necessary.

You will have or be able speedily to acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the governance structures and working of the Methodist Church, and will already have such knowledge of the requirements of charity law.

Your experience may come from a public, private, or voluntary sector background. You should also be able to demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively and have experience of the strategic planning of work.

You must have a legal qualification and ideally will also be a qualified company secretary. The constitution of the Methodist Church currently also requires that you must be a member of the Methodist Church.

Closing date: 28 February 2020

Interview Date: 13 March 2020

Keywords:

Senior; Legal; Governance; director;

Senior Role in: Legal and Governance– director level

This is an exciting opportunity to oversee the governance of the Methodist Church and act as the principal adviser on legal and constitutional matters.

In your role as Conference Officer for Legal and Constitutional Practice you will form part of the senior management group responsible for the affairs of the Methodist Church at national level and will have particular responsibility for managing the Legal, Governance and Safeguarding teams and leading on embedding good governance practice across the Church. You will provide legal and constitutional advice to local church, circuit and district trustees, and also oversee the complaints and discipline process of the Church.

To enjoy and make a success of this role you must have the skills and competencies to be able to operate effectively within a complex governance system, to identify areas where proactive steps should be taken and influence decision making as necessary.

You will have or be able speedily to acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the governance structures and working of the Methodist Church, and will already have such knowledge of the requirements of charity law.

Your experience may come from a public, private, or voluntary sector background. You should also be able to demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively and have experience of the strategic planning of work.

You must have a legal qualification and ideally will also be a qualified company secretary. The constitution of the Methodist Church currently also requires that you must be a member of the Methodist Church.

Closing date: 28 February 2020

Interview Date: 13 March 2020

Keywords:

Governance;
Compliance;
Charity Law;
Policy Development;
Trust Law;
Risk Management;

Are you a governance professional or qualified solicitor looking for a new challenge? If so, we want to hear from you!

This is an important role supporting managing trustees in understanding and complying with their responsibilities set out in the Constitutional Practice and Discipline of the Methodist Church and charity law.

In this role, you will ensure the Church is legally compliant across a range of activities including risk management and data protection. You will assist in the development of policies and guidance that seek to promote good governance within the Methodist Church in Britain at national level and at other levels, working closely with the Methodist Church’s senior legal officer.

You will have experience in a senior legal or governance role for a charity or regulated body. You will have good knowledge of charity law and will need to be able to operate effectively within a complex governance environment and to influence decision making as appropriate.

Closing date: 28 February 2020

Interview Date: 13-Mar-2020

Keywords:

Legal; Governance; Counsel; Charity;

At Depaul Housing Services we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Trustee to come and join our team. This a nationwide voluntary position, so you can be based anywhere across the UK.

There are no set hours but we do require someone with flexibility who is easily contactable and can attend meetings and events when they happen.

The Trustee role:

Depaul Housing Services (DHS) is recruiting a new Trustee with expertise on property development matters. Our subsidiary company, Depaul Housing Services (DHS), was established in 2014 as a Registered Provider of Social Housing, to make the best use of the small number of properties we own, and to support the implementation of Depaul UK’s wider property development strategy.

We are passionate about the difference we make and wish to appoint Trustees who will be as passionate.

We actively encourage equality and diversity in Depaul UK, and look to recruit across age, gender, ethnicity and background. We are keen to see the membership of both the Trustee body and Committees reflect as closely as possible the diverse backgrounds of our clients.

Given the nationwide nature of Depaul UK, we actively encourage applicants based outside of London, especially the Northeast and the Northwest.

Who are we?

Depaul UK delivers a range of support and housing services around the UK for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We are a creative organization, regularly reviewing and developing new ways to support our clients. We provide services that:

- Prevent homelessness

- Increase the resilience of those we work with

- Energise opportunities for employment, education, training & volunteering

We're dedicated to putting our values into action to achieve a society where everyone has a place to call home and a stake in their community.

What we will do to support you in the Trustee role:

- Out of pocket expenses in line with the Trustees’ expenses policy

- Access to the Depaul UK Governance Manager for help and support in their role as Trustee

- Equal opportunity to participate regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation

What will ideally support your success in the Trustee role?

- A commitment to the vision and values of Depaul and to take decisions for the good of the organisation

- Experience of the housing sector, property development and a good understanding of social housing regulation and capital programmes

- An understanding of Tenant Involvement and community regeneration

- Thorough understanding of health and safety and risk management

- An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of charity trusteeship

So, if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Trustee then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, we’d love to hear from you!

Closing date – Sunday 08 March 2020 at 23:59

We kindly request no contact from Recruitment or Media Agencies.

At Depaul UK we currently have an exciting opportunity for two Trustee’s to come and join our team. This a nationwide voluntary position, so you can be based anywhere across the UK.

There are no set hours but we do require someone with flexibility who is easily contactable and can attend meetings and events when they happen.

The Trustee role:

Depaul UK is seeking two individuals to join its Board of Trustees.  The persons we are looking for must have a sound understanding and background in the housing sector, with specific expertise in Social Housing and Housing Management. In addition, one of the Trustees out of the two posts will join the Board of our subsidiary, Depaul Housing Services, a Registered Provider of Social Housing. We are passionate about the difference we make and we wish to appoint Trustees who will be as passionate.

We actively encourage equality and diversity in Depaul UK, and look to recruit across age, gender, ethnicity and backgroun

We are keen to see the membership of both the Trustee body and Committees reflect as closely as possible the diverse backgrounds of our clients.

Given the nationwide nature of Depaul UK, we actively encourage applicants based outside of London, especially the Northeast and the Northwest.

Who are we?

Depaul UK delivers a range of support and housing services around the UK for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We are a creative organization, regularly reviewing and developing new ways to support our clients. We provide services that:

- Prevent homelessness

- Increase the resilience of those we work with

- Energise opportunities for employment, education, training & volunteering

We're dedicated to putting our values into action to achieve a society where everyone has a place to call home and a stake in their community.

What we will do to support you in the Trustee role:

- Out of pocket expenses in line with the Trustees’ expenses policy

- Access to the Depaul UK Governance Manager for help and support in their role as Trustee

- Equal opportunity to participate regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation

What will ideally support your success in the Trustee role?

- A commitment to the vision and values of Depaul and to take decisions for the good of the organisation

- Sound knowledge of and background in the housing sector, social housing and housing management

- An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of charity trusteeship

- Strategic vision with the ability to think creatively

So, if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Trustee then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, we’d love to hear from you!

Closing date – Sunday 08 March 2020 at 23:59

We kindly request no contact from Recruitment or Media Agencies.

Freeways, as part of our business plan for expansion, have an exciting opportunity for new trustees to join our Board/s based at Abbots Leigh, Bristol.  This is a voluntary role and will require commitment for approximately 8 hours each month.

About us:

Freeways is a local charity that supports people with learning disabilities. We are a highly regarded provider of residential care and supported living services. The aim of our services is to support people to become as independent as possible by helping them make choices, learn new skills and make links with their local community.  We fundamentally believe that all individuals should be treated with respect and supported to be valued members of our communities irrespective of their ability. 

Freeways Trust own, manage and maintain the majority of properties that Freeways use.

The role:

Trustees may work across two charities; Freeways and Freeways Trust.  The trustee role is a voluntary position that helps oversee the running of the charities. As part of the Board of Trustees you will provide sound governance, strategic oversight, guidance and support to further the charitable aims and objectives.

What does the Trustee role involve?

- Always act in the best interests of the charities.
- Ensure that the charities comply and are operating within their governing document, charity law and company law.
- Ensure that the charities pursue their objects as defined in their governing document.
- Ensure the charities apply their resources exclusively in pursuance of their objectives.
- Safeguard the reputation and values of the charities.
- Contribute actively to the board of trustees' role in giving firm strategic direction to the charities, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets.
- Ensure the financial stability of the charities.
- Protect and manage the property of the charities and to ensure the proper investment of their funds.
- Work with the CEO, Strategic Estate Manager and the Board of Trustees to oversee the effective delivery of the charities’ strategy.
- Connect the charities with appropriate stakeholders and to represent the charities and their vision.
- Commit to attend board meetings, working groups and complete the preparation for such meetings (approximately 8 hours each month).
- Commit to occasional travel to our services across Banes, South Glos, Bristol and North Somerset areas.
- Be appointed for 3 years initially but may be re-elected for a second term.

We are looking for a range of skills and experience including (but not limited to):

- Finance (at a senior management level)
- Property Development and/or Construction
- Business Development
- IT/Systems
- Marketing/PR/Communications
- Care Sector

Other skills and abilities we are looking for in our Trustee:

- A commitment to the charities and their business aims.
- A commitment to devote the necessary time and effort.
- Strategic vision.
- Good, independent judgment and decision-making skills.
- An ability to think creatively.
- An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship.
- An ability to work effectively as a team member.
- A commitment to Freeways values.

In return for your commitment, as a Trustee you will have the opportunity to:

- Make a positive difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities.
- Benefit from a tailored induction.
- Receive training and development in areas such as governance, leadership and safeguarding.
- Work alongside highly experienced board professionals.
- Extend your network and enhance your influencing and leadership skills.
- Demonstrate your leadership skills to future employers.
- Be reimbursed reasonable travel expenses. 

Closing date: 25th February 2020

Initial interview date: Week commencing 9th March 2020

Freeways is committed to promoting equal opportunities and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

All trustees must complete a range of statutory and regulatory background checks including enhanced DBS check.

For more information about Freeways and the valuable work we do, please visit our website.

If you have the requirements listed to become our Trustee, please click ‘apply’ today. We’d love to hear from you!

Roehampton Students' Union is seeking the services of three external Trustees to join the Board at an exciting time for the organisation. Following a period of review, the union is positioned to embark upon a strategic review and consider what direction RSU takes over the next four years. Working in collaboration with other external and student Trustees, the role will help guide and steer the union following a successful period of transition.

The Trustee Board is the governing body of the Charity. The Trustees are responsible for making sure that Roehampton Students’ Union is run effectively, complies with the law, has a strong strategic plan based on members' needs. It is also responsible to making sure the Charity is financially stable.

We would like appointed Trustees to be open to serving a full four-year term. External Trustees can serve for a maximum of two terms. With the term of office much shorter for student and officer trustees, the long-term commitment of external trustees ensures that the union has consistency and stability as it navigates its strategic objectives.

What We Are Looking For

Attendance at Board Meetings

The Trustee Board will meet between four and six times a year. In addition to that it would be valuable if you attended our annual general members meeting where you can meet the part time officers and some students. These meetings can take place in the evening but also all day for more detailed work.

Support Officer Trustees

Outside of board meetings there may be occasions when the Officer Trustees will turn to you for your experience and knowledge.

An involvement with the Union

We would like Trustees to take an active interest in our services, campaigns and events to gain a greater understanding of what we do, how we represent students and celebrate the diversity of our student community.

In your application, it is important to emphasise any knowledge, skills or experience that you may have gained through employment, education or things that you have done in your spare time.

Following a skills audit, we have identified key areas where we would like to strengthen:

Governance

Financial Management and Audit

Charity and Company Directorship

Human Resources

Strategy and Performance

HASU are looking for two externally appointed professionals to join our Trustee Board as External Trustees. As a charity Trustee, you will be a member of the Trustee Board that ensures the Union has necessary financial and structural stability to carry out its aims effectively. On a practical level, this means you need to be able to contribute to major decisions on legal financial issues and ensure that the Union is delivering on that political policy set by the elected representative. 

We hope to strengthen the range of competencies across the Trustee Board in order to support our student leaders. We would be particularly interested to hear from individuals with experience of financial management/audit and/or commercial services management, Charity and Company directorship, Human Resources, strategic and change management. However, these are not essential. 

What We are Expecting

HASU is currently working in partnership with the Harper Adams University following a period of change and is currently progressing with the development of its new strategic plan for 2020 and beyond after securing stability and new management in 2019. 

Attendance to Meetings

The Trustee Board will meet between four and six times a year, with potential involvement with sub-committees. Outside of board meetings, there may be occasions when the Officer Trustees will turn to you for your experience and knowledge.

The post of External Trustee is appointed for a period of four years, which can be extended for a second term. This role is not remunerated; however reasonable expenses will be reimbursed

ABOUT US
The Woodland Trust is the UK’s leading woodland conservation charity. We want to see a UK rich in native woods and trees, for people and wildlife. The Trust aims to engage and inspire people about woods and trees to help us meet our vision of creating, restoring and protecting woodland.

THE ROLE
Woodland Trust Legal Services is an in-house legal office of solicitors and legal executives and is part of the Woodland Trust’s Corporate Services team. We provide advice on a broad and diverse range of legal matters to a wide range of organisation stakeholders including our trustees, directors and officers of the Trust.

Our work is diverse interesting and rewarding offering experience in a broad range of legal areas and significant involvement in major projects, such as our Northern Forest project. We have a large estate which covers England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

The Senior Property Solicitor will responsible for a broad and varied range of property legal work from the acquisition of new woodland sites across the UK to easements, wayleave agreements, commercial leases, licenses and agricultural tenancies. Working closely with our Land and Property Teams the role will advise the Woodland Trust on property matters including acquisitions and disposals of commercial and agricultural freehold and leasehold land.

It’s a diverse and interesting caseload of mixed property matters including commercial leases, licences, wayleaves, agricultural tenancies, options and easements. 

This is a home based position, however the candidate will be required to work from the Grantham office one day per week.

THE CANDIDATE
You will be an experienced commercial property solicitor with a strong working knowledge of property legal issues and ideally with a working knowledge of charity law and agricultural tenancy law. You will have gained your experience working in house or in private practice. Experience of working for a charity is preferred but not essential. You will advise on matters directly and indirectly relating to property matters both commercial and agricultural ranging from acquisitions to advice on boundary issues.

You will be pragmatic and able to provide clear informed and appropriate contextualized advice. You will be proactive and be able to really add value with your advice. You will possess exceptional communication skills and will be able to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You will be a strong team player committed to the success of the Legal Team and the Trust itself. You will be able to work without supervision and to help junior colleagues.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
There’s no other organisation like the Woodland Trust. Whatever you do here you will be supporting our work to protect and enhance woods and trees. In return, we recognise and value our people. You'll have our full support, training and opportunities for professional development, along with contributory pension, life assurance and good holiday entitlement. 

Prospect Hospice is looking for a talented, passionate professional to become our new chair of trustees.

We believe everyone should have access to excellent end-of-life care. As chair of our trustees, you can help make this a reality.

Over four decades, Prospect Hospice has become the organisation that people in Swindon, Marlborough and north Wiltshire turn to when they, or the people they love, are diagnosed with a life-limiting illness. We have cared for and supported many thousands of local people, which is why so many people contribute in their own way to a charity that makes a positive difference in our community. Are you the person to oversee the continuing development and expansion of our care and services in the coming years?

Our vision is for excellent, personalised and compassionate care for everyone affected by a life-limiting illness. Working with local health and social care partners, and stakeholders from across the community, we have a vital role in improving end-of-life care for everyone. We are looking for a chair of trustees with the skills, knowledge and expertise to help drive our organisation forward, as we aim for outstanding performance in all that we do. 

This important and rewarding role provides a unique opportunity to be part of something very special, entrusted by the 300,000-strong community we serve to make a real difference in their loved-ones’ lives, at a time when they most need it.

Who we are looking for

You will have a proven, professional track record of leadership at the highest level. You will share our vision, and ambition to take a leading role in our journey to be recognised as an outstanding organisation.  Ideally, you will have experience of charity governance and working with or as part of a Board of Trustees.  

For more details of the role and for an informal discussion with a current trustee and more information contact Siobhain Acott, Executive Assistant. Please see our website for contact details.

Employment Law Consultant

You will join them as an Employment Law Consultant to deliver an employment law advice and consultancy service over the telephone and face-to-face.

Employment Law Consultant Responsibilities:

- You will advise on employment law and support businesses in reviewing / updating and drafting bespoke employment documentation such as contracts of employment and handbook policies.
- You will advise on settlement agreements, redundancy management and disciplinary, dismissal and grievance handling.
- This role is based at HQ Stoneleigh and there will be occasions when you are required to travel within England and Wales.

Employment Law Consultant Requirements:

- You should possess a law or similar degree and have proven experience of providing an employment consultancy service to clients and experience of dealing with employment law queries.
- You will need to have a good understanding and comprehensive working knowledge of legislation alongside of having the ability to address issues and problems and offer appropriate solutions.

About our client:

Our client is the voice of British farming, and their members are at the heart of what they do. Our clients Employment Service membership provides practical support and legal guidance to enable businesses to comply with employment law.

Location: Head Quarters, Stoneleigh CV8 2TZ

Job type: Full Time, Permanent, 35 hours per week

Salary: £34,439 per annum (Negotiable dependant on experience)

Benefits: include 25 days annual leave (plus statutory bank holidays), National Employment Savings Trust pension scheme, a performance related pay award scheme, a range of discounts through their Benefits employee portal and subsidised staff restaurant.

Closing Date: 8th March 2020
Interview Date: 17th March 2020

You may have experience of the following: Employment Law Consultant, Employment Law Advisor, employment Law, Legal Advisor, Legal Consultant, Employment Advisor, Legal Secretary, HR Consultant, HR Advisor, etc.

Ref: 92035

Chair of the Board of Trustees - Revised and Re-Advertised

Restored is a small Christian charity making a big impact across the UK and internationally. Restored works to transform relationships and end violence against women. Our vision is that the UK Church recognises and responds effectively, and in line with good practice, to domestic abuse. 

Restored focuses on preventing and ending domestic abuse within the UK church and acting as a catalyst internationally for others to do the same. Restored raises awareness and equips the church through its specialist resources and training. We support survivors of abuse via an online network and through specialised resources. As violence against women is not just a women’s problem, we engage men as part of the solution. 

The issues on which Restored has been advocating have moved centre stage in the media and public attention, with increasing outrage at the levels of sexual and gender based violence across society. Such abuse is found in churches too. Our ground-breaking research on domestic abuse amongst churchgoers in Cumbria found that 25% of respondents had suffered at least one form of domestic abuse in their current relationship (both women and men). In 2019, Restored launched a handbook for survivors of domestic abuse, written by experts in their fields. The handbook is in great demand.

Interested in joining us?

The Board of Trustees is looking for a new Chair to help the organisation to build on its achievements and grow to the next stage. The Chair will help Restored to gain access to churches and open doors for us so we can make an even bigger difference. The Chair, and all of Restored’s trustees, have a personal commitment to the Christian faith and be passionate about seeing violence against women (VAW) ended. Ideally, the Chair will have a demonstrated track record in tackling abuse and in fundraising. We are looking for Chair who is well connected to one or more UK church networks and is able to ‘open doors’ for Restored’s communication, training, and fundraising.  

The Chair must be willing to speak nationally for and on behalf of the charity as well as open doors for fundraising. As a committed Christian your values will shine through in all of who you are and what you do and in your approach to working relationships with others.

Practically, there are three Board meetings per year, plus a full day awayday. Most regular meetings take place in Teddington, Middlesex, where the Restored office is located.

To apply, please send your CV with a covering letter outlining how you fulfil the criteria . The deadline for applications is Feb 7th 2020.

Job Description - Chair of Trustees

Overall Purpose of Role

The Chair of the Board of Trustees for Restored is accountable for the leadership and direction to the Board of Trustees.  They are required to work with the Board in order to enable them to fulfil their responsibilities for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity. Through working with the Board and the Director, the Chair will oversee the development of the organisation’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines.

The Chair will work in close co-operation with and hold accountable the Director, including formulation and review of their objectives on an annual basis. 

Chair’s Role

The Chair will have the following responsibilities:

1. Chair meetings of the Board of Restored;
2. Lead the Trustees and the Director to agree forward strategy for the charity;
3. Ensure that Restored is run in accordance with Restored’s Memorandum of Articles and Association
4. Ensure that the Board of trustees fulfils its responsibilities for the governance of Restored;
5. Liaise with the Director to agree agendas and supporting papers for Board meetings and approve draft minutes;
6. Liaise with the Director on points of principle, policy and practice in the organisation;
7. Hold accountable, and provide personal support to, the Director through mentoring and personal advice;
8. Represent Restored occasionally at public events;
9. Review progress reports, policy and strategy papers;
10. Attend occasionally conferences of bodies in which Restored is a significant member;
11. Act as the main line of communication between the Board and the Co-Directors;
12. Lead the process of appraising the performance of the Co-Directors.

Individual Profile

The role of Chair requires an individual of significant experience at a senior level. The role is varied in its duties. Primarily the Chair will ensure that the board takes responsibility for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity. As such, the role will have interface with the Director and other Restored staff; in addition to leading the Board, the Chair will engage church leaders and the Christian constituency in the UK, as appropriate.

The specific areas of experience and skill set required for the role are:

1. significant experience in a senior role gained within any or a combination of business, government, church or voluntary sectors;
2. significant Board-level experience, including with one or more charity;
3. expertise in relevant fields relating to the Board including governance, charity law, organisation development, strategy, financial management etc;
4. strong relational, empathetic and communication skills;
5. an ability to understand and engage with the theological, organisational and developmental issues of Restored;
6. the ability to build a supportive and challenging relationship with the Co-Directors and staff;
7. maturity as a Christian, including meaningful involvement as a member of a local church and/or with Christian organisations and groups;
8. an understanding, or capacity rapidly to develop such, of churches in the UK and internationally;
9. compelling leadership skills and an appreciation for management of organisations;
10. a demonstrable commitment to ending violence against women, likely to be evidenced through historic involvement in similar organisations or commitments (actual experience of ending VAW work, whilst advantageous, is not a prerequisite);
11. a degree of theological awareness of issues relating to violence against women would be advantageous;
12. willingness to commit approximately 12 days per year in total to the role, including three Board meetings per year and an annual awayday.

Registered Charity in England and Wales no 1136774, Company Registration no 7243226

Investigator/Caseworker

We are looking for a caseworker / investigator with experience of criminal law and the criminal justice system preferably combined with working in a small team working and with the ability to work individually within an agile working regime.

Inside Justice is a small charity, registered in 2018, which investigates alleged miscarriages of justice. Receiving applications from prisoners usually serving long sentences for crimes they say they did not commit, our work is to review and assess applications to identify whether new legal, scientific or investigative work could be carried out which has the potential to show whether an innocent person has been wrongly convicted.  We progress these cases, either by commissioning the work ourselves or by making representations to the appropriate bodies.  We make submissions to the Criminal Cases Review Commission and the Court of Appeal.  Where our casework and research identifies systemic failings, we undertake policy work to drive change and confidence in the criminal justice system.

 Title: Legal Caseworker / Investigator

 Time Commitment: Full time desired, although 4 days per week negotiable

Where: UK Home based (London/Home Counties). Agile working.  Remotely, mainly at home, with flexibility to attend all day meetings, predominantly in Central London, as and when required.

Remuneration: £25k

Description: Inside Justice has two clear goals:

1. To investigate alleged miscarriages of justice, making submissions to the relevant public body, if suitable grounds are identified by our Advisory Panel of experts.

2. To lobby for change when systemic failings are identified. The Operations Manager reports to the CEO and holds prime responsibility for supervising all casework in such a way that fulfils our goals.

Reporting to the head of casework you will be;

• Investigating and reviewing Inside Justice applications from serving prisoners ensuring cases are progressed in an appropriate and timely fashion and providing progress reports to the Head of Casework.

• Reviewing legal documents including trial transcripts and reports from experts across a range of disciplines.

• Representing Inside Justice in a variety of forums with: trial legal representatives; applicants (prisoners); experts from a range of disciplines; victims and applicants’ families; trial witnesses.
• Communicating verbally with key partnership bodies / organisations.

• Using in-house data collection  / case management systems.

What are we looking for: The ideal candidate will have a passion for justice with experience of the criminal justice system and preferably have  a working knowledge of police procedures, court processes and criminal disclosure responsibilities.  Excellent verbal, written communication and analytical skills.  Experience of partnership working and engagement with statutory and other bodies within the CJ system.  Previous investigation or research experience.  An investigation qualification / accreditation such as PIP2 would be desirable but not essential.

Before you apply: Due to the nature of our work we will require Standard DBS checks and there will be a formal interview process with Trustees as well as the Charity CEO. All applicants are required to sign confidentiality and data security agreements.

If you would like to apply please send a copy of your CV with a covering letter which sets out:

• An overview of your experience
• Details of the skills you would bring to this specific position
• A summary of why you would enjoy this challenge

Closing date: 13.3.2020

Job ref: DA/AD