Derbyshire Constabulary Police Officer Recruitment - May 2012 

Derbyshire Constabulary will start recruiting police officers in May 2012, seeking to fill around 60 vacancies. They will be releasing 750 application packs. To obtain a pack you will need to do the following:

• Phone their recruitment line on 0300 122 5999. It will be open between 4pm and 8pm on May 9, 10 and 11 only, or until the limited number of forms run out, which may be earlier. Do not call before or after these times as the line will be closed.

• When you call the recruitment line, you will be asked a series of questions to check that you meet the national criteria to apply for a police officer vacancy. These questions are set out on thier website. If you cannot give the appropriate answer to any question then please do not call, they are unable to accept applications from people who do not meet these criteria. 
  
  Derbyshire Constabulary - Police Officer Vacancies 2012 

Event for students interested in a career at the Bar

The annual Question and Answer Day held by the Honourable Society of the Inner Temple will be held on Sunday 27^th May 2012 from 10am to 5pm. 

This event is open to all those interested in a career at the Bar who have not yet started the BPTC or joined an Inn of Court.  The event will consist of a series of workshops and seminars, providing an ideal opportunity for your students to gather information on the path to becoming a barrister.  The workshops will be followed by a drinks reception where students will have the opportunity to talk to practitioners in a more informal setting about life as a barrister.  

Admission to this event is free and refreshments will be provided.  However, students must book a place in advance.  A place can be booked through their website (www.innertemple.org.uk under ‘Prospective Members’ followed by ‘Forthcoming Events’).

Please contact your subject Careers Adviser, Simon Thompson (s.thompson@derby.ac.uk) if you have any further questions.

Training Contracts & Vacation scheme opportunites for students with Disabilites.

Employability have joined forces with Herbert Smith to provide training contract & work experience opportunities for disabled & dyslexic students. More information & to apply.

Administrative Officer - Long Lartin Prison

An Administration Officer is required to ensure the prison administration is maintained at target levels to allow the prison to deliver the Prison Service aims, objectives and principles. More information and to apply.

Research Assistant - Law Commission

Research Assistants carry a considerable responsibility for analysing the law on given topics with a view to identifying problems and their implications, and developing a range of solutions. They work closely with the Commissioners and qualified lawyers, and take part in meetings and discussions with Government officials, the judiciary, expert practitioners, industry bodies and other interested parties. Research Assistants are encouraged to put forward their own ideas to assist in the development of proposals for reform. Their direct policy contribution, and their support of the general policy work of the team, enables Research Assistants to influence the development of the law. The posts are on a fixed term basis, for approximately 51 Weeks. The start date will be 3 September 2012.
Essential Academic Skills
Our minimum criteria are that by August 2012 you should have completed two years’ full-time substantive legal studies (or the equivalent in part-time study). The results must be at, or at the equivalent of, first class or good 2.1 standard, with at least some elements of first class work. More information & to apply

Tribunal & Administration Clerk - Employment Tribunal Service Nottingham

Administrative Officers are assigned to sections to carry out a variety of general administrative duties to progress cases through the court/tribunal system or provide support to other functions within the MoJ family. There will be some opportunity to exercise discretion and initiative, within a framework of well-established systems and processes. Problem solving is carried out by reference to comprehensive guidelines and instructions - complex or difficult issues are normally referred to a team leader or supervisor. In some positions, role holders will have regular contact with court / tribunal users, including members of the Judiciary and the legal profession. Administrative Officers work within a team with regular management support and are responsible for their own time, although there may be some opportunity to provide advice and carry out limited supervision of others. More information/apply

Junior Cost Draftsman

Our client a modern fast growing South Manchester based law firm require a Junior Costs Draftsman to join their expanding team:
The Junior Costs Draftsman will be responsible for drafting bills of costs to the defendants. Your main responsibilities will include but not limited to negotiating costs by correspondence and telephone. You must be able to confidently liaise with Defendants and Courts by way of post, email and fax. Progressing cases promptly and efficiently is of up most importance. More information & to apply