Prison Law Supervisor & Practitioner

Location: Reading, Berkshire (Remote or Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)
Employment Type: Full-time or Part-time

About the Role

Our client, a well-respected regional law firm, is seeking an experienced Prison Law Supervisor and Practitioner to lead and develop their growing Prison Law Department.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified legal professional with supervisor status (or equivalent experience) to take on a leadership position within a firm known for its commitment to client care and access to justice.

You will oversee the department’s work, represent clients in a range of prison law matters, and collaborate closely with the firm’s established Criminal Law Team. For the right candidate, this role offers genuine potential to progress to Head of Department.

The Role

• Represent clients in a variety of prison law matters, ensuring a high standard of legal advice and representation.

• Provide supervision and leadership within the Prison Law Department.

• Work collaboratively with the firm’s Criminal Law Team to ensure effective cross-departmental support.

• Maintain the highest levels of professionalism, ethics, and compliance.

• Manage workloads efficiently and contribute to departmental growth and development.

About the Firm

The firm has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services to clients across a wide geographical area. Their team is known for its professionalism, compassion, and commitment to protecting clients’ rights. Based in Reading, Berkshire, the firm offers a supportive and collaborative culture, with flexibility to work remotely or on a hybrid basis.

The Person

• Proven experience in prison law.

• Supervisor status or sufficient experience to qualify.

• Excellent communication, advocacy, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases.

• Competent IT skills and confidence working with case management systems.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £45,000 – £60,000 (DOE)

• Enhanced rates for out-of-hours work (for Criminal Law Solicitors or those with Police Station Accreditation)

• Company pension scheme

• Access to internal and external training opportunities

• Holiday entitlement that increases with length of service

• Bright Safe employee benefits

• Supportive, friendly, and flexible working environment

• Remote or hybrid working options available

If you are a dedicated and ambitious legal professional with a passion for prison law and access to justice, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please contact Kingsgate Recruitment today on [phone removed] or submit your CV using the link below.