Are you a newly qualified barrister looking to enhance your criminal law career? The Crown Prosecution Service is offering the opportunity to join us as a Crown Advocate for up to two years, as part of our new Go Prosecute development scheme.
About the Crown Prosecution Service
At the Crown Prosecution Service, we are responsible for delivering justice through the independent and effective prosecution of crime. As the principal prosecuting authority across England and Wales, the nature and diversity of cases we advise on and prosecute means our work is often emotionally challenging and complex. As such we employ over 7,000 individuals who think objectively, act professionally, show the upmost respect for others and continually strive for excellence.
About Go Prosecute
Go Prosecute is a development opportunity for recently qualified barristers at the self-employed Bar. You join the Crown Prosecution Service for up to two years as a Crown Advocate, gaining practical experience of prosecution in the magistrates’ court, youth court and Crown Court. You receive comprehensive training and support, plus access to employee benefits including a competitive Civil Service pension, regular salary and a generous annual leave allowance.
This is a unique opportunity to gain well-rounded experience of the criminal justice system at the start of your career. You work on a variety of cases - making a real difference to society by helping us to deliver justice, before returning to your Chambers with valuable insight into our work.
About you
We’re looking for newly qualified barristers with criminal law experience. You must demonstrate sufficient legal intellect and have a valid practising certificate for England and Wales. If you’re committed to public service, your own personal development and career progression, this is an opportunity for you.
About our benefits
At the Crown Prosecution Service, we pride ourselves on providing benefits that ensure our employees’ needs are central. We want to ensure you can thrive at work and home, offering support to achieve a balance. This includes flexibility to support caring responsibilities and a family-friendly approach to work. Go Prosecute comes with a range of benefits including:
- Civil Service pension, with an average employer contribution of 28.9%
- 25 days’ leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays
- competitive salary
- an opportunity to develop your skills and ability, your relationship with Crown Prosecution Service, and career as a prosecuting advocate
- unparalleled prosecution and advocacy experience
- insight into the Civil Service and how the various departments and agencies involved in justice work together
- access to our extensive training and support
- advocacy progression opportunities
- a contribution towards any existing tenancy fees
- 3 days’ paid volunteering leave
- 1 extra privilege day for the King’s birthday
- £350 a year individual learning budget
- wellbeing support and counselling
- Cycle2work scheme, high street retailer offers and discounts.
Find out more and apply HERE today.
See also the Counsel interview with David Malone, Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor, London North, who talks to Anthony Inglese CB about the pilot scheme here.
