Legal Officer (Prosecutions) - 37 Hours Application Deadline: 21 September 2026 Department: Corporate Services Employment Type: Permanent Location: Torbay Council Reporting To: Team Leader Compensation: £29,542 - £32,046 / year Description Job Description & Person Specification > We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Legal Officer to assist and support the delivery of prosecution work within our busy legal team. The successful candidate will provide support to solicitors and legal professionals in the management of a varied caseload of regulatory and enforcement matters, including the preparation and progression of prosecution cases, drafting legal documents, liaising with internal departments and external agencies, and supporting advocacy where appropriate. You will be a proactive and organised individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. Ideally, you will have an interest in some or all of the following: local government law, regulatory enforcement, prosecution work and anti-social behaviour. You must have the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team together with a positive, flexible approach and commitment to delivering excellent public service. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your legal experience and career within a supportive local authority environment and contribute to work that protects and benefits the local community. This post requires a Standard Criminal Level Check. This will show details of all spent and unspent convictions and adult cautions that have not been filtered in line with legislation. If you are viewing this advert on a job board, you can access the full job description by placing the below URL into your browser: https://www.torbay.gov.uk/jobs/job-descriptions/legal-officer-prosecutions/ For an informal chat please contact Samantha Goodwin on 01803 207164 or samantha.goodwin@torbay.gov.uk. Interviews are expected to be conducted during the week commencing 28th September 20 26. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. At times there is a need to close our adverts earlier than the date specified, however, this advert will not close before 10th September. If you are keen to submit an application, please apply as soon as possible. Skills Essential: Effective communication and interpersonal skills in a professional way. Ability to give clear and accurate legal advice. The post holder is required to influence, support and advise. As this post meets the requirements of the Immigration Act 2016 (part 7), the ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. Knowledge Essential: A developing knowledge of the law and procedures within the specialist discipline. Understanding of local authority functions and services. Experience & Qualifications Essential: 5 x GCSEs or equivalent including English and Maths Grade C / 4 or above. Experience of working within an in-house local government service.