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 02085497212 or submit your CV using the link below.