Legally Qualified Persons

The Police and Crime Commissioners for Cheshire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Lancashire and Merseyside are seeking to recruit Legally Qualified Persons who will be required to advise on Police Misconduct Panels for the Police Forces in the North West Region. These Panels hear gross misconduct cases for police officers, below the rank of Superintendent.

Applications are sought from qualified lawyers who can demonstrate integrity and independence of mind, commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, sound judgement and an objective approach to issues presented.

The NW PCCs are fully supportive of diversity, equality and inclusion and strive to employ a workforce which is representative of the community it serves. Applications are welcomed from all underrepresented groups and support will be made available throughout the recruitment process for all applicants. Under-represented groups include:

• Females
• Those from a minority ethnic background and other underrepresented groups
• Individuals from the LGBTQ+ community
• People with disabilities
• All other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010.

Candidates must be able to satisfy the appointment eligibility condition, (Section 50 of the Tribunals, Courts and Enforcement Act 2007) for the duration of the term of office.

Documents

Below you will find documents and the application form for this role.

Additional information

For any further information, please email Merseyside Police and Crime Commissioner’s Office on info@merseysidepcc.info (opens email application) or visit Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) | Merseyside Police

Closing date

The closing date for completed applications is 12 noon on Wednesday 27^th May 2026.

Interview date

Interviews will take place on 10^th, 11^th & 12^th June 2026.