Legal Advisors - British Army

UK-qualified Solicitors, Barristers & Advocates to work in the UK and overseas 

Why just be a lawyer when you can also be a leader? 

As a legal professional in the Army Legal Services, you’ll find there’s no other job like it in the world. Starting at the rank of Captain, you’ll join a team of Army Lawyers and gain career and life experiences that most of your friends can only dream of. 

The Army offers a future that will not only challenge you intellectually, but physically and mentally too. You’ll receive a unique combination of legal training and practical experience you simply can’t get anywhere else - not to mention exceptional job satisfaction in one of the most interesting and stimulating legal environments to be found.. 

You’ll be part of a global operation involved in the provision of legal advice, prosecution services, guidance and training on all aspects of military law including operational law/the Law of Armed Conflict. Army Legal Services offer a range of high-profile work in the UK and you could travel, deployed as a legal officer on operations. 

The Army is looking for exceptional people to fill these challenging posts. You might be newly qualified, or already have several years legal experience. What’s important is having the right personal attributes: physically fitness, mental courage, leadership qualities, resilience, strong moral values and selfless commitment. You’ll need an interest in the military as you’ll be joining the Army, serving your country, in this specialist position.. 

As a qualified solicitor, barrister or advocate qualified in England and Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, you’ll have a relevant degree, (normally a 2:1 or above, or a equivalent GDL/CPE pass); a good LPC or BVC/BPTC pass; and suitable references. 

We offer an attractive salary starting at £37,915 for a Captain with a great benefits package - sport, adventure training, generous leave entitlement, medical and dental treatment and index-linked pension, So why not get out from behind the desk and find out what being an Army Lawyer could mean for you. 

Please note - Candidates are requested to supply a covering letter as part of the application process.