Find out about careers at the Public Defender Service and see our current vacancies.
Putting people first
Play a vital role in the justice system and ensure continuous access to justice.
At the Public Defender Service, you will defend people from all walks of life who qualify for criminal legal aid, and ensure they receive the first class defence their case deserves.
Civil Service benefits
- 25 days of annual holiday (rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service)
- pension schemes of up to 20% of your salary
- childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, travel loans and other benefits
We welcome people from all backgrounds
We are committed to diversity and inclusion and we positively promote flexible working, including job shares.
We will consider all applications on merit regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, religion, ethnicity, preferred working pattern and except for exceptional circumstances your working location.
As a Disability Confident organisation, we will offer a guaranteed interview to candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria for this role.
Under the Equality Act 2010, a disability is defined as a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities which has lasted, or is expected to last, at least 12 months.
If you would like to be considered under the guaranteed interview, please ensure that you attach the Disability Confident Scheme Form when you return your application. You can use the same form to let the recruiting manager know of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the sift or later selection processes.
Current Vacancies
Solicitor, Swansea
We are looking for exceptional, enthusiastic, and dedicated lawyers to join our team. Ideally, you’ll have experience of representing people accused or convicted of crimes at police stations or court. You will understand the complex needs of people caught up in the justice system and be dedicated to working with them compassionately and respectfully.
For more details or to discuss any other roles, please contact us at pds.businessteam@justice.gov.uk. To apply click here.