Location
London
Hours
Full Time - 37 hours per week
Salary
£37,720 per annum
About the Role
The Directorate of Judicial Engagement Policy (DJEP) was established to enhance the Ministry of Defence's ability to respond to the complex politico-legal environment surrounding military operations. This Fixed-term Appointment as a Disclosure Case Manager within the Disclosure Coordination Unit involves managing and developing disclosure activities for the Independent Inquiry Afghanistan (IIA). You will be responsible for identifying resourcing needs, managing demanding Rule 9 requests and deadlines, and engaging with key stakeholders including the Royal Military Police (RMP) as Core Participants. The role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively through others, including line management of an EO Assistant Case Manager and oversight of paralegals.
Depending on capacity, you may also work on Northern Ireland Claims and/or Inquests, which may involve occasional travel. Due to the nature of the work and inquiry deadlines, some late working may be required, with time off in lieu offered. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to high-profile, complex military operations investigations and litigation, supporting fair and open justice for the MOD and its personnel.
Experience
- Experience collaborating with other government departments on litigation disclosure activities.
- Familiarity with litigation support concepts.
- Comfortable working in complex and changing environments.
About you
- Motivated and collaborative individual.
- Comfortable working with ambiguity and multiple stakeholders.
- Confident communicator and relationship-builder.
- Proactive, curious, and willing to learn.
- Familiar with security principles for operating highly classified systems, especially regarding record redaction and disclosure.
- Able to manage sensitive material with consistency and discretion.
Qualifications
- Minimum of Developed Vetting (DV) clearance is required.
- British nationality is required; dual nationality is not an automatic bar.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet inquiry and court deadlines.
