Vacancies & Training Opportunities
Current Vacancies
Sexual Violence Lawyer*
Salary: £50,000 (per annum)
Contract details: Fixed term to March 2026 with possibility of extension, full or part-time considered (minimum 3 days / 21 hours per week)
Location: Hybrid working involving home and weekly office-based working in Bethnal Green
Deadline: 9am on Tuesday 27 May 2025
Do you want to be at the forefront of national reforms improving access to justice for sexual violence survivors?
Women and Girls Network (WGN) and Centre for Women’s Justice (CWJ) are seeking a motivated and experienced lawyer with feminist values who will lead on this ground-breaking work.
The successful applicant will work as part of WGN, supporting survivors of sexual violence to access high quality legal advice relating to their rights as survivors of sexual violence within the criminal justice system, challenging unjust decision-making and disproportionate data requests that violate privacy rights, and increasing the legal awareness of WGN team members by developing and delivering training.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in criminal law or civil cases against public authorities, with a strong understanding of the impact of sexual and domestic violence. They will be self-motivated, highly organised, and capable of communicating complex legal matters clearly to diverse audiences. The candidate will also have a commitment to feminist principles and the values of WGN and CWJ, along with a deep dedication to challenging discrimination and supporting those affected by violence against women and children.
Sexual Violence Paralegal*
Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 (per annum)
Contract details: Fixed term to March 2026 with possibility of extension, 35 hours per week (full-time)
Location: Hybrid working involving home and weekly office-based working in Bethnal Green
Deadline: 9am on Tuesday 27 May 2025
Do you want to be at the forefront of national reforms improving access to justice for sexual violence survivors?
Women and Girls Network (WGN) and Centre for Women’s Justice (CWJ) are seeking a committed paralegal with feminist values to join its Legal Team and play a part in this ground-breaking new work.
The successful applicant will work as part of WGN, supporting survivors of sexual violence to access high quality legal advice relating to their rights as survivors of sexual violence within the criminal justice system.
WGN are seeking a motivated and empathetic Sexual Violence Paralegal to join their Sexual Violence Legal Team and support the delivery of the pioneering Sexual Violence Legal Pilot. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, survivor-centred legal service committed to improving access to justice for those affected by sexual violence.
As a key member of the legal team, you will assist lawyers with casework, support client care, and ensure the smooth operation of the legal advice service. Your role will be integral to ensuring survivors receive high-quality, compassionate, and informed legal support.
*Female applicants only, the above posts are exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1