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Judges wanted

22 June 2018
Issue: 7798 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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The search is on for new employment judges.

The Judicial Appointments Commission has been asked to find 54 candidates for the post of salaried judge of the employment tribunal. The salary is £108,171 and the closing date is 1pm on 2 July 2018. Previous judicial experience is not required. Candidates must, however, have five years post qualification experience as a solicitor, barrister, advocate, CILEx fellow or solicitor of the Supreme Court of Northern Ireland. Part-time working may be accommodated.

Issue: 7798 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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