The Government Legal Department is unlike any private practice in the country. Our work touches almost every facet of UK public life. We provide legal advice to the full range of government departments on nation-changing subjects – from healthcare and national security to the environment and the economy.

Your career here will be more diverse than you ever imagined. Whatever level you join us at, you can look forward to unique high-profile work, outstanding career development and the satisfaction that comes from a far-reaching role in the life of a nation.

As the government’s principal legal advisors our expertise supports the development, design and implementation of government policies and decisions. We advise on matters that are frequently scrutinised in Parliament and the media.

Our teams are involved in everything from regulation and litigation to advice on procurement and drafting legislation. We also represent the government in court.