The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) is seeking to appoint a number of outstanding leaders to the role of Procurator Fiscal. These newly revised senior positions are central to delivering our Strategic Plan 2023–27 and represent a unique opportunity to shape the future of prosecution in Scotland.

As Procurator Fiscal, you will be responsible for the leadership and performance of one of COPFS’s key business areas. You will be a visible and engaged leader, accountable for the quality of legal decision-making within your teams and for driving continuous improvement across your function. You will play a vital role in the corporate leadership of COPFS, contributing to the delivery of our strategic aims and ensuring that our services are fair, effective, and responsive to the needs of the public.

You will be expected to build and maintain the confidence of senior criminal justice partners and other key stakeholders, acting as a trusted and influential representative of COPFS. You will champion an inclusive and trauma-informed culture, embedding diversity, equality, and fairness across all aspects of our work. You will also promote a collaborative and learning-focused environment, empowering staff to make accountable decisions and supporting their development through purposeful performance assessment.
To be considered, you must be a solicitor or advocate qualified to practise in Scotland, holding a practising certificate free from any conditions that would be inconsistent with the role. You will bring extensive experience in public prosecution, along with a proven ability to lead in complex and high-pressure environments. You will be a confident and values-driven leader, capable of setting direction, making sound decisions, and delivering results in the face of challenge and change.

You will also demonstrate the ability to build trusted relationships across a wide stakeholder landscape, acting with integrity, empathy, and professionalism. Your commitment to high-quality public service will be evident in your approach to identifying and addressing underperformance, and in your dedication to continuous improvement and innovation.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join the COPFS Senior Leadership Team and make a lasting impact on the justice system in Scotland. If you are ready to lead with purpose and help shape the future of prosecution, we encourage you to apply.
Additional Information:

This role is one of our Senior Civil Service (SCS) Directors in Pay Band 1.

Please see the candidate pack for more information on the role job details and assessment guide, this can be downloaded from our Current Vacancies page on our website: Careers | COPFS.

The starting salary is from £90,718 (full time). A contributory pension scheme is in operation, with employees’ contributions of 7.35% and employers’ contributions of 28.97%
Location will be dependant on the role allocated. Those appointed to a Sheriffdom role will be required to be based out of an office within that Sheriffdom and spend a significant portion of their time working in the office(s) where their teams are based.. For location-neutral posts there will be more flexibility.

The role holder will also be required to regularly travel to Edinburgh, Glasgow and other COPFS offices

Location will be dependant on the role allocated. Those appointed to a Sheriffdom role will be required to be based out of an office within that Sheriffdom. For location-neutral posts there will be more flexibility.
The role holder will be expected to spend a significant portion of their time working in the office(s) where their teams are based.

For further details on this role and how to apply please review the application pack on our website or email recruitment@COPFS.gov.uk. Alternatively, please contact John Logue (Crown Agent and Chief Executive) at PSCA-CE@copfs.gov.uk for any questions relating to the role.
Benefits:

We offer an excellent range of benefits which include:

• 25 days paid holiday + 11.5 public and privilege holidays (rising to 30 days paid holiday after 4 years).
• Generous Civil Service Pension employer contribution, on average over 28.97% of your pay
• Flexible working hours and family friendly approach to work.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loans.
• Employee Wellbeing Support with Mental Health First Aiders and access to an Employee Assistance Programme