Procurator Fiscal Depute - Stranraer


Company:	Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service
Salary:	£62,111 to £77,439 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Stranraer
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	6 Nov 2026
Closing date:	22 Nov 2026

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Summary

Join Scotland's prosecution and deaths investigation service as a Procurator Fiscal Depute and play a vital role in delivering justice for victims, witnesses, bereaved nearest relatives and communities across Scotland.

This is a challenging, varied and rewarding legal role. You may work on anything from local summary prosecutions, deaths investigations to some of Scotland's most serious and complex criminal cases. No two cases are the same, and you will regularly be required to analyse complex information, make decisions in fast-paced environments and respond confidently to changing circumstances.

For those motivated by public service and looking for a legal career with genuine purpose, responsibility and impact, becoming a Procurator Fiscal Depute offers an exceptional opportunity to help deliver justice across Scotland.

Essential requirements

A solicitor or advocate qualified to practise in Scotland by the agreed start date. Eligible to hold a practising certificate free from restrictions incompatible with the duties of the role. Free from any conditions imposed by the Scottish Solicitors Discipline Tribunal or the Court that would prevent full performance of the role.

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