Job Description:

Criminal Solicitor Vacancy

London 

An established legal practice is looking for a proactive and experienced Solicitor with experience managing complex criminal cases.

Police Station Accreditation is desirable, and the successful candidate must be willing to attend police stations outside normal working hours on occasion. Duty Solicitor qualification is also desirable, although candidates willing to work towards this within the first 12 months will be considered.

The role is based in London, with hybrid working available following successful completion of the training period.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Meeting and interviewing clients, advising on criminal law and taking instructions.

• Managing a caseload of criminal defence matters, from the police station through to trial.

• Drafting applications, legal documents and correspondence.

• Preparing client proofs of evidence and responses to prosecution witness statements.

• Representing clients in court.

• Instructing barristers or specialist advocates for Crown Court hearings.

• Attending police stations to advise clients where required.

• Travelling locally and across the wider area to represent clients.

• Supervising and delegating work to trainees, paralegals and legal secretaries where appropriate.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues across the criminal defence department and wider firm.

Person Specification

• Duty Solicitor qualification, or willingness to undertake the relevant Magistrates’ Court qualification within the first 12 months.

• Police Station Accreditation desirable.

• Commercially minded, proactive and self-motivated.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and client care skills.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage a busy caseload in a high-pressure environment.

• Commitment to criminal defence work.

• Confidence in developing professional relationships with court staff, counsel and the Crown Prosecution Service.

• Flexible, resilient and able to manage changing priorities.

• Willingness to contribute to business development and support colleagues across departments.

Salary and Benefits

Salary: £55,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Clear career progression opportunities.

• Flexible working options, including compressed working patterns.

• Hybrid working.

• 21 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service to up to 30 days.

• Option to buy additional annual leave.

• Private medical healthcare, with optional optical and dental cover.

• Discretionary and performance-related bonuses.

Interested?

If you are interested in the role please apply or call Ellie on (phone number removed)