Crime Solicitor

Looking to take the next step in your criminal law career with a Legal 500 firm offering a competitive salary, generous annual leave with birthday leave, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, pension, life assurance, wellbeing support, season ticket loan, and more? This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded team working on serious and high-profile criminal matters in Central London.

About the Firm:

• Legal 500 recognised firm with a strong reputation in criminal defence and social justice work
• Known for handling complex and high-profile cases nationwide
• Committed to providing exceptional representation to clients from all backgrounds
• Supportive and collaborative culture with strong emphasis on development and progression

Crime Solicitor — Position Overview:

You will manage a varied and challenging caseload of serious criminal matters, representing clients at all stages of proceedings while delivering high-quality legal advice and advocacy.

Key Responsibilities of the Crime Solicitor:

• Managing a caseload of serious criminal matters
• Conducting advocacy in both Magistrates’ and Crown Courts
• Advising clients throughout the legal process
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Supporting and mentoring junior solicitors and trainees
• Working collaboratively within a busy and dynamic team

Requirements of the Crime Solicitor:

• Qualified Solicitor with 4–5 years’ PQE in criminal law
• Strong experience handling serious criminal cases
• Excellent advocacy, communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload effectively
• Commitment to social justice and client care
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Police Station Accreditation and Duty Solicitor status desirable

The Benefits for the Crime Solicitor role:

• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave (22–27 days) plus Christmas shutdown and birthday leave
• Additional paid leave for volunteering, moving house and study
• Pension scheme with employer contribution
• Life assurance and Group Income Protection
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Wellbeing support including EAP and Mental Health Champions
• Cycle to Work scheme and season ticket loan
• Employee referral bonus scheme
• Discounted legal services and benefits portal (gym, medical, retail discounts)
• Eye care contributions
• Complimentary office fruit and on-site social facilities
• And more

If you are a Crime Solicitor looking to join a progressive and highly regarded Legal 500 firm, apply today.
Alternatively, contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference BH-37693

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