Crime Lawyer

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected legal recruitment firm is seeking newly qualified Crime Lawyers to join their supportive team in London. This entry-level position offers competitive salaries, training, and career development opportunities. Ideal candidates will have a strong academic background and good communication skills. This is a great chance to kickstart your legal career in a growing firm.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Training and mentoring

Holiday and pension benefits

Healthcare plan

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Recently qualified Crime Lawyer, Crime Duty Lawyer, or Police Station Representative.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills required.
• Experience in criminal defence work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handling a varied caseload under supervision.
• Representing clients at police stations and courts.
• Providing excellent client care.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Advocacy

Client care

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

Overview

Crime Lawyer - Our client is seeking Newly Qualified Lawyers, including Crime Duty Lawyers and Police Station representatives, to join their supportive and growing team. This is a fantastic first step in your legal career with competitive salaries, generous holidays, a pension scheme, healthcare benefits, structured training, and clear progression routes.

The Role

• Handling a varied caseload under supervision, or no supervision.
• Representing clients at police stations, magistrates’ and Crown courts.
• Gaining hands-on experience across specialist criminal areas.
• Providing excellent client care and building long-term relationships.

What’s on Offer for a crime lawyer

• Competitive starting salary.
• Training and mentoring from experienced crime lawyers.
• Holiday, pension, health plan, and career development.

About You

• Recently qualified Crime Lawyer, Crime Duty Lawyer, or Police Station Representative (NQ – 20 years PQE).
• Strong academic background and enthusiasm for learning.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Duty accreditation, if possible.
• Experience in criminal defence work.
• Strong advocacy, client care, and communication skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed Crime Lawyer looking to make a meaningful impact within a respected and growing team.

If you're a Crime Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Marcus at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37383.

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