Crime Lawyer

Law Staff Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment firm is seeking a Newly Qualified Crime Lawyer to join their supportive team in Greater London. This role offers competitive salaries, training from experienced professionals, and a chance to work across various criminal law areas. Ideal candidates should have a strong academic background, excellent communication skills, and experience in criminal defence. This is a great opportunity to progress in your legal career.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holidays

Pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Structured training

Clear progression routes

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Strong advocacy skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Client care

Education

Law degree

Job description

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.