Crime Lawyer

Law Staff Legal Recruitment Ltd; Longstanton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency in Longstanton is seeking a Newly Qualified Crime Lawyer to join their growing team. The role offers a competitive salary, training from experienced lawyers, and benefits such as holidays and a pension scheme. Ideal candidates will have a strong academic background, excellent communication skills, and enthusiasm for learning. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to excel in their legal career.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Holiday

Pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Structured training

Career development

Qualifications

• Recently qualified Crime Lawyer, Crime Duty Lawyer, or Police Station Representative (NQ – 20 years PQE).
• Experience in criminal defence work.
• Enthusiasm for learning.

Responsibilities

• Handling a varied caseload under supervision, or no supervision.
• Representing clients at police stations, magistrates’ and Crown courts.
• Providing excellent client care and building long-term relationships.

Skills

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Strong advocacy

Client care

Education

Strong academic background

Duty accreditation

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.