Crime & Regulatory Solicitor

Anakin Seal Legal Recruitment; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Manchester seeks a Criminal Solicitor to join its dynamic criminal law team. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex cases, provide critical legal advice, and advocate for clients in sensitive situations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to client care and have at least 3 years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Comprehensive benefits package

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Clear pathway for career progression

Supportive and collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience in criminal law.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Experience in advocacy, advisory, and case preparation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of criminal law matters.
• Conduct advocacy and provide expert advice.
• Represent clients in court as necessary.

Skills

Decision-making

Legal judgment

Communication

Case management

Client care

Job description

On behalf of a highly respected, full-service law firm based in Manchester, we are delighted to be instructed to recruit a Criminal Solicitor to join their established and dynamic criminal law and regulatory team.

Role Overview
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor to play a pivotal role within a firm renowned for its client-focused approach and longstanding commitment to legal excellence. The position involves managing a varied caseload of criminal law matters, conducting advocacy, providing expert advice, and representing clients in sensitive situations. The role requires flexibility to attend court as necessary and offers exposure to high-quality, often complex work.

Candidate Profile / Experience Needed
We are seeking applications from solicitors with a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in criminal law.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Broad-based experience in criminal law, including advisory, advocacy, and case preparation.
• Strong decision-making abilities and sound legal judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple matters with confidence.
• A commitment to delivering outstanding client care.

This role would particularly suit an ambitious individual eager to contribute to a supportive team whilst advancing their career in criminal law.

What’s on Offer?
In return, the firm offers:

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package
• A genuinely friendly, supportive, and collaborative team culture.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• A clear pathway for career progression within a respected and expanding legal practice.

This is a fantastic chance to join a firm that places a strong emphasis on professional integrity, teamwork, and client care.

Apply Now
If you’re a dedicated Criminal Solicitor seeking your next challenge within a progressive and highly regarded firm, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply by submitting your CV.