Crime Solicitor

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; Margate; Híbrido; GBP 32.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid working

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Birthday day off

Healthcare

Admin support

Firm laptop and mobile

Annual appraisals and salary reviews

Training and development

Cycle to Work Scheme

Descripción de la vacante

Law Staff Legal Recruitment's client is seeking a Crime Solicitor to join their dynamic team in the United Kingdom. The role offers hybrid working, a generous holiday entitlement, and a range of benefits.

You will manage a varied criminal caseload, provide advocacy in Magistrates' Court, and work with clients through the criminal justice process. The ideal candidate is a Qualified Solicitor with 1–3 years' PQE in criminal law, with strong advocacy and case management skills.

Formación

• Qualified solicitor with 1–3 years' PQE in criminal law.
• Strong knowledge of criminal law procedures and regulations.
• Experience independently managing a varied criminal caseload.

Responsabilidades

• Manage a caseload of criminal matters, including theft, assault, drug offences, and other criminal offences.
• Conduct legal research, analyse case law, and prepare legal arguments to support clients' cases.
• Provide clear and effective legal advice to clients throughout the criminal justice process.
• Represent clients in Magistrates' Court proceedings and advocate effectively on their behalf.
• Prepare and present cases, with a focus on achieving the best possible outcomes for clients.
• Liaise with clients, barristers, and other professionals to ensure effective case management.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and legal documentation.

Conocimientos

Criminal law

Advocacy

Case management

Legal research

Educación

Solicitor qualification

Descripción del empleo

Our Legal 500 and Chambers ranked client is seeking a Crime Solicitor to join their dynamic team. You will enjoy a range of benefits, including hybrid working, 28 days' holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas/New Year, a birthday day off, healthcare, administrative support, a firm-provided computer and mobile, annual appraisals and salary reviews, and many other great incentives.

Key responsibilities for this Crime Solicitor opportunity:

• Manage a caseload of criminal matters, including theft, assault, drug offences, and other criminal offences.
• Conduct legal research, analyse case law, and prepare legal arguments to support clients' cases.
• Provide clear and effective legal advice to clients throughout the criminal justice process.
• Represent clients in Magistrates' Court proceedings and advocate effectively on their behalf.
• Prepare and present cases, with a focus on achieving the best possible outcomes for clients.
• Liaise with clients, barristers, and other professionals to ensure effective case management.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and legal documentation.

Requirements for this Crime Solicitor role:

• Qualified Solicitor with 1–3 years' PQE in criminal law.
• Strong knowledge of criminal law, procedures, and regulations.
• Experience independently managing a varied criminal caseload.
• Strong advocacy, negotiation, and case management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Committed to delivering high-quality client service and achieving positive outcomes.

Benefits for this Crime Solicitor vacancy:

• Your birthday off
• Profit sharing through bonuses
• Pension Scheme with employer contribution.
• Health Care
• Admin support.
• Firm laptop and mobile phone
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Training and development.
• Supportive supervision from mentors.
• Appraisals and salary reviews.
• Summer and Christmas parties
• Additional perks and benefits.

The Firm:

With a rich history spanning two decades, the Firm is acknowledged in the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners rankings and recognised in the Times Best Law Firms for 2023, 2024 and 2025. With a dedicated team of over 200 staff and offices nationwide, the Firm is committed to servicing clients in both privately and publicly funded legal matters. It builds partnerships based on trust, ensuring clients receive the support they need during challenging times, with an ethos of continuous improvement