Criminal Defence Solicitor

Clayton Legal; Euston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning law firm in London seeks a motivated NQ Criminal Solicitor. This role offers the opportunity to train under a prestigious criminal law team, gain substantial magistrates' court experience, and handle high-profile cases. The ideal candidate is a newly qualified solicitor with ambition to specialise in criminal law, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a structured environment. The firm is committed to professional development, offering an ideal setting for career growth.

Benefits

Opportunity for professional development

Exposure to high-profile cases

Mentoring under experienced solicitors

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of prior experience in training or support roles preferred.
• Motivated to develop a strong court presence.
• Committed to professional growth in a structured law firm.
• Ability to manage complex caseloads under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Follow a Duty Solicitor pathway.
• Gain substantial magistrates’ court experience.
• Handle high-profile criminal cases.

Skills

Ambition to specialise in criminal law

Proactive and driven personality

Excellent communication skills

Education

Newly qualified solicitor

Job description

NQ Criminal Solicitor | London
Award-winning, national and international criminal law practice

About the Firm

My client are an award-winning London law firm with over years of experience handling high-profile criminal cases. Recognised in Chambers UK, Legal , Super Lawyers UK, and The Times Best Law Firms 6, the firm offers trusted legal advice and expertise with both national and international reach.

The firm is committed to excellence and professional development, frequently sought for insights by leading legal publications and ranking directories. With a reputation for nurturing talent, it provides the ideal environment for ambitious solicitors to grow their careers in criminal law.

I’m looking for a newly qualified solicitor who is exceptionally motivated to follow a Duty Solicitor pathway. This is a rare opportunity for an NQ with a clear plan to specialise in court work and magistrates’ court representation.

Candidate

• Newly qualified solicitor with ambition to specialise in criminal law and become a duty solicitor
• Motivated, proactive, and driven to develop a strong court presence
• Experienced in criminal law (minimum 4 years prior experience in training or support roles preferred)
• Committed to professional growth and ready to thrive in a traditional, structured law firm environment
• Excellent communication skills, client-focused, and able to manage complex caseloads under pressure

Why Join

• Opportunity to train under one of London’s leading criminal law teams
• Gain substantial magistrates’ court experience and exposure to high-profile cases
• Structured professional development and mentoring
• Work in a prestigious, award-winning firm recognised nationally and internationally