Criminal Defence Solicitor

Executive Network Legal Limited; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Network Legal Limited in Manchester seeks an experienced Criminal Defence Solicitor with 3+ years' PQE to join a busy team. You will manage a varied criminal defence caseload, advise and represent clients through the justice process, and undertake advocacy at hearings.

The firm offers quality work, a supportive culture, and clear career progression. You will work on a wide range of criminal matters, developing expertise while ensuring excellent client care and strong communication with

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' PQE in criminal defence.
• Strong knowledge of criminal law and procedure.
• Ability to manage own caseload and perform advocacy.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own varied caseload in criminal defence.
• Advise and represent clients throughout the criminal justice process.
• Prepare cases, attend hearings and undertake advocacy.
• Develop expertise across a broad range of criminal matters within a supportive team.

Skills

Advocacy

Case management

Client care

Communication skills

Job description

Criminal Defence Solicitor / 3+ PQE / Manchester / c£50,000 DOE / An excellent opportunity for an experienced Criminal Defence Solicitor to join an established team offering quality work and genuine career progression -

JOB TITLE: Criminal Defence Solicitor

PQE REQUIRED:3+

LOCATION: Manchester

SALARY: Up to £50,000 (DOE)

THE ROLE:

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Criminal Defence Solicitor to join an established and busy criminal defence team in Manchester. You will manage your own varied caseload, advising and representing clients throughout the criminal justice process. The role will involve preparing cases, providing clear and effective legal advice, attending hearings and undertaking advocacy, with the opportunity to develop your expertise across a broad range of criminal matters. You will work alongside experienced colleagues within a supportive and professional environment.

THE CANDIDATE:

Applications are sought from Criminal Defence Solicitors with a minimum of 3 years' PQE and proven experience managing their own criminal caseload. You will have strong technical knowledge of criminal law and procedure, together with excellent advocacy, case management and client care skills. The successful candidate will be confident handling matters independently, able to manage a busy workload and committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients. Strong communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are essential.

THE FIRM:

This opportunity is with a well established criminal defence practice with a strong reputation for providing dedicated and high quality representation to its clients. The firm offers a supportive and collaborative environment, with an experienced team and opportunities for continued professional development. This is an excellent opportunity for a Criminal Defence Solicitor looking to build on their experience and progress their career within a respected Manchester practice.

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.