Criminal Defence Solicitor

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Un cabinet d'avocats de premier plan au Royaume-Uni, spécialisé dans la défense pénale routière, recrute un Solicitor en défense pénale pour son bureau de Manchester. Ce rôle implique de gérer des affaires de droit routier, de fournir des conseils juridiques, et de participer à une assistance téléphonique hors des heures de bureau. L'entreprise offre un environnement de travail dynamique et des bénéfices compétitifs, y compris un soutien à la relocation si nécessaire.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Onsite gym

Free parking

Bonus scheme

Relocation support

Qualifications

• Minimum de 1 an d'expérience en droit routier ou similaire, gestion de cas personnel.
• Attitude proactive et axée sur le client.

Responsibilities

• Fournir des conseils juridiques et construire des défenses solides.
• Gérer votre propre cas et collaborer avec des avocats.
• Effectuer des recherches juridiques et se tenir à jour des lois.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Attention to detail

IT skills

Tools

Proclaim

Job description

Criminal Defence Solicitor
Location:Manchester (Hybrid post-probation)
Salary: Negotiable (based on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am - 5 pm (35 hours per week)

A leading UK law firm specialising in motoring criminal defence is seeking a Criminal Defence Solicitor for their Manchester office. The firm is well-regarded for its expertise in serious motoring offences, offering high-quality legal representation to private clients (no legal aid). The role involves focusing on motoring defence, serious civil litigation, and prosecutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice and build robust defences for clients.
• Manage your own caseload and liaise with barristers.
• Instruct external counsel for court hearings and collaborate on legal strategy.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on relevant laws.
• Participate in out-of-hours phone support on a rotational basis.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in motoring law or a similar field, handling your own caseload.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and IT skills.
• Experience with Proclaim or similar case management systems.
• A proactive, client-focused attitude with attention to detail.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, bonus scheme, private healthcare, onsite gym, free parking, and more.
• Relocation support (if applicable).

Apply to join this innovative, forward-thinking firm and advance your career in a specialised area of law.

Salary dep on experience