Criminal Defence Solicitor

eNL; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

eNL is recruiting a Criminal Defence Solicitor in Manchester with 3+ PQE to join a busy, established team. You will manage a varied caseload, provide clear legal advice, attend hearings and advocate on behalf of clients, while developing expertise across a range of criminal matters. The firm supports professional progression and a collaborative environment.

Applicants should be capable of working independently within a supportive team and delivering high-quality representation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' PQE and proven experience managing own criminal caseload.
• Strong knowledge of criminal law and procedure with excellent advocacy.
• Excellent client care, communication, and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own varied caseload, advising and representing clients throughout the criminal justice process.
• Prepare cases, provide clear and effective legal advice, 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

Teamwork

Attention to detail

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)

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.

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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.