Criminal Defence Solicitor

Wilson Mannion Legal Recruitment; Nuneaton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment agency is searching for a Senior Criminal Defence Solicitor in Nuneaton, England. This role offers full or part-time options with the potential for leadership and autonomy. Ideal candidates will hold LAA Supervisor status and a duty slot, and be confident in managing cases from police station to Crown Court. The position provides competitive compensation between £50,000 to £60,000 plus bonuses. This opportunity is perfect for those looking to grow and make an impact in a progressive firm.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Bonus structure based on performance

Support for client acquisition

Qualifications

• Must have LAA Supervisor status.
• Duty-qualified with an active slot is essential.
• Confident in handling a range of criminal matters.

Responsibilities

• Shape and lead the criminal department.
• Recruit and mentor new team members.
• Manage a diverse caseload effectively.

Skills

LAA Supervisor status

Duty qualification

Experience in handling matters from police station to Crown Court

Education

Qualified Criminal Solicitor

Job description

Criminal Defence Solicitor – Duty Qualified / LAA Supervisor

Full or Part-time

Feeling undervalued? Tired of fighting for scraps in a stagnant department with no room to grow?

If you're a criminal defence solicitor with LAA Supervisor status, a duty slot, and the ambition to do more than just bill hours, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

This is a Senior Criminal Defence Solicitor role with real weight behind it. You’ll have the autonomy to shape the department, lead from the front, and build something of your own. This role is highly likely to develop into an office head of department if you desire.

Why this role?

• Clear path to leadership – no politics, no glass ceiling.
• Backed by the business – marketing support, cross-referrals, and serious investment to grow the department.
• Build your own team – recruit, mentor, and lead the next generation.
• Make it yours – real autonomy in how you run your caseload and grow the practice.
• £50,000 - £60,000 + bonus – 10% above 3x salary + performance based reviews
• Hybrid – 1 day from home
• Full or part-time options

Let’s be honest...

You might be stuck in a firm where the criminal department is an afterthought. Or maybe you’ve outgrown your current role and are itching for a bigger challenge. Maybe you’ve built up a small following and want a platform to expand on it.

Whatever your reason, this firm will give you the tools, the team, and the freedom to make your move count.

What we’re looking for:

• A qualified Criminal Solicitor with LAA Supervisor status
• Duty-qualified with an active slot
• Someone confident handling a full range of matters from police station to Crown Court
• Ideally, you’ll bring some of your own clients with you – but if not, we’ll help you build that pipeline fast
• A long-term mindset, someone who wants to lead, grow, and make an impact

The firm is progressive, well-resourced, and serious about growing its crime department. They’re not looking for someone to join the team. They’re looking for someone to build it.

Click apply now or contact James @ Wilson Mannion Recruitment for a confidential chat.

If this Criminal Defence Solicitor role isn’t quite what you’re after but you’re open to new opportunities, let’s talk.

Criminal Defence Solicitor • Nuneaton, England, United Kingdom