Criminal Duty Solicitor

Pertemps; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned law firm in West Yorkshire is seeking a dedicated Criminal Duty Solicitor to join their expanding Crime Team. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year’s PQE in criminal matters and a strong interest in publicly funded legal work. Responsibilities include providing representation to clients in police stations and managing various criminal cases. This position offers a supportive working environment with opportunities for career development and a competitive salary up to £47,000 based on experience.

Benefits

Pension scheme

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Health Care

Dedicated administrative support

Firm-issued laptop

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive supervision from experienced mentors

A range of additional perks and benefits

Qualifications

• At least 1 year’s PQE in criminal matters is required.
• Strong interest in publicly funded legal work is preferred.
• Ability to manage a demanding caseload with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide representation to clients detained in police stations.
• Conduct advocacy in the Magistrates’ Court.
• Manage a varied caseload of criminal offences.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong advocacy skills

Strong IT proficiency

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Solicitor with at least 1 year’s PQE in criminal matters

Crime duty accreditation (preferred but not essential)

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Criminal Duty Solicitor / 1+ PQE / West Yorkshire / £47,000 (DOE) / A renowned firm is seeking a dedicated Duty Solicitor to join their expanding Crime Team – To apply please call Teagan on 0113 320 0575 and quote Job Ref: 2129

Job Title

Criminal Duty Solicitor

PQE Required

1+

Location

West Yorkshire

Salary

Up to £47,000 DOE

The Role

In this role, you will provide representation to clients detained in police stations and manage a varied caseload spanning the full spectrum of criminal offences. You will conduct advocacy in the Magistrates’ Court including summary trials and may appear in the Crown Court where Higher Rights are held. You will play a vital role in delivering consistently high quality representation to all clients while contributing to a positive, supportive and collaborative team environment.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a Solicitor with at least 1 year’s PQE in criminal matters and a strong interest in publicly funded legal work. Crime duty accreditation is preferred but not essential and successful applicants without accreditation will be supported to achieve it. You will bring excellent communication and advocacy skills, strong IT proficiency and confidence in using case management systems. A pragmatic, professional and positive approach is essential, along with the ability to manage a demanding caseload with minimal supervision. You will have strong attention to detail, the ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure, as well as the interpersonal skills needed to work effectively with clients and colleagues.

The Firm

This is your chance to join a positive and supportive working environment with exposure to industry specialists and genuine career development opportunities within an award‑winning firm.

Benefits

• Pension scheme
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Health Care
• Dedicated administrative support
• Firm‑issued laptop
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive supervision from experienced mentors
• A range of additional perks and benefits
• Plus much more…

How to Apply

Contact Teagan Portas at eNL on 0113 320 0575 / 0161 850 0745 or email [e-mail] with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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