Criminal Lawyer

eNL Legal Recruitment; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

eNL Legal Recruitment is seeking a Criminal Lawyer in Cambridge with 2+ PQE to move into a prosecutions-focused role. The position offers comprehensive training and a clear development pathway within a respected organisation.

Solicitors and Barristers qualified in England & Wales are invited to apply. You will handle a varied caseload, demonstrate strong advocacy and analytical skills, and contribute to public service through prosecutions.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England & Wales.
• Minimum 2 years PQE in criminal law, defence or prosecution.
• Strong advocacy, case preparation and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload in criminal matters with a prosecutions focus.
• Demonstrate strong advocacy, case preparation and analytical skills.

Skills

Advocacy

Criminal law

Analytical skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England & Wales

2+ PQE in criminal law

Job description

Criminal Lawyer, 2+ PQE, Cambridge, £55,975 - £63,500. Are you ready for a fresh challenge and a new direction in your career? This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious Criminal Lawyer to transition into a Prosecutions role, with comprehensive training and development provided – JOB REF: 215305074

OVERVIEW:

• Applications are welcomed from Solicitors and Barristers qualified to practice within England & Wales, with at least two years’ PQE in criminal law - in defence or prosecution.
• You will manage a varied caseload, developing expertise in the prosecution of complex criminal matters and working on cases to make a meaningful impact. The role offers exposure to a broad range of matters, clear pathways for progression, and ongoing professional support.
• You will demonstrate strong advocacy, case preparation, and analytical skills, a commitment to justice and public service, and the ambition to develop specialist technical expertise in prosecutions.
• This is a rare chance to join a respected organisation known for its structured career development programmes, and a supportive, collaborative culture. Full training will be provided, making it an excellent opportunity for those seeking a fresh and rewarding career direction.

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.