Criminal Litigation Solicitor

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local authority in Greater Manchester seeks a Criminal Litigation Solicitor for a 3-month contract. The role involves managing a variety of criminal cases, client representation, and legal preparation. This position offers competitive pay rates and the potential for flexibility in working hours, perfect for professionals seeking a rewarding challenge.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Flexible Hours

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and own vehicle preferred.
• Ability to manage workload under pressure.
• Valid Practising Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of criminal matters.
• Represent clients in police station interviews.
• Prepare and advocate cases in Magistrates’ Courts.

Skills

Legal advocacy

Case management

Client representation

Legal drafting

Public speaking

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Service care solutions are currently working alongside a familiar local authority, based inGreater Manchester, which is seeking anCriminal Litigation Solicitorto join their team.

This role pays a competitive rate of:

PAYE (Inc.Hol) - £35.69 - £44.48 per hour
Umbrella - £40-£50 per hour

This role is on a 3-month contract with potential to extend
Responsibilities as a Criminal Litigation Solicitor:

• Manage a diverse caseload of criminal matters including theft, assault, drug offences, fraud, and public order offences.
• Represent clients during police station interviews (with out-of-hours availability, if required).
• Prepare and advocate cases in Magistrates’ Courts; instruct counsel for Crown Court trials.
• Draft legal documents, case summaries, and instructions to counsel.
• Advise clients on the strength of evidence and appropriate pleas.

About you as a Criminal Litigation Solicitor:

• Full UK driving licence and own vehicle (preferred for travel to courts/police stations).
• Ability to manage workload under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with a valid Practising Certificate.

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Flexible Hours

If thisCriminal Litigation Solicitorposition is right for you or someone you may know, don’t hesitate to get in touch withAanisahKhan via [e-mail] via phone on 01772208969

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.