Criminal Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Criminal Defence Senior Associate with 4+ PQE for a hybrid role focusing on high-profile criminal matters. The ideal candidate will possess strong advocacy skills and case management experience. This firm values expertise and offers competitive salary, profit share scheme, and ample professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Profit Share Scheme

Career progression support

Flexible working policy

Generous annual leave

Qualifications

• 4+PQE in Criminal Defence required.
• Proven experience in Police Stations, Magistrates’, and Crown Court matters.
• Higher Rights of Audience highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Attend and represent at police stations.
• Advocate in Magistrates’ and Crown Courts.
• Prepare cases and develop strategies.
• Advise clients on various criminal offences.

Skills

Strong advocacy skills

Case management skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Criminal Defence Senior Associate - 4+PQE

Manchester – Hybrid

Full-time – Permanent

Are you an experienced Criminal Defence Solicitor, looking to join a well-established team and work on high-profile, complex Criminal Defence matters?

A leading Top200 Law Firm, recognised as one of the ‘Best Law Firms’ is going through an exciting stage of expansion and looking to welcome a seasoned Criminal Defence Solicitor into its high-performing team in Manchester.

Responsibilities

• Police station attendances and representation
• Magistrates’ Court and Crown Court advocacy
• Case preparation and strategy development
• Advising clients on a wide spectrum of criminal offences

This is a client-facing role requiring strong advocacy skills, strategic thinking and the ability to manage complex cases independently.

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with 4+PQE in Criminal Defence
• Proven experience across Police Stations, Magistrates’ and Crown Court matters
• Strong advocacy and case management skills
• Higher Rights of Audience is highly desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage competing priorities

In return, you can expect

• Competitive salary + Profit Share Scheme
• Flexible/ Hybrid working policy
• High-profile, high-quality work focus
• Genuine career progression + professional development support
• Generous annual leave
• Plus much more!

If you’re passionate about Criminal Law and looking to join a firm that values expertise and initiative, GET IN TOUCH!