Criminal Solicitor

Executive Network Legal Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm in Birmingham seeks a Criminal Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE in criminal law for a specialist prosecutions role. The position includes handling a dynamic caseload and offers full training and structured career development. Ideal candidates are confident communicators with strong advocacy and analytical skills, eager to advance in a collaborative, impactful legal environment. This role promises significant career progression and a chance to make a difference in the community.

Benefits

Structured career development

Excellent training

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• At least two years’ PQE in criminal law.
• Proactive approach to learning.
• Desire to specialize in prosecutorial work.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied and stimulating caseload.
• Develop expertise in prosecuting complex matters.
• Work on cases that make a real impact.

Skills

Strong advocacy

Case preparation

Analytical skills

Confident communicator

Education

Solicitor or Barrister qualified to practice in England & Wales

Job description

Criminal Solicitor, 2+ PQE, Birmingham, Salary up to £54,080–61,650 (DOE)

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge and a change of direction in your criminal law career? An exceptional opportunity is on offer for a talented Criminal Lawyer to move into a Prosecutions role, with full training and development provided.

THE ROLE:

This is a rare opportunity for a Solicitor with an established background in criminal law to transition into a specialist prosecutions role. You will be handling a varied and stimulating caseload, developing expertise in prosecuting complex matters, and working on cases that make a real impact. Full, structured training will be provided, making this an excellent chance for someone keen to take their career in a new and rewarding direction.

THE CANDIDATE:

Applications are welcomed from Solicitors and Barristers qualified to practice within England & Wales, with at least two years’ PQE in criminal law. Strong advocacy, case preparation, and analytical skills are essential, alongside a passion for justice and public service. You will be a confident communicator with a proactive approach to learning and a desire to become a specialist in prosecutorial work.

THE ORGANISATION:

Join a highly regarded organisation offering structured career development, excellent training, and a collaborative team environment. You will gain exposure to a broad range of cases and benefit from clear pathways to progression, while receiving ongoing professional support.

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