Criminal Solicitor

ENL Legal Recruitment; Guildford; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

ENL Legal Recruitment seeks a Criminal Lawyer in Guildford with 2+ years PQE. You will manage a varied caseload and develop specialist prosecution expertise, with a supportive environment offering comprehensive training and clear career progression.

The role provides exposure to complex matters, strong advocacy, and a path toward a specialist Prosecutions role within a respected organisation. Applications welcome from Solicitors and Barristers qualified in England and Wales.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' PQE in Criminal Law
• Strong advocacy and case preparation required
• Commitment to justice and public service

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied criminal caseload and develop specialist prosecution expertise.
• Provide robust advocacy in criminal matters and maintain high professional standards.
• Contribute to the delivery of justice through thorough case preparation and meticulous work

Skills

Advocacy

Case preparation

Analytical skills

Education

Qualified to practise in England and Wales

Job description

Criminal Lawyer, 2+ Years’ PQE, Guildford, £61,750 - £71,400. An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Criminal Lawyer looking for a fresh challenge and the opportunity to transition into a specialist Prosecutions role. Offering comprehensive training, ongoing professional development and clear career progression, this is an ideal opportunity to build a rewarding career within a respected organisation. Job Ref: 5048

THE ROLE:

The appointed Criminal Lawyer will manage a varied caseload, developing specialist expertise in the prosecution of complex criminal matters and working on cases that make a meaningful contribution to the delivery of justice. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced criminal practitioner to develop their career within a specialist Prosecutions environment. You will benefit from comprehensive training and ongoing professional support, together with exposure to a broad range of challenging and varied matters.

THE CANDIDATE:

Applications are welcomed from Solicitors and Barristers qualified to practise in England and Wales with a minimum of 2 years' PQE in Criminal Law, gained in either defence or prosecution. You will possess strong advocacy, case preparation and analytical skills, together with a commitment to justice and public service.

THE ORGANISATION:

This respected organisation offers a supportive working environment, structured career development programmes and comprehensive training. The role provides an ideal opportunity for an experienced Criminal Lawyer seeking a new direction, with ongoing professional support and clear opportunities to develop and progress.

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