Criminal Solicitor

ENL Legal Recruitment; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ENL Legal Recruitment is seeking a Criminal Lawyer with 2+ PQE in criminal law for a role in Stoke-on-Trent. The position offers training to transition into prosecutions and a platform to develop specialist expertise within a supportive environment.

Applicants should be Solicitors or Barristers qualified in England & Wales, with a track record in criminal advocacy. The firm emphasises professional development and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Applications welcomed from Solicitors and Barristers qualified to practice within England & Wales, with at least two years’ PQE in criminal law.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and develop expertise in prosecution of complex criminal matters.
• Strong advocacy, case preparation and analytical skills, with commitment to justice and public service.
• This role offers structured career development and full training.

Responsibilities

• Advocate in criminal matters with exposure to prosecutions.
• Manage and progress a varied caseload with guidance and support.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver outcomes.

Skills

Advocacy

Case preparation

Analytical skills

Job description

Criminal Lawyer, 2+ PQE, Stoke-on-Trent, £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.

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.

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