Criminal Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A Yorkshire-based law firm is seeking an experienced Criminal Solicitor to build and lead a new department. The firm offers flexible working arrangements and strong support, including operational assistance and a culture focused on innovation. The ideal candidate will possess robust Criminal Defence experience and a drive for business development. This is a unique opportunity to shape a new service line within a collaborative environment, with long-term progression to partnership available.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Autonomy in department creation

Supportive leadership team

Partnership potential

Qualifications

• Solid experience in Criminal Defence.
• Interest in firm's expansion into new practice areas.
• Duty Solicitor status is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Create and lead a Criminal Law department.
• Focus on casework and departmental growth.
• Develop and innovate practice areas.

Skills

Criminal Defence experience

Advocacy skills

Case management

Business development

Team leadership

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Are you an experienced Criminal Solicitor looking for the opportunity to build and lead your own department within a supportive, forward-thinking firm?

A well-established and growing Yorkshire-based law firm is undertaking a strategic recruitment drive. Although the firm does not currently provide criminal defence services, it is keen to expand into this area, whether through an ambitious solicitor with a clear vision or an established team seeking a new base.

This role can be based in Huddersfield or Leeds, with part-time, flexible and hybrid working options available for the right candidate.

This is a rare opportunity to create and lead a Criminal Law department within a respected multi-office firm. You will benefit from a strong existing infrastructure, an excellent reputation across other practice areas including Family, Private Client and Property, and a leadership team that welcomes innovation and growth. Full operational and administrative support will be provided, allowing you to focus on casework and developing the department. This role would suit someone with the drive and ambition to shape and grow a new service line.

Requirements include:

• A qualified Solicitor with solid experience in Criminal Defence, ideally with a background in advocacy, case management and business development
• Individuals or small teams looking for a platform to develop and succeed
• A genuine interest in playing a key role in the firm's expansion into new practice areas
• Duty Solicitor status and experience with Legal Aid Agency processes would be highly advantageous

Why join?

• A collaborative and progressive firm with a strong people-first culture
• Flexible working arrangements, including part-time and hybrid options
• Autonomy to shape the department, supported by an engaged and encouraging leadership team
• Clear long-term progression, with partnership potential

To find out more or to have a confidential discussion, please apply via the link or contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment.