Criminal Solicitor

ENL Legal Recruitment; Swansea; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent legal recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Criminal Solicitor for their Swansea office. This role offers a salary of up to £61,650 depending on experience. The successful candidate will have a minimum of two years PQE in criminal law and will handle a diverse caseload while receiving comprehensive training. Strong advocacy and analytical skills are essential, along with a proactive approach to career development. This opportunity provides a supportive team environment focused on professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years PQE in criminal law.
• Commitment to justice and public service.
• Ambition to develop specialist expertise as a prosecutor.

Responsibilities

• Handle a diverse caseload of criminal cases.
• Build expertise in prosecuting complex matters.
• Engage in structured career development and training.

Skills

Strong advocacy

Case preparation

Analytical skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Proactive learning

Education

Solicitor or Barrister qualified to practice in England & Wales

Job description

CRIMINAL SOLICITOR, 2+ PQE, SWANSEA, SALARY UP TO £54,080 - £61,650 (DOE). An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Criminal Solicitor seeking a change of direction into Prosecutions. Full training and ongoing professional development will be provided.

JOB REF: 215302428

The successful candidate will be a Solicitor or Barrister qualified to practice within England & Wales, with at least two years’ PQE in criminal law.

Key responsibilities and opportunities include:

• You will handle a diverse caseload, gaining exposure to a broad range of criminal cases and build expertise in prosecuting complex matters.
• This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded organisation offering structured career development, excellent training, and a collaborative team environment. Comprehensive training is provided, making this an ideal role for someone looking to take their career in a new direction.
• Strong advocacy, case preparation, and analytical skills are essential, together with a genuine commitment to justice and public service.
• You will demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, together with a proactive approach to learning and a clear ambition to develop specialist expertise as a prosecutor.

To apply contact Kaye Thumpston on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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