Criminal Solicitor

ENL Legal; Swansea; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal firm in Swansea is seeking a Criminal Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years PQE to transition into a prosecutions role. The firm offers comprehensive training and development opportunities, enabling you to handle a varied caseload and work on impactful cases. Candidates must possess strong advocacy, analytical skills, and a passion for justice.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years PQE in criminal law, in either defence or prosecution.
• Proactive approach to learning and specialization in prosecutorial work.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong advocacy

Case preparation

Analytical skills

Confident communication

Job description

Overview

Criminal Solicitor, 2+ PQE, Swansea / Hybrid, £Competitive – 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 Solicitor to move into a Prosecutions role, with full training and development provided.

The Role

This is a unique chance for a Criminal Solicitor with a solid 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 opportunity for someone keen to take their career in a new and rewarding direction.

The Candidate

Applications are welcomed from Solicitors with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE in criminal law, whether gained in defence or prosecution, who are eager to broaden their skills and embrace a new challenge. 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 a clear pathway to progression, while receiving ongoing professional support.

To Apply

Contact Gemma Jones at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

Candidate Care

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Diversity and Inclusion

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.