Criminal Solicitor (Team Manager)

ENL Legal; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A public body is seeking a Criminal Solicitor (Team Manager) in Birmingham to oversee a team of solicitors. This non-case handling role demands extensive management experience, strong leadership skills, and effective communication capabilities. The position offers a chance for senior professionals to step into a meaningful management role within criminal law.

Qualifications

• Extensive management experience in criminal law.
• Ability to handle HR issues effectively.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 8 to 12 Criminal Solicitors.
• Oversee workload allocation and staff appraisals.
• Ensure smooth criminal case management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

HR Management

Education

Qualified Criminal Solicitor

Job description

Criminal Solicitor (Team Manager), Birmingham

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

Reference: 5c1a544eb731

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Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description

We are partnering with a public body offering excellent opportunities across the UK for Criminal Solicitors with management experience.

• This role involves managing 8 to 12 Criminal Solicitors, including mentoring, staff appraisal, workload allocation, and ensuring smooth criminal prosecution case management.
• You will guide the team on legal issues and handle staff management responsibilities.
• The ideal candidate is a qualified Criminal Solicitor with extensive management experience and strong leadership skills, capable of handling HR issues and communicating effectively.
• This role does not involve handling your own cases, making it suitable for senior or Head of Department level professionals seeking a change within criminal law.

To apply, contact Kaye Thumpston at eNL via phone at 0121 454 1004 or email with your CV for a confidential discussion.

eNL values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.