Crown Prosecutor

Crown Prosecution Service; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A principal prosecuting authority in Chelmsford seeks talented lawyers for the role of Crown Prosecutor. This position is ideal for newly qualified lawyers or those without criminal law experience, offering the chance to work in magistrates' courts on cases like assault and drug offences. With flexible working conditions and a strong focus on employee wellbeing, this role supports both professional growth and a healthy work-life balance. Join us to make a difference in securing justice for victims of crime.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive salary

Civil Service pension

25 days leave

3 days paid volunteering leave

Individual learning budget

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Qualified practising lawyer interested in criminal law.
• Demonstrate sound legal judgement and presentation skills.
• Commitment to public service and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Work as a crown prosecutor in magistrates' court.
• Review and present evidence in criminal cases.
• Gain experience in the criminal court.

Skills

Sound legal judgement

Ability to present cases clearly

Commitment to public service

Interest in criminal law

Job description

Are you a talented lawyer looking to progress your career? The Crown Prosecution Service is recruiting barristers and solicitors to join our diverse workforce across England and Wales.

About the Crown Prosecution Service

At the Crown Prosecution Service, we are responsible for delivering justice through the independent and effective prosecution of crime. As the principal prosecuting authority across England and Wales the nature and diversity of cases we advise on and prosecute means our work is often emotionally challenging and complex. As such we employ over 7,000 individuals who think objectively, act professionally, show the upmost respect for others and continually strive for excellence.

About the role

The crown prosecutor position is ideal if you’re a newly qualified lawyer or have no criminal law experience. You’re based in the magistrates’ court, working with prosecution teams to review and present evidence in cases ranging from common assault to drugs offences. You gain a wealth of experience in the criminal court, further developing your legal knowledge and potential career progression.

About you

We’re looking for qualified practising lawyers with an interest in criminal law. You must demonstrate sound legal judgement and present cases clearly, both verbally and in writing. It's essential that you have a commitment to public service, a focus on continuous learning and an understanding of our role within the criminal justice system.

About our benefits

At the Crown Prosecution Service, we pride ourselves on providing benefits that ensure our employees’ needs are central. We want to ensure you can thrive at work and home, offering support to achieve a balance. This includes flexible working hours, flexibility to support caring responsibilities and a family friendly approach to work. We also offer a range of benefits including:

• flexible and family-friendly working
• competitive salary
• Civil Service pension, with an average employer contribution of 28.9%
• 25 days leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays
• 3 days paid volunteering leave
• an extra privilege day for the King’s birthday
• £350 a year individual learning budget
• wellbeing support and counselling
• Cycle2work scheme, high street retailer offers and discounts.

Do you want to make a real difference in society, helping us to secure justice for victims of crime? Find out more and apply today.