Duty Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London is seeking a Duty Solicitor to join their busy Crime Team. The ideal candidate should be passionate about Criminal Law, Duty Qualified, and able to manage a diverse range of cases effectively. The firm offers a supportive culture, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Annual Bonus Scheme

Supportive and open culture working environment

Qualifications

• Ability to handle a range of offences from Theft to Fraud.
• Hard-working individual with a proactive outlook.
• Experience in managing work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Covering Duty work and generating work in Police Stations and Court.
• Accepting instructions from clients accused of various offences.

Skills

Passion for Criminal Law

Technical Approach

Team Management

Desire to Learn

Education

Duty Qualified

Police Station Accredited

Job description

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Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Duty Solicitor to join their busy Crime Team in London.

The successful candidate will be responsible for covering Duty work and demonstrating an ability to generate work in Police Stations and Court. They will offer pro-active development and promotion to the Firm’s Reputation.

You will be expected to accept instructions from a range of different clients who have been accused of a range of offences from Theft and Assault to Murder and Fraud.

The Candidate

• A hard-working individual with a passion for Criminal Law
• Duty Qualified and Police Station Accredited
• A technical approach to both clients and workload
• Desire to learn and improve
• Ability to manage and work well with in a team

The Benefits and How to Apply

• Basic salary up to £55,000
• 25 days annual leave
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• Supportive and open culture working environment

Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: Arthur Crouch, Retained Consultant

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