Environmental Prosecutions Solicitor | Hybrid & Growth

Time Recruitment Solutions Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Bonus scheme

Birthday off work

6% employer pension contribution

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Time Recruitment is recruiting for a Regulatory & Criminal Defence Solicitor in Manchester City Centre. Hybrid working is available, with a rewarding caseload focusing on Environmental Protection Act prosecutions on behalf of tenants against landlords.

You will manage your own cases from instruction through settlement or conviction, supported by an experienced litigation team. A solicitor qualification with criminal defence or prosecution experience and strong advocacy skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with Criminal Defence or Prosecution experience.
• Advocacy experience and preparation for trial.
• Experience using case management systems and managing own caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of EPA prosecution matters.
• Conduct pre- and post-prosecution work.
• Draft and review legal documentation.
• Prepare cases for hearings and trial.
• Review expert reports and disclosure documentation.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, courts and external stakeholders.
• Negotiate settlements where appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with CPR and relevant legislation.
• Use case management systems to progress files efficiently.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor

Criminal Defence experience

Advocacy experience

Caseload management

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Time Recruitment is recruiting for a Regulatory & Criminal Defence Solicitor in Manchester City Centre. Hybrid working is available, with a rewarding caseload focusing on Environmental Protection Act prosecutions on behalf of tenants against landlords.

You will manage your own cases from instruction through settlement or conviction, supported by an experienced litigation team. A solicitor qualification with criminal defence or prosecution experience and strong advocacy skills are essential.