Hybrid Criminal Defence & Civil Litigation Solicitor

William James Recruitment; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing & mental health support

Bonus recognition scheme (£250-£500)

Travel expenses covered

Flexible location: London or Midlands

Career development opportunities

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking a Solicitor for a hybrid role in Criminal Defence and Civil Litigation. Open to candidates in London or the Midlands, with travel across the UK and approximately one overnight stay per month.

The position targets a Solicitor with around 2 years PQE and strong criminal law credentials. You will handle privately funded criminal defence work alongside civil litigation matters, including contract disputes and general civil claims, with autonomy and ongoing

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with circa 2 years PQE (flexible for the right person).
• Strong criminal law experience essential.
• Civil litigation exposure highly desirable (e.g. contract disputes, civil claims, personal injury).
• Confident managing your own caseload independently.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• Comfortable with a hybrid working pattern and UK travel (approx. one overnight stay per month).
• Proactive, organised, and team‑focused.
• Confident managing relationships with high‑net‑worth individuals and privately paying clients.

Responsibilities

• Handle a diverse caseload across privately funded criminal defence and civil litigation.
• Work within a dynamic, supportive environment with autonomy and team collaboration.
• Travel nationwide with occasional overnight stays as required.

Skills

Criminal law experience

Civil litigation exposure

Caseload management

Client communication

Hybrid work adaptability

Travel readiness

High-net-worth client handling

Job description

William James Recruitment is seeking a Solicitor for a hybrid role in Criminal Defence and Civil Litigation. Open to candidates in London or the Midlands, with travel across the UK and approximately one overnight stay per month.

The position targets a Solicitor with around 2 years PQE and strong criminal law credentials. You will handle privately funded criminal defence work alongside civil litigation matters, including contract disputes and general civil claims, with autonomy and ongoing