Motor Crime - Solicitor

Keoghs; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday

Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

PHI/Income Protection

Pension Contribution

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Gym Flex

Job summary

Keoghs in Birmingham is seeking an Assistant Lawyer / Solicitor to join the motor crime team. The role involves handling a diverse motor crime caseload from initial incident through to conclusion, including real-time investigations, police station attendance and court proceedings.

Ideal candidates are qualified solicitors with motor crime or criminal law experience, with NQ–1 PQE and exposure to criminal defence.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with motor crime or criminal law experience.
• NQ–1 PQE with 6–12 months’ criminal experience.
• Background in legal aid/criminal defence highly desirable.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with excellent client care skills.
• Willingness to travel to police stations and courts.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and analysing prosecution evidence.
• Drafting witness statements and legal submissions.
• Supporting clients through investigations and proceedings.
• Attending police station interviews under caution.
• Liaising with courts, regulators and expert witnesses.
• Preparing defence case statements, reports and bundles.
• Attending trials and inquests alongside Counsel.
• Conducting legal research and case preparation.
• Visiting incident sites and gathering evidence.

Job description

Application Deadline: 7 October 2026

Department: Legal

Location: Birmingham

Assistant Lawyer / Solicitor – Motor Crime

Salary: Competitive – discussed at application stage

Are you a criminal law Solicitor ready to take the next step into private practice? Join our specialist Crime & Regulatory Team and work alongside Tim Ingram on a broad range of motor crime cases— from road traffic offences through to dangerous driving, serious injury and manslaughter matters.

About the Role

This is a hands‑on, client‑facing role where you’ll support cases from initial incident through to conclusion. You’ll be involved in real‑time investigations, police station attendance, and court proceedings—gaining invaluable exposure to complex, high‑stakes cases.

Why Join Us

• Work on a diverse, high-quality caseload
• Gain early responsibility and frontline experience
• Transition into a private practice environment
• Be part of a supportive, specialist team
• Flexible working options available

What You’ll Be Doing

• Reviewing and analysing prosecution evidence
• Drafting witness statements and legal submissions
• Supporting clients through investigations and proceedings
• Attending police station interviews under caution
• Liaising with courts, regulators and expert witnesses
• Preparing defence case statements, reports and bundles
• Attending trials and inquests alongside Counsel
• Conducting legal research and case preparation
• Visiting incident sites and gathering evidence

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor with motor crime or criminal law experience
• Ideal for NQ–1 PQE (with 6–12 months’ criminal experience)
• Background in legal aid/criminal defence highly desirable
• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• Confident communicator with excellent client care skills
• Resilient, calm under pressure, and adaptable
• Willingness to travel to police stations and courts

Job Benefits

• Davies Incentive Plan
• 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
• Family Cover Private Medical Insurance ( Bupa) - will automatically be at single cover level but can opt into family option within first month of joining.
• Simply Health Care Cash Plan
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing
• Death in Service
• Critical Illness Cover
• PHI/Income Protection ( Private health insurance)
• Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Tech Scheme*
• Season Ticket Loan*
• Gym Flex*
• Access to Online Discount Sites
• Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
• Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
• Discounts at local retail outlets

*after successfully completing probation