Prosecutions Lawyer

ENL Legal Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment firm is seeking a Prosecutions Lawyer in Bristol with 2+ years PQE in criminal law. This role offers comprehensive training and development while managing a varied caseload in prosecution. The firm values candidates with strong advocacy, case preparation, and analytical skills. The position provides a clear pathway for progression and is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Solicitors and Barristers with at least two years PQE in criminal law.
• Experience in prosecution of complex matters.
• Ambition to develop expertise in prosecutorial work.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied and engaging caseload.
• Develop expertise in the prosecution of complex matters.
• Work on cases that make a meaningful impact.

Skills

Strong advocacy

Case preparation

Analytical skills

Commitment to justice

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England & Wales

2+ years PQE in criminal law

Job description

Prosecutions Lawyer, 2+ PQE, Bristol, up to £54,080-61,650 (DOE), Are you ready for a fresh challenge and a new direction in your criminal law career? This is a rare opportunity for a talented Criminal Solicitor to transition into a Prosecutions role, with comprehensive training and development provided. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Gemma Jones on 0121 454 1004 with a copy of your CV – JOB REF: 215302391

OVERVIEW

• Applications are welcomed from Solicitors and Barristers qualified to practice within England & Wales, with at least two years’ PQE in criminal law - either in defence or prosecution.
• You will manage a varied and engaging caseload, developing expertise in the prosecution of complex matters and working on cases that make a meaningful impact. The role offers exposure to a broad range of work, a clear pathway for progression, and ongoing professional support.
• You will have strong advocacy, case preparation, and analytical skills, a commitment to justice and public service, and the ambition to develop specialist expertise in prosecutorial work.
• This is a chance to join a respected organisation known for its structured career development, and supportive culture. Full high-quality training will be provided, making it an excellent opportunity for those seeking a fresh and rewarding career direction.

HOW TO APPLY

Contact Gemma Jones at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.

eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.

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