Prosecutions Lawyer

eNL; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player offers an exceptional opportunity for a Prosecutions Lawyer in Greater Manchester. This role promises a dynamic career path with a focus on training and development, allowing you to spend significant time in court while honing your legal skills. Ideal candidates will possess a genuine interest in criminal law, along with the qualifications of Solicitor or Barrister in England and Wales. Join a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion, and make a meaningful impact in the field of law.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England and Wales required.
• Experience in contentious law is preferable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Spend 60-80% of time in court prosecuting offences.
• Prepare cases and utilize varied skill set for desired outcomes.

Skills

Exceptional written communication skills

Exceptional verbal communication skills

Decision-making skills

Interest in criminal prosecutions

Education

Solicitor qualification in England and Wales

Barrister qualification in England and Wales

Job description

PROSECUTIONS LAWYER, GREATER MANCHESTER, £42,650 - £46,780, Exceptional career opportunity with enviable training and development opportunities for individuals interested in a career in Prosecutions. We are working in partnership with a public body, who are offering outstanding opportunities available nationwide for Solicitors or Barristers. JOB REF: 9675

•Following an initial training period, a typical working week will see you spending 60-80% of your time in court, prosecuting a wide range of offences and utilising your varied skill set to achieve desired outcomes. The rest of your time will be spent on case preparation.

•A combination of induction training, bespoke training modules, mentoring and on-the-job coaching makes a career as a Prosecutions Lawyer much more accessible to lawyers considering a change in direction.

•A genuine interest in criminal prosecutions, coupled with the qualification of Solicitor or Barrister in England and Wales are the basic requirements to be considered for this role. Whilst experience in a contentious area of law is preferable, this role is open to lawyers from all disciplines with the desire to learn.

•The ability to make solid and well-reasoned decisions is essential for this role, in addition to having exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

•To apply contact Kaye Thumpston at eNL on 0161 850 0745 or email [e-mail] with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.