Prosecutions Lawyer

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Mid Suffolk; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Suffolk-based public service organisation seeks a qualified Solicitor or Barrister to join its legal team as a Prosecutions Lawyer. This full-time hybrid role offers a salary of £44,520–£47,720 and a structured retraining pathway with mentoring to build prosecutorial knowledge.

You will manage a diverse caseload of criminal matters from initial review through to court presentation. The role emphasises strong advocacy, analytical ability, sound judgment and clear communication, with excellent

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister eligible to practise in the UK.
• Experience in criminal law or contentious matters is valued.
• Willingness to retrain and develop prosecutorial knowledge with mentoring provided.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of criminal matters from initial review through to court presentation.
• Provide advocacy and representation in court.
• Participate in mentoring and professional development.

Skills

Advocacy

Legal research

Communication

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Job description

A Suffolk-based public service organisation seeks a qualified Solicitor or Barrister to join its legal team as a Prosecutions Lawyer. This full-time, hybrid remote role offers a salary between £44,520 and £47,720, presenting a structured retraining pathway for those from any legal discipline, especially with contentious experience. You will manage a diverse caseload of criminal matters, from initial review through to court presentation, with comprehensive mentoring provided to build specialist prosecutorial knowledge. This position suits a lawyer pursuing a meaningful career in public service, with clear long-term progression prospects. The role demands strong analytical abilities, sound judgement, and effective communication skills for handling complex cases.

Prosecutions Lawyer, Ipswich, Qualified Solicitor, £44,520 - £47,720. An excellent retrain opportunity has arisen for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister looking to develop a career in Prosecutions, with comprehensive training, mentoring and support provided. This is an ideal opportunity for a lawyer from any area of practice, particularly those with contentious experience, who is seeking a rewarding public service career with excellent long-term development and career prospects.

• Join a highly regarded organisation and retrain as a specialist Prosecutions Lawyer, gaining valuable experience across a broad and varied caseload of criminal law matters.
• Manage a range of complex cases, contributing to the delivery of justice while developing specialist prosecutorial knowledge, case management and advocacy skills.
• Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors and Barristers from any area of law who are looking to take their legal career in a new direction.
• Previous contentious experience would be advantageous but is not essential, with comprehensive training and mentoring provided to support your transition into prosecutions.
• The successful candidate will demonstrate strong advocacy skills, excellent written and verbal communication abilities, meticulous attention to detail and a genuine commitment to public service.
• In return, you will receive an excellent salary, comprehensive training, ongoing professional development and excellent long-term career progression opportunities.

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