Senior Crown Prosecutor — Lead Complex Prosecutions

Crown Prosecution Service; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Civil Service pension

25 days leave, rising to 30

King’s birthday privilege day

Learning budget £350

Wellbeing support

Cycle2work and discounts

Job summary

The Crown Prosecution Service is seeking a Senior Crown Prosecutor to deliver justice in complex cases across England and Wales. The role involves reviewing evidence and making charging decisions for magistrates' and Crown Court cases, while providing clear legal guidance to partners and victims to uphold public confidence.

You will be part of an office-based team focused on professional development and career progression within a values-driven public service environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales.
• Minimum of 12 months’ criminal law experience, or demonstrable experience managing sensitive and complex cases.
• Demonstrate commitment to public service and Crown Prosecution Service values.
• Focus on personal development and career progression.

Responsibilities

• Review evidence and charging decisions for cases in magistrates' and Crown Court.
• Provide legal advice and explain our decisions to criminal justice partners and victims.
• Help maintain public confidence in our work.

Skills

Criminal law experience

Public service values

Legal advice

Career development

Education

Qualified solicitor or barrister in England & Wales

Job description

The Crown Prosecution Service is seeking a Senior Crown Prosecutor to deliver justice in complex cases across England and Wales. The role involves reviewing evidence and making charging decisions for magistrates' and Crown Court cases, while providing clear legal guidance to partners and victims to uphold public confidence.

You will be part of an office-based team focused on professional development and career progression within a values-driven public service environment.