Senior Crown Prosecutor: Lead High‑Impact Justice & Cases

Crown Prosecution Service; Guildford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading prosecuting authority in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Crown Prosecutor responsible for delivering justice in complex cases, from fraud to corporate manslaughter. This office-based role involves reviewing evidence and charging decisions, as well as providing legal advice to partners and ensuring public confidence in the criminal justice system. The ideal candidate will be a qualified barrister or solicitor with strong legal judgment and communication skills, dedicated to public service.

Benefits

Flexible and family-friendly working

Competitive salary

Civil Service pension

25 days leave, rising to 30 after 5 years

3 days paid volunteering leave

Privilege day for King's birthday

£350 a year individual learning budget

Wellbeing support

Cycle2work scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of criminal law, including serious offences.
• Demonstrate sound legal judgement.
• Ability to present cases clearly, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver justice through case review and charging decisions.
• Provide legal advice to criminal justice partners.
• Maintain public confidence in criminal justice processes.

Skills

Knowledge of criminal law

Sound legal judgement

Clear verbal communication

Clear written communication

Commitment to public service

Education

Qualification as barrister or solicitor

Job description

A leading prosecuting authority in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Crown Prosecutor responsible for delivering justice in complex cases, from fraud to corporate manslaughter. This office-based role involves reviewing evidence and charging decisions, as well as providing legal advice to partners and ensuring public confidence in the criminal justice system. The ideal candidate will be a qualified barrister or solicitor with strong legal judgment and communication skills, dedicated to public service.