Solicitor - Crime & Regulatory

Themis Recruit; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Themis Recruit is seeking a qualified solicitor in Manchester with at least 3 years PQE in criminal law to join our client's established criminal law and regulatory team. You will handle prosecutions, provide expert advocacy, and deliver clear, client-focused legal advice in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes strong court advocacy, high standards of written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage a varied caseload while maintaining client care and professional integrity.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with a minimum of 3 years' PQE in criminal law.
• Experience handling a wide range of criminal law cases, including prosecutions.
• Strong court advocacy skills with the ability to present cases clearly and persuasively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities with strong decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload efficiently, working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
• High level of client care and the ability to handle sensitive and complex matters.
• Flexibility to attend court and adapt to varying case needs.
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities to support professional development.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where contributions are valued.
• A competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package.
• The opportunity to work on a variety of complex and rewarding criminal law cases.

Responsibilities

• Handle a diverse portfolio of criminal law matters, including prosecutions and advisory work.
• Conduct court advocacy and provide legal representation for clients in sensitive situations.
• Prepare and present cases in court, reviewing evidence and ensuring effective legal advice is delivered.
• Provide a high degree of client care, maintaining professionalism and sensitivity throughout.
• Offer sound, well-reasoned legal judgment and decision-making in all matters.
• Flexibility to attend court when required, adapting to the demands of caseload.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple cases and tasks under pressure.

Skills

Court advocacy

Communication skills

Client care

Education

Solicitor Qualification

Job description

Manchester, United Kingdom | Posted on 19/05/2025

We have a fantastic opportunity for a qualified solicitor with broad criminal law experience to join our client's established criminal law and regulatory team. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within the team and work on a variety of criminal law matters, including prosecutions and advisory work.

Key Responsibilities:

Handle a diverse portfolio of criminal law matters, including prosecutions and advisory work.

Conduct court advocacy and provide legal representation for clients in sensitive situations.

Prepare and present cases in court, reviewing evidence and ensuring effective legal advice is delivered.

Provide a high degree of client care, maintaining professionalism and sensitivity throughout.

Offer sound, well-reasoned legal judgment and decision-making in all matters.

Flexibility to attend court when required, adapting to the demands of your caseload.

Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple cases and tasks under pressure.

Requirements

A qualified solicitor with a minimum of 3 years' PQE in criminal law.

Experience in handling a wide range of criminal law cases, including prosecutions.

Strong court advocacy skills, with the ability to present cases clearly and persuasively.

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with strong decision-making skills.

Ability to manage a caseload efficiently, working under pressure and meeting deadlines.

High level of client care and the ability to handle sensitive and complex matters.

Flexibility to attend court and adapt to varying case needs.

Ongoing training and career progression opportunities to support your professional development.

A supportive and collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued.

A competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

The opportunity to work on a variety of complex and rewarding criminal law cases.