Solicitor, Crime & Regulatory – High-Profile Cases

Slater Heelis Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Slater Heelis Limited seeks a solicitor with 3–8 years PQE in criminal law to join its Crime & Regulatory practice in Manchester. You will manage a varied caseload, appearing in Magistrates' Court and supporting Crown Court proceedings, while handling regulatory investigations and professional discipline matters.

The role offers significant responsibility from the outset, with opportunities to develop advocacy skills and build lasting client relationships within a supportive, high-quality team.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years PQE in criminal law.
• Ability to manage own caseload with minimal supervision.
• Confident appearing before Magistrates' Court and supporting Crown Court proceedings.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• Organised, resilient and commercially minded.
• Experience in regulatory law or professional discipline is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Handle Magistrates' Court proceedings and Crown Court matters.
• Manage regulatory investigations and enforcement actions.
• Represent clients at police stations as needed.
• Provide advisory and pre-charge work.
• Handle complex and high-profile cases alongside senior team members.

Skills

Criminal law

Caseload management

Court advocacy

Client care

Regulatory investigations

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Slater Heelis Limited seeks a solicitor with 3–8 years PQE in criminal law to join its Crime & Regulatory practice in Manchester. You will manage a varied caseload, appearing in Magistrates' Court and supporting Crown Court proceedings, while handling regulatory investigations and professional discipline matters.

The role offers significant responsibility from the outset, with opportunities to develop advocacy skills and build lasting client relationships within a supportive, high-quality team.