Crime Solicitor

Our Client, a reputable and expanding law firm, is seeking an enthusiastic Private Crime Solicitor with a minimum of 5 years’ PQE to join their Private Crime Team. On offer for this role are financial awards for performance, Discount scheme (High Street retailers, incl. health/leisure, hospitality & travel) plus more.

This a fantastic opportunity to work on a wide range of privately funded general crime and road traffic matters.

Key Responsibilities for the Crime Solicitor role:

• Managing your own caseload of private crime matters, including road traffic offences.
• Undertaking your own advocacy in the Magistrates' Court, including handling trials and exceptional hardship applications.
• Providing high-quality legal advice to private clients across a variety of criminal law matters.
• Working independently to generate new business outside of duty solicitor rotas/schemes, demonstrating strong business development capabilities.
• Building and maintaining a loyal client following, offering exceptional client care and service.
• Regulatory experience is desirable, with a focus on adding value to the wider team through specialised knowledge.

Requirements for the Crime Solicitor role:

• A minimum of 5 years' PQE in private crime, with solid experience managing your own caseload.
• Strong advocacy skills with experience in the Magistrates' Court.
• Proven ability to generate private client work independently, outside of duty solicitor schemes.
• Excellent client care and communication skills, with a proactive approach to business development.
• Desirable: Regulatory experience and/or an existing client following.

Benefits:

• Flexible working
• Health Insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Positive workplace culture

For further information about this Crime Solicitor role please contact Haneen quoting reference 36912.

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