Senior Criminal Duty Solicitor

Senior Criminal Duty Solicitor  

Job description
My client is a Legal 500 firm seeking dynamic, commercially minded qualified Criminal Duty Solicitors to join their offices in London. Consultancy and employed positions are available.

The firm undertakes legal aid cases and represent clients that are privately paying thus expect a high level of advice and representation. 
 
The Role
To provide high quality legal advice, assistance and advocacy for clients of the firm and contribute to maintaining high standards of client care.
 
Key Tasks
• Taking client instructions and providing legal advice and assistance.
• Managing a caseload of client matters in accordance with Quality Procedures Manual.
• SRA Code, LAA Contract and SQM requirements.
• Undertaking advocacy at Court.
• Dealing with existing and new client enquiries.
• Undertaking legal research and maintaining legal knowledge through training in accordance with professional training requirements.
• Casework and File Management responsibilities as defined in the Quality Manual.
• Financial management and compliance with SRA Accounts Rules via Finance Manual.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy working environment.
• Contribute to maintaining and improving office procedures.
• Ensuring compliance with the firm’s Equality and Diversity Policy.
• Maintaining compliant Duty Solicitor status.
• Attending out of hours Police Station call outs and Saturday/Bank Holiday Courts as required.
• Any other duties which from time to time are required by the firm.
 
Skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Capable advocate
• Strong written communicator 
• Good negotiator
• Good time management
• Organisational and compliance skills
 
What is on offer
A competitive salary, flexible working conditions, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you are passionate about working in the legal field and helping clients navigate the complexities of criminal law, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.