Vacancies
SOLICITOR
7+ years PQE
The Role
A fantastic opportunity for an outstanding and experienced criminal Solicitor to join our busy and successful practice. As a senior member of the team, the ideal candidate will be highly motivated, dedicated, professional, a team player, have a genuine passion for criminal defence work and take pride in their work. Excellent client care and effective communication are essential. We are looking for someone to join our forward thinking and innovative practice who matches us with enthusiasm, is keen to develop their own network and is confident holding their own in the police station as well as on their feet in the magistrates' court, when the need arises.
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A friendly, approachable and positive outlook are ideal qualities.
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We practise in all areas of criminal litigation including inquest and inquiry work and have an outstanding reputation in the industry.
Key Responsibilities
> Managing own caseload of Police Station, Magistrates Court and Crown Court files
> Police Station and Court attendance
> Proactive business development and contribution to marketing efforts
> Supervising junior members of the team​
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Qualifications and Experience
> 7+ years PQE
> Confident and experienced in managing your own caseload
> Experience dealing with a combination of legal aid and private clients
> Knowledge of Lexcel compliance is desirable
> Excellent oral and written communication skills
> Efficient case progression and effective work practices
What we offer
In return, we offer the opportunity to work at a long-established, highly regarded firm with exposure to cases across the whole spectrum of criminal law, representing clients from all walks of life. You'll be joining a genuinely close-knit team that takes the work seriously without losing sight of life outside it.
We are based in Victoria, which is a thriving and vibrant part of London in offices on a quiet centrally located street. The position is full time, office based with flexibility. Competitive package of market rate salary and performance based bonus.
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> An opportunity to join our experienced, driven and diverse team
> Competitive salary
> Performance based bonus
> 20 days’ holiday in addition to UK bank holidays, office closure over Christmas and a bonus day off for your birthday
> Regular team days out
> Pension scheme with employer contribution
> Ongoing training and development​​
Apply
If you would like to apply for this role, please send your CV and covering letter to Namita Pawa with the subject line ‘Solicitor vacancy – [Your name]