Criminal Solicitor – Hybrid Working – Competitive Benefits

Job Description:

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a Lexcel-accredited, Legal 500-ranked law firm, known for its commitment to excellence, client service, and employee wellbeing. They are seeking a Criminal Solicitor to join their supportive and dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your career, work across multiple office locations, and enjoy a benefits package that truly values your professional and personal life.

As a Criminal Solicitor, you will manage a full case load, representing clients in courts and police stations, and working across different office locations. You will work within the firm’s Office Manual, ensuring the highest professional standards while meeting office targets, budgets, and billing requirements.

We are looking for solicitors with 2+ years PQE as a Qualified Duty Criminal Solicitor, though newly qualified applicants are welcome to apply. Ideally, you will have experience as a criminal practitioner and a strong knowledge of Criminal Law, with Higher Rights of Audience being desirable.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing expert criminal law advice and representation to clients
• Managing your case load efficiently while promoting business development opportunities
• Undertaking continuous professional development to maintain and expand your expertise
• Working collaboratively within a team to meet firm-wide targets and objectives

What We Offer At this firm, a career is about more than just work—it’s about support, growth, and balance.

• Competitive salary with annual reviews ensures your contributions are recognised
• Flexible and hybrid working options allow you to balance professional and personal life
• Generous holiday entitlement with a holiday buy and sell scheme after probation
• Festive perks: office closure between Christmas and New Year, plus a 1pm finish on Christmas Eve
• Wellbeing support: health cash plan, online GP access, and an employee assistance programme for you and your family
• Peace of mind: death in service benefit, bereavement and probate helpline, and counselling support
• Additional benefits: enhanced company sick pay, discounted legal fees including free Will preparation, long service awards, charity and community initiatives
• Career development opportunities in a supportive, learning-focused environment
• Convenient, town centre office locations that are easy to commute to

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a firm that combines professional excellence with a culture that truly values its people.