Criminal Solicitor

Manchester – £35,000 - £60,000

 Manchester

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Criminal Solicitor to join a highly regarded specialist practice recognised for handling complex and high-profile criminal matters.

This role is ideally suited to a Solicitor between NQ and 5 years' PQE who is looking to further develop their career within a supportive and ambitious environment.

The Role
You will be responsible for assisting with and managing a varied caseload of criminal matters, including:

• General Crime
• Serious and Organised Crime
• Financial Crime and Fraud
• Regulatory and Professional Discipline Matters
• Police Station Representation
• Magistrates' Court Proceedings
• Crown Court Litigation
• Appeals and Post-Conviction Work

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced criminal practitioners on complex and high-quality matters, whilst developing their own client base and advocacy skills.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor (NQ-5 PQE)
• Previous experience within Criminal Defence
• Police Station Accreditation desirable but not essential
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Strong organisational and case management abilities
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Passion for Criminal Law and client representation

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Exposure to complex and high-quality criminal matters
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to work alongside some of the region's leading criminal defence lawyers

To apply or discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact Daniel Travis at daniel.travis@douglas-scott.co.uk