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Criminal Defence Solicitor

Job Posted: 20 days ago

Salary: £ 55,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

Expire in: 7 days

Job Description

Our client, a specialist and well-regarded law firm based in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, is seeking an experienced Criminal Defence Solicitor to join their established Criminal Law team.

This role offers the opportunity to handle a diverse caseload of privately funded criminal matters, providing high-quality legal advice and representation to individuals and businesses across a range of complex cases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload of criminal matters efficiently and in line with firm policies
• Ensure all work is delivered to a high professional standard and within required timeframes
• Utilise case management systems effectively to maintain accurate records and workflows
• Advise and represent clients across the full spectrum of criminal law matters
• Handle cases including road traffic offences, fraud, sexual offences, and regulatory prosecutions
• Represent clients in matters involving authorities such as the Police, CPS, HMRC, FCA and other regulatory bodies
• Attend police stations and courts nationwide as required
• Manage complex matters including POCA proceedings, confiscation, and specialist criminal defence work
• Contribute to the ongoing development and reputation of the firm’s criminal law offering
• Participate in business development and promotion of services
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of criminal law, legislation, and regulatory changes
• Work closely with Partners and the wider criminal law team
• Support knowledge sharing and contribute to team development
• Liaise with colleagues across the firm on relevant matters

Requirements / Skills / Experience:

• Qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate
• Minimum of 5 years’ PQE in criminal defence work
• Proven experience managing criminal law cases and achieving successful outcomes
• Strong advocacy, negotiation, and client management skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a specialist team

Package / Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• Death in service benefit (3x salary)
• Generous holiday allowance
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful

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