Criminal Defence Solicitor

Eventus Legal are seeking a Crime Solicitor to join a nationally recognised and well-established law firm in their Manchester office. This is a permanent, full-time job position, offering a varied caseload of criminal defence matters, including serious and complex crime.

Along with an attractive salary of up to £48,000 (depending on experience), you will receive a range of excellent employee benefits, including hybrid working, 23 days’ holiday plus bank holidays and pension.

About the Role

As the incoming Crime Solicitor, you will manage a broad caseload of criminal defence work, providing expert legal advice and representation to clients. Key responsibilities include:

• Handling criminal defence matters from police station attendance through to representation in the Magistrates’ and Crown Courts
• Preparing and managing legally aided and privately funded cases, including appeals
• Taking part in the out-of-hours duty solicitor rota
• Building and maintaining your own client following
• Dealing with serious, complex and politically sensitive matters, including protest-related work
• Collaborating with colleagues and external professionals to ensure robust case preparation
• Delivering a high standard of client care in line with the firm’s justice-driven values

About You

If you’re an experienced Criminal Defence Solicitor, NQ Solicitor or close to gaining your qualification, this could be a fantastic opportunity for you. The firm is open to a range of experience levels. So, whether you’ve managed serious criminal cases for years or you’re looking to build on your existing expertise, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

You’ll be the kind of person who thrives in a client-focused role, with a genuine passion for criminal defence and ensuring justice. Your ability to explain complex legal matters clearly and to work well under pressure will set you apart.

You’ll also be able to demonstrate:

• Police Station Accreditation (essential)
• Duty Solicitor status (desirable) or willingness to work towards it
• Experience handling a caseload of criminal defence cases
• Strong advocacy skills and confidence in court appearances
• Ability to manage complex or politically sensitive cases
• A proactive, highly organised approach
• Excellent communication skills and a warm, professional manner

Above all, the firm is looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a supportive team and wants to develop their career within a firm that genuinely values its people.

Benefits and Rewards

The successful Crime Solicitor will be joining a very experienced team in a firm known for its supportive working culture. You will have an excellent benefits package which includes:

• A salary up to £48,000 (DOE)
• Hybrid working
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension
• Career progression

About the Firm

You’ll be joining a nationally recognised criminal defence team that is ranked for excellence. Their Manchester office benefits from a supportive working environment with a growing reputation for high-profile, complex work including serious crime, fraud, protest-related matters and challenging politically sensitive issues.

You’ll be working alongside a passionate team of solicitors focused on fighting for justice and access to legal care for all. The team have been involved with some of the most prominent prosecutions over the years and they have award winning Solicitors within the team. They combine a mission-drive culture with a reputation for courtroom excellence. Furthermore, they have an outstanding reputation for delivering exceptional legal services across the region.

Next Steps

Apply now if you are ready to take the next step in your career and join this highly successful law firm in Manchester.

If you would like to know more about this Criminal Solicitor job opportunity in Manchester, please send your contact Nikki Phillips at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at [email protected] or 07530 737333 for a confidential discussion.

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