Criminal Solicitor and Head of Crime Department

9 hours ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom The Recruiter Specialists Group Ltd Full time
Crime Solicitor and Department Head

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Crime Solicitor to lead our team in West or Central London.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the Board and Head of Department to drive the success of the team.
  • Oversee the running of the Branch Office and manage staff working from it.
  • Manage and oversee complex Crime matters, providing technical expertise and guidance to team members.
  • Supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors, and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities.
  • Assist with delivery of training and development in the department.
  • Deal with a full range of Criminal Defence cases, including Private and Legal Aid matters.
  • Manage complex and sensitive cases, liaising with the CPS and courts, preparing statements, and collating evidence.
  • Represent clients detained at the police station, conduct advocacy in the Magistrates Court and Crown Court, and attend to clients both in and outside of office hours.

Key Skills:

  • Duty and Police Station Accredited.
  • Higher rights of advocacy qualification (ideally).
  • Committed and highly driven.
  • Valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying.
  • Strong management skills.
  • Committed team player and adapt well to new challenges.
  • Previous supervisory experience will be an advantage.
  • Professional with a pro-active approach, excellent client care skills, and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner.
  • Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business.

For more information, please contact Natalie Mayger at The Recruiter Specialists. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.



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