Criminal and Enforcement Lawyer

3 days ago


Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom Refine Recruitment Full time £47,472 - £55,850 per year


Criminal and Enforcement Lawyer
Location: Chelmsford (Hybrid - 2-3 days office-based)
Salary: £47,472 - £55,850 per annum + benefits
Contract: Permanent
Ref: RF-LEG-0124

Refine Recruitment has an exceptional opportunity for a Criminal and Enforcement Lawyer to join a prestigious public sector legal team in Chelmsford.

The Role:

  • Lead complex fraud and trading prosecutions
  • Manage criminal investigations and enforcement cases
  • Handle case management from pre-charge through to sentencing
  • Provide expert legal guidance on enforcement matters
  • Draft and serve formal enforcement notices

Required:

  • Qualified solicitor/barrister or Chartered Legal Executive
  • Current Law Society, Bar Standards Board or Cilex membership
  • 2 years PQE (will consider exceptional candidates with less)
  • Criminal investigation and prosecution experience
  • Strong enforcement case management background

Benefits:

  • 27 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
  • Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Professional membership fees covered
  • 4 paid volunteer days annually
  • Comprehensive learning and development program

Apply now

Refine Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.




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