An excellent opportunity has arisen for a talented and driven Crime Litigation Solicitor (2–4 years PQE) to join a leading London law firm renowned for its exceptional Dispute Resolution and Criminal Defence practice. This role offers a competitive market-rate salary, 25 days’ annual leave, and a fantastic benefits package including BUPA Medical Insurance, Life Assurance (4x salary), Pension Scheme, Bonus Scheme, and Wellbeing & Gymflex programmes.
About the Firm:
Our client is a highly regarded, Legal 500-recognised firm with an established reputation across criminal, property, and commercial litigation. The wider Dispute Resolution Department, offers a full range of services including commercial disputes, IP, insolvency, asset recovery, and high-profile criminal cases.
Crime Litigation Solicitor — Position Overview:
You will manage a varied caseload of criminal matters, providing high-quality legal advice and representation to clients at police stations, Magistrates’, and Crown Courts. This is an exciting opportunity to work on both sensitive and complex cases within a supportive, high-performing team.
Key Responsibilities of the Crime Litigation Solicitor:
- Represent clients at police stations, Magistrates’ and Crown Courts
- Prepare and manage criminal defence cases from instruction through to trial
- Advise clients on a broad range of criminal law matters, including serious crime
- Liaise with counsel, experts, and witnesses throughout the case lifecycle
- Manage your own caseload with appropriate supervision and autonomy
- Contribute to business development and departmental growth
- Maintain outstanding client care and uphold firm standards
Requirements of the Crime Litigation Solicitor:
- Qualified Solicitor with 2–4 years’ PQE in criminal defence or litigation
- Police Station Accreditation (essential)
- Strong advocacy and negotiation skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Client-focused, professional, and proactive approach
- High level of integrity and discretion
The Benefits for the Crime Litigation Solicitor role:
- Competitive market-rate salary
- 25 days’ annual leave
- 4x Life Assurance
- Permanent Health Insurance
- BUPA Medical Insurance & Medicash Cashplan Scheme
- Bluecrest Health Assessment
- Unum Dental Scheme
- Auto-enrolment in the firm’s Group Personal Pension Scheme
- Discretionary Bonus Scheme & Introduction Bonus Scheme
- Interest-free Season Ticket Loan (after 3 months)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Holiday Purchase option
- Wellbeing Programme
- Gymflex membership
If you are a Crime Litigation Solicitor seeking to progress your career within a leading London law firm, apply today. Alternatively, contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference BH- 37487
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