Criminal Duty Solicitor

Criminal Duty Solicitor / 1+ PQE / West Yorkshire / £47,000 (DOE) / A renowned firm is seeking a dedicated Duty Solicitor to join their expanding Crime Team – To apply please call Teagan on 0113 320 0575 and quote Job Ref: 2129

JOB TITLE: Criminal Duty Solicitor                
PQE REQUIRED: 1+      
LOCATION: West Yorkshire                 
SALARY: Up to £47,000 DOE                     

THE ROLE:
In this role, you will provide representation to clients detained in police stations and manage a varied caseload spanning the full spectrum of criminal offences. You will conduct advocacy in the Magistrates’ Court including summary trials and may appear in the Crown Court where Higher Rights are held. You will play a vital role in delivering consistently high quality representation to all clients while contributing to a positive, supportive and collaborative team environment.

THE CANDIDATE:
The ideal candidate will be a Solicitor with at least 1 years’ PQE in criminal matters and a strong interest in publicly funded legal work. Crime duty accreditation is preferred but not essential and successful applicants without accreditation will be supported to achieve it. You will bring excellent communication and advocacy skills, strong IT proficiency and confidence in using case management systems. A pragmatic, professional and positive approach is essential, along with the ability to manage a demanding caseload with minimal supervision. You will have strong attention to detail, the ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure, as well as the interpersonal skills needed to work effectively with clients and colleagues.

THE FIRM:
This is your chance to join a positive and supportive working environment with exposure to industry specialists and genuine career development opportunities within an award winning firm.
The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package:
• Pension scheme
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Health Care
• Dedicated administrative support
• Firm-issued laptop
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive supervision from experienced mentors
• A range of additional perks and benefits
• Plus much more…

HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Teagan Portas at eNL on 0113 320 0575 / 0161 850 0745 or email teagan.portas@enllegal.co.uk with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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