The Role
Criminal Duty Solicitor – Central and South London – Excellent Benefits + Out of hours rate
This is a superb opportunity for junior or experienced Criminal Duty Solicitor to join a leading ranked Legal 500 law firm offering specialist Criminal Defence in London.
The firm is recognised nationally for it’s outstanding client care, high-quality representation, and major involvement in high-profile cases.
Due to their planned expansion and commitment to excellent quality of work, they are looking for an additional Duty Solicitor to join their Central or South London team.
The firm is regularly instructed in a wide range of general crime and serious matters including murder, terrorism, complex drug conspiracies, serious sexual offences, and complex and high value frauds.
The Ideal Candidate
- A Criminal Solicitor with a solid background in Criminal Defence
- Duty Accredited (or willingness to work towards immediately)
- Desire to gain exposure to serious and complex crime in a leading firm
- A passionate approach to both clients and work load
- Motivated to contribute to the firms Duty and out of hours rota
- Experience working with multiple clients simultaneously
- Strong legal skills with an eye for detail and meticulous client care
- Excellent organisation, time-management, and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to work 5 days a week in Central London office
The Benefits and How to Apply
- Excellent quality of work including serious and complex crime
- Competitive salary + market leading out of hours rate
- Generous holiday entitlement (28 days annual leave)
- Ability to work alongside Legal 500 ranked experts in Crime
- Ongoing development including support to obtain Higher Rights
- Ability to contribute to a market leading and award winning firm
- Excellent career prospects and clear progression opportunities
- Supportive and open culture working environment
- Impressive Central London office
Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone
Contact: Abigail Lockett, Retained Recruitment Consultant
Direct Dial: 0203 918 1665 | Mobile: 07494 821 014
Email: Abigail.Lockett@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments
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