Criminal Duty Solicitor | Shropshire | Excellent Firm | Hybrid
A well-established law firm is seeking a Criminal Duty Solicitor to join its experienced criminal team in Shrewsbury.
This is a varied opportunity for a solicitor with a strong background in criminal defence who enjoys advocacy and direct client work. The successful candidate will play an important role in providing representation at the Magistrates’ Court, covering criminal matters and advising clients at the police station.
The firm is open to applications from candidates based outside the immediate area, provided they are able to attend court and police stations when required. Both full-time and part-time arrangements can be accommodated, with remote working also a possibility.
The Work will include:
- Representing clients in the Magistrates’ Court and undertaking advocacy.
- Managing a range of criminal defence matters and providing caseload cover.
- Attending police stations to advise and represent clients.
- Handling urgent instructions and supporting clients through challenging circumstances.
- Taking part in an out-of-hours police station rota.
- Working alongside colleagues to deliver a responsive and effective service.
About You:
- A qualified Solicitor with Duty Solicitor accreditation, or an experienced criminal solicitor eligible to undertake duty solicitor work.
- A solid background in criminal defence, with confident Magistrates’ Court advocacy skills.
- Experienced in advising and representing clients at the police station.
- Able to communicate effectively with clients, often in difficult or time-sensitive situations.
- Resilient, organised and comfortable managing a busy workload.
- Committed to providing a high standard of client care and working collaboratively with colleagues.
What's on Offer:
- The chance to join an established and supportive criminal law team.
- Regular supervision, one-to-one support and performance reviews.
- Opportunities to build on your advocacy and criminal litigation experience.
- Flexibility around full-time or part-time hours.
- Remote working arrangements, with agreed office attendance.
- Competitive salary.
- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with long service.
- Pension, Healthcare and Death in Service cover.
Next Steps
If you are an experienced criminal solicitor looking for a role offering flexibility, quality work and the chance to be part of an established team, I would be keen to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion, contact Nicholas Fear on 0161 672 3112 or email nicholas.fear@saccomann.com.