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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