MANAGING DIRECTOR
We are currently seeking a Managing Director and a strong Criminal Solicitor/Advocate for an exciting role in either West or Central London.
Main Responsibilities of the Role:
* Collaborate with the Board and Head of Department.
* Oversee all Branch Offices and manage staff working there.
* Manage and oversee complex criminal matters.
* Handle all aspects of assigned criminal work, providing technical expertise and guidance to team members when appropriate.
* Supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors, and Caseworkers, managing caseloads of varying types and complexities.
* Assist in delivering training and development within the department.
* Handle a variety of criminal defence cases, including private and Legal Aid cases.
* Manage complex and sensitive cases such as bail applications, serious fraud, white-collar crime, murder, drug crime, and theft; liaise with CPS and courts; prepare statements and collate evidence.
* Handle emergency cases.
* Represent clients detained at police stations, conduct advocacy in Magistrates' and Crown Courts, and attend to clients both in and outside office hours.
* Maintain a professional, proactive approach with strong client care skills, and contribute to business development and marketing efforts to support the firm's substantial work volume.
Key Skills Required:
* Accredited for duty and police station work.
* Higher rights of advocacy qualification (preferably).
* Highly committed and driven.
* Must hold a valid Practising Certificate at application time.
* Strong management skills.
* Team player with adaptability to new challenges.
* Proven supervisory experience in a similar role.
* Professional, proactive, with excellent client care skills, especially in handling vulnerable clients with sensitivity.
* Excellent networking and communication skills, with the ability to market the company and generate new business.
For full details, please contact Natalie Mayger at The Recruiter Specialists. All applications will be treated confidentially.
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