caregiver London, England
Job description
We are a renowned multiservice law firm committed to access for justice. Our lawyers specialise in criminal defence, family law, housing, civil liberties and human rights. We are a Legal 500 and Chambers UK recommended firm who are currently recruiting a Duty Solicitor to join our Crime Team in our City office.
This is a full-time position with the successful candidate being part of a dynamic and growing team.
You will be responsible for:
- Representing clients detained at police stations
- Handling own caseload of criminal defence cases across a full range of different offences
- Conducting advocacy in the Magistrates’ Court including summary trials (and Crown Court hearings if the candidate has Higher Rights)
About you:
- Solicitors with at least 1 year’s PQE in criminal matters
- Duty solicitor accreditation
- Excellent communication and advocacy skills
- IT proficiency
- Ability to manage a demanding caseload with minimal supervision
- Demonstrates a pragmatic, professional and positive approach
· Have a passion for publically funded work
· Attention to detail and the confidence to work independently as well as in a team
- Excellent client and team building skills
- Ability to work to tight deadlines and remain calm whilst under pressure
You will receive a positive and supportive working environment with a team that prides themselves on promoting from within, exposure to industry specialists and a fantastic opportunity to start or continue your development in an award-winning law firm.
This position pays £37,000 to £45,000 depending on experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £37,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
