Criminal Duty Solicitor

Criminal Duty Solicitor / 1+ PQE / Manchester / c£50,000 DOE / Excellent opportunity for a Criminal Duty Solicitor with current Duty Solicitor Accreditation to join a respected criminal defence practice, offering high-quality work, career progression and a supportive, fast-paced environment - To apply please call Teagan on and quote Job Ref: 4395OVERVIEW:• Manage a varied caseload of criminal defence matters.• Attend police stations and represent clients before the Magistrates'' Court.• Assist with Crown Court matters alongside experienced colleagues.• Participate in the duty solicitor rota, including out-of-hours call-outs.• Deliver timely, practical and robust legal advice while maintaining exceptional client care.• Suitable for qualified Solicitors with a minimum of 1 year''s PQE.• Current Duty Solicitor Accreditation is essential.• Experience handling criminal defence matters and confidence attending police stations and Magistrates'' Court hearings required.• Strong advocacy, communication and client care skills are essential.• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.• Proactive approach with excellent attention to detail and professionalism.• Join a respected criminal defence firm with a loyal client base and an excellent local reputation.• Supportive, forward-thinking team environment with modern case management systems.• Ongoing training, professional development and clear opportunities for long-term career progression.• Competitive ..... full job details .....