Full time Hybrid remote

Criminal Solicitor

eNL

London, EC4R 3TN

£65000 per annum

Posted: 21 October 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 20 November 2026

Ref: 61197800

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About the Role

A Criminal Solicitor with at least five years’ PQE is sought for a senior position in London, offering £65,000 per annum depending on experience. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Crime, overseeing daily operations of a growing department while handling complex defence matters. Duties include supervising and mentoring solicitors, paralegals and trainees, conducting appraisals, and supporting professional development across the team. Strong advocacy, client representation and case management skills are essential, alongside the ability to guide junior colleagues. This full-time, hybrid role suits a qualified professional ready to combine high-quality legal work with leadership responsibilities, contributing to the continued expansion of the firm’s criminal practice.

CRIMINAL SOLICITOR, 5+ PQE, LONDON, £65,000 DOE – Step into a senior leadership role where you can take on complex criminal defence work, inspire junior colleagues and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a growing Crime Department. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Criminal Solicitor to combine high-quality advocacy and client representation with team development, supervision, and the chance to make a lasting impact – JOB REF: 215305818
OVERVIEW:
• Working closely with the Head of Crime, you will play a pivotal role in the continued growth of the firm’s criminal practice, overseeing day-to-day operations, supervising and mentoring solicitors, paralegals and trainees, and conducting team appraisals to drive professional development, enhance performance and uphold the highest standards of casework, client service and regulatory compliance.
• Additionally, you will handle a varied caseload of complex and serious criminal matters, representing clients at police stations, Magistrates’ Courts, and the Crown Court, combining meticulous case preparation with strong advocacy to secure the best possible outcomes.
• Applications are welcomed from qualified Criminal Solicitors with 5+ PQE and extensive criminal defence experience, including handling complex and serious matters with strong advocacy skills. You will have previous supervisory or team management experience, excellent case preparation, organisational and communication skills, and the ability to balance your own caseload with supporting and developing junior colleagues.
• Higher Rights of Audience qualification would be advantageous, alongside a proactive, collaborative approach and a strong commitment to exceptional client care and regulatory compliance.
• The firm offers 23 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, additional leave with length of service and a Christmas/New Year closure, alongside employer pension contributions and healthcare.
• The firm offers hybrid working, dedicated administrative support and a strong commitment to your career progression, with ongoing training, professional development opportunities, competitive training packages, and regular appraisals and salary reviews.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply contact Gemma Jones at eNL on 0207 183 8586 or email gemma.jones@enllegal.co.uk with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.
eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.
At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.