Full time

Criminal Solicitor

eNL

Essex, Essex, CM3 2BY

£61750 - £71400 per annum

Posted: 19 August 2026 (4 days ago)

Closing date: 18 September 2026

Ref: 60697580

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About the Role

A Criminal Solicitor with at least two years’ PQE is sought to join a respected legal team in Essex, handling a varied caseload within a specialist prosecutions role. This full-time position offers a salary between £61,750 and £71,400, with comprehensive training and structured career progression available. The appointed solicitor will develop expertise in complex criminal matters, contributing meaningfully to the justice process. This role suits an ambitious lawyer seeking a fresh challenge and a clear pathway for professional growth within a reputable organisation. Applicants should demonstrate solid criminal law experience and a commitment to high-quality case management. To apply or register interest, contact Kaye Thumpston on 0207 183 8586 or email kaye.thumpston@enllegal.co.uk, quoting Job Ref: 5047.

Criminal Lawyer, 2+ Years’ PQE, Essex, £61,750 - £71,400. An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Criminal Lawyer looking for a fresh challenge and the opportunity to transition into a specialist Prosecutions role. Offering comprehensive training, ongoing professional development and clear career progression, this is an ideal opportunity to build a rewarding career within a respected organisation. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Kaye Thumpston on 0207 183 8586 or email kaye.thumpston@enllegal.co.uk with your CV. Job Ref: 5047
THE ROLE:
The appointed Criminal Lawyer will manage a varied caseload, developing specialist expertise in the prosecution of complex criminal matters and working on cases that make a meaningful contribution to the delivery of justice.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced criminal practitioner to develop their career within a specialist Prosecutions environment. You will benefit from comprehensive training and ongoing professional support, together with exposure to a broad range of challenging and varied matters.
THE CANDIDATE:
Applications are welcomed from Solicitors and Barristers qualified to practise in England and Wales with a minimum of 2 years' PQE in Criminal Law, gained in either defence or prosecution.
You will possess strong advocacy, case preparation and analytical skills, together with a commitment to justice and public service.
THE ORGANISATION:
This respected organisation offers a supportive working environment, structured career development programmes and comprehensive training. The role provides an excellent opportunity for an experienced Criminal Lawyer seeking a new direction, with ongoing professional support and clear opportunities to develop and progress.
HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Kaye Thumpston on 0207 183 8586 or email kaye.thumpston@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 within 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 their ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.