Full time Hybrid remote

Criminal Solicitor

eNL
Greater Manchester, M25 9YF
money-bag £55975 - £63500 per annum
Posted: 06 October 2026 (3 days ago)
Closing date: 05 November 2026
Ref: 61075831

About the Role

This full-time, hybrid position as a Criminal Solicitor in Greater Manchester suits a qualified lawyer with at least two years’ PQE in criminal litigation, whether gained through defence or prosecution work. The successful candidate will retrain as a Prosecutions Lawyer, receiving structured training and dedicated support to build specialist expertise. Responsibilities include reviewing case files, advising on charges, preparing prosecutions and representing the organisation at court. Strong advocacy, analytical and communication skills are essential, alongside the ability to manage a varied caseload. A competitive salary of £55,975 to £63,500 is offered, plus an excellent pension and clear prospects for long-term progression.

Criminal Prosecutions Solicitor, 2+ PQE, Greater Manchester, £55,975 - £63,500. Ready to take your criminal law career in a new direction? This is an exciting opportunity to retrain as a Prosecutions Lawyer with a highly respected organisation, gaining specialist expertise through comprehensive training, structured career development and dedicated support. Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy an exceptional benefits package, including an outstanding pension scheme and genuine opportunities for long-term career progression – JOB REF: 215305591
OVERVIEW:
• Applications are welcomed from Solicitors and Barristers qualified to practise in England & Wales, with at least 2 years’ PQE in criminal law, whether gained in defence or prosecution.
• Join a highly regarded organisation and retrain as a specialist Prosecutions Lawyer, gaining valuable experience across a varied and complex criminal caseload while developing specialist expertise in prosecution work.
• You’ll handle a broad range of criminal matters, using your advocacy, case preparation and analytical skills to build strong cases and make a meaningful contribution to the delivery of justice. With structured career progression, ongoing professional support and comprehensive training, you’ll have everything you need to develop and succeed.
• The ideal candidate will have strong advocacy and case management skills, a commitment to justice and public service, and the ambition to build a rewarding long-term career in prosecutions.
• This is a rare opportunity to join a respected organisation with a strong reputation for professional development and a supportive, collaborative culture. Full training is provided, making this an excellent opportunity for an experienced criminal lawyer looking to take their career in a new and rewarding direction.
HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Gemma Jones 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.

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