We are looking to recruit a hardworking, reliable, and dedicated Criminal Defence Solicitor. Essential Requirements: - Hold a current Practicing Certificate Minimum of 2 years continued experience within criminal defence work Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Exceptional client management. Ability to work independently and as part of a team Excellent time management skills. Duty Solicitor Panel membership would be an advantage. Responsibilities: - Represent clients at the Police Station Represent clients at the Magistrates Courts, to include Trials Act as Litigator in Crown Court cases. Represent clients for varied offences, ranging from road traffic offences to serious sexual, drug and fraud cases. Maintain Professional Development Benefits 30 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays An additional days'' annual leave the working day before Christmas. Office Closure between Christmas and New Year (subject to diary commitments) Competitive Salary depending on experience. Company pension scheme. Professional membership payments. Ongoing Professional development. Additional leave for long service Office hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with additional out of hours police station call outs, when necessary, which are remunerated on a 50% split fee basis. Saturday/Bank Holiday court representation will be an occasional requirement. The office closes for lunch between 12.30pm and 1.30pm (subject to diary commitments). ..... full job details .....