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Criminal Defence Solicitor

£37.5 - £44.2 per hourEstimated
Full-time
Bristol
Criminal Defence Solicitor (Associate / Senior Associate, 3+ PQE), Bristol, £Competitive + Excellent Benefits – An exceptional opportunity for an experienced Criminal Defence Solicitor to join one of the UK's leading specialist regulatory and criminal defence teams. Acting for insurers, corporate clients and individuals on complex and high-profile matters, this role offers access to market-leading work and genuine long-term career progression. REF: 4578

THE ROLE:

Joining a nationally recognised Criminal Defence team, you will handle a varied and challenging caseload encompassing regulatory investigations, criminal prosecutions and inquests. You will advise clients facing Health & Safety Executive prosecutions, Environment Agency and Local Authority investigations, motor offence prosecutions, including fatal accident cases, as well as matters involving care providers, the CQC and directors facing criminal or regulatory proceedings. Working alongside recognised experts in the field, you will take responsibility for complex matters from initial instruction through to resolution, whilst also playing an active role in business development, client training and raising the profile of the team.

THE CANDIDATE:

Applications are welcomed from Solicitors with at least three years' PQE and a strong background in criminal defence and regulatory work. Experience defending Health & Safety Executive prosecutions is essential, alongside excellent advocacy, drafting and client management skills. You will be commercially aware, technically strong and capable of managing complex matters with confidence. A collaborative approach, excellent organisational skills and a genuine interest in developing client relationships and supporting business development initiatives will be key to your success.

THE FIRM:

This national law firm is recognised for its expertise across the insurance and regulatory sectors and is home to one of the largest specialist criminal defence teams in the UK. With an impressive client base, high-quality work and a collaborative culture, the firm offers outstanding opportunities for ambitious lawyers looking to develop their careers alongside recognised leaders in the field.

HOW TO APPLY:

Contact Penny Trotman at eNL on Show phone number or email View email address on pertemps.co.uk with your CV, or call for a confidential discussion about this opportunity or other Criminal Defence and Regulatory roles available nationwide.

eNL will never share your CV without your express permission. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.
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