Crime Solicitor - London, Oxford and Manchester

Itn Solicitors; London, Oxford, Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ITN Solicitors is seeking a Crime Solicitor for its London, Oxford, and Manchester offices. The role offers a chance to join an award-winning firm, providing expert legal representation in criminal law. Ideal candidates will be proactive individuals committed to justice, capable of managing a diverse caseload in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working

23 days holiday p.a. plus public & Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Regular social activities

Qualifications

• Applications from duty qualified, newly qualified solicitors, or trainees/SQE candidates nearing qualification are welcome.
• Commitment to providing access to justice and sharing ITN’s commitments.

Responsibilities

• Managing a busy case load and advising clients at the police station.
• Preparing appeals to higher courts and participating in the out of hours rota.
• Building an own client following and managing legal aid and private client criminal defence cases.

Skills

Client relationship building

Interest in criminal defence law

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

Crime Solicitor - London, Oxford and Manchester

Job Title: Crime Solicitor
Location:London, Oxford and Manchester
Contract:Permanent, full-time position
Salary: Competitive
Benefits include:Hybrid working; 23 days holiday p.a. plus public & Bank Holidays; pensionscheme and cycle to work scheme. We also have regular social activities & genuinely pride ourselves on having a supportive & friendly culture.

We have a number of vacancies for solicitors to join our leading Crime Department in our London, Oxford or Manchester offices. The position will provide an excellent opportunity for criminal solicitors to develop their expertise at an award-winning firm with a reputation for excellence.

We are open to applications from duty qualified, newly qualified solicitors, or trainees/SQE candidates nearing qualification.

The Firm

ITN Solicitors is a leading law firm with offices in the City (Aldgate) and East London (Stratford City area). We have departments in Crime, Human Rights, Public Law, Children & Family Law, Immigration, and Actions Against the Police. ITN has a large own client following and conducts a significant proportion of its work on behalf of private clients.
We conduct complex and high-profile work. Our cases are regularly reported in the media. ITN Solicitors is ranked in both the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners as a leading firm in Crime and Civil Liberties & Human Rights. We are also ranked in the Legal 500 for Family and Immigration work.

The Department

The firm has a leading crime department with a large own client following. We deal with a wide range of criminal work from the investigation stage to the appellate courts, encompassing serious crime, fraud and protest. The department is particularly noted for expertise in dealing with unusually complex or politically sensitive cases.
This is a great opportunity to join a vibrant and growing team who share a collegiate approach to work and are committed to fighting for justice.

The Applicant Specification

We are committed to equality and diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are looking for qualified solicitors who meet the specification below.

• Duty status and Higher Rights would be an advantage but not essential for Solicitors
• Have a strong academic background.
• Have a genuine interest in working in criminal defence law
• Will have the ability to demonstrate good client relationship building skills
• Commitment to providing access to justice to all
• Shares ITN’s commitment to providing clients a first-class service

The Role

The successful applicant will become a valued member of our driven crime team and the role will include:

• Managing a busy case load
• Advising clients at the police station, Magistrates’ and/or Crown Court.
• Preparing appeals to higher courts as needed
• Participating in the out of hours rota scheme
• Building an own client following
• Preparing and managing legal aid and private client criminal defence cases
• Working individually or as part of a team as necessary

We are looking for hard-working and proactive individuals who are able to use their initiative and develop their own caseload. A positive attitude and an active interest in this area of law are essential.

Applications should be made by way of a CV and covering letter to [e-mail]

We reserve the right to close these vacancies should suitable candidates be identified prior to the deadline.