Solicitor in Dartford

Duty Solicitor – Crime Team

City of London | Office Based | Up to £47,000 DOE

GMP Recruitment are proud to be supporting a highly respected Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners recognised law firm in the recruitment of Duty Solicitors to join their Crime Team in the City of London Office. This is a full-time position within a dynamic and growing team, offering an excellent opportunity for professional development within an award-winning law firm.

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will be responsible for representing clients detained at police stations. The role will include:

• Providing expert legal representation and advice to clients detained at police stations, ensuring their rights are protected throughout the investigative process.
• Managing a varied caseload of criminal defence matters from initial instruction through to conclusion, advising clients on a broad spectrum of offences and maintaining high standards of client care throughout.
• Preparing cases, reviewing evidence, liaising with clients, police, prosecutors, and other relevant parties to develop effective defence strategies.
• Conducting advocacy before the Magistrates’ Court, including first appearances, bail applications, case management hearings, pleas, sentencing hearings, and summary trials.
• For candidates with Higher Rights of Audience, undertaking advocacy in the Crown Court, including hearings, applications, and trial work where appropriate.

Candidate Requirements

To be considered, applicants should possess:

• At least 1 year’s PQE in criminal matters;
• Crime duty accreditation is preferred but not essential (successful candidates without accreditation will be expected to obtain it by January 2027);
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills;
• IT proficiency and ability to work with case management systems;
• Ability to manage a demanding caseload with minimal supervision;
• Pragmatic, professional, and positive approach to work;
• Passion for publicly funded legal work;
• Strong attention to detail and confidence to work independently as well as in a team;
• Excellent client and team-building skills;
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.

Salary & Benefits

Our client offers an excellent package including:

• Competitive salary UP TO £47,000 DOE
• A positive and supportive working environment;
• Exposure to industry specialists and career development opportunities;
• A team that prides itself on promoting from within;

About Our Client

Our client is a nationally recognised multi-office law firm with an excellent reputation across a variety of legal disciplines. The firm continues to invest heavily in both its people and technology, providing an environment where solicitors are fully supported to succeed professionally whilst maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

For further information or a confidential discussion, please click apply. GMP Recruitment Agency Ltd agency are recruiting for this role on behalf of our client and are acting as a Recruitment Agency.