At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage diverse criminal defence cases and support high-profile investigations.
- Company: Respected national legal practice with a strong focus on criminal defence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible benefits, and robust wellbeing programmes.
- Other info: Opportunities for ongoing training and clear career progression.
- Why this job: Join a leading team and make a real impact in criminal law.
- Qualifications: 1-4 years PQE in criminal defence and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 60000 £ per year.
A highly respected national legal practice is seeking a Criminal Defence Solicitor (1-4 years PQE) to join its specialist Criminal Defence and Regulatory team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work within one of the largest and most experienced criminal defence/regulatory teams in the UK, handling complex, high profile and varied matters across multiple sectors.
The Role
- Managing a diverse caseload of criminal defence and regulatory matters, including:
- Defending motor prosecutions, including serious and fatal cases
- Handling HSE, Local Authority and Environment Agency prosecutions
- Supporting complex care home and CQC related investigations
- Assisting with high profile inquests and D&O matters
- Applying strong technical expertise to achieve positive outcomes on complex cases
- Managing files in line with client expectations, SLAs and best practice
- Analysing risk and exercising sound judgement in decision making
- Prioritising work effectively and maximising efficiency
- Contributing to team development, knowledge sharing and improved working practices
- Supporting business development through articles, presentations and seminars
Candidate Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor with 1-4 years PQE in criminal defence and/or regulatory work
- Experience defending HSE prosecutions
- Strong academic background
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a wider commercial insurance team
- Confidence to support junior colleagues where required
- Motivation to contribute to business development and client training
- A proactive, self motivated and commercially aware approach
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Flexible benefits tailored to individual and family needs
- Robust wellbeing and support programmes
- A fair, engaging and supportive recruitment process
- Ongoing training, development and clear career progression opportunities
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact: Email: Phone: / The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.
Solicitor - Criminal Defence - Bristol - 1-4 Years PQE employer: Job Search Place Limited
Join a highly respected national legal practice in Bristol, where you will be part of one of the largest and most experienced criminal defence teams in the UK. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, flexible benefits, and ongoing professional development, this firm offers a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation. You will have the opportunity to manage a diverse caseload while contributing to meaningful cases, all within a dynamic environment that prioritises your career growth.
