Criminal Solicitor in City of London

Criminal Solicitor in City of London

City of London Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Kingsley Wood

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead complex criminal cases and develop your own client base with full autonomy.
  • Company: Innovative legal consultancy transforming the way lawyers operate.
  • Benefits: Earn up to 85% of your billings, enjoy flexible hours, and receive full operational support.
  • Other info: Join a supportive network and thrive in a modern, flexible working environment.
  • Why this job: Take control of your career while making a real impact in the legal field.
  • Qualifications: 4+ years PQE in criminal law with strong advocacy and business development skills.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

Kingsley Wood is an innovative legal consultancy at the forefront of changing how lawyers work today. Our platform offers true independence and autonomy, combined with the strength of a trusted community and a well-established infrastructure.

We provide the tools, support, and framework our Consultant Partners need to thrive and build successful, sustainable practices, empowering experienced litigators to focus on delivering outstanding client outcomes while growing their own business.

What we offer:

  • A genuine consultant partner model with autonomy and flexibility and competitive fees share structure
  • Full administrative, compliance, and operational support
  • Access to a collaborative partner network
  • Modern legal tech infrastructure
  • The ability to build a sustainable, scalable client following without traditional firm constraints
  • Earn up to 85% of what you bill, the minimum being 75%
  • Flexibility on hours and days you work
  • PII cover

The Role:

We are seeking a criminal solicitor with strong experience across a broad range of complex criminal work in the capacity of a Partner and participating in business development. If you are a criminal solicitor looking for the next step in your career, enjoying full control over your client relationships and fee arrangements, this opportunity is perfect for you.

The Candidate:

You will be an experienced, commercially astute lawyer who:

  • Has 4 years’+ PQE in criminal law
  • Demonstrates strong technical drafting and advocacy skills
  • Is comfortable generating work through existing contacts and business development initiatives
  • Is ambitious, entrepreneurial, and motivated to grow their own client following
  • Thrives in a flexible, modern working environment

Candidates with an existing client following or clear business plan will be particularly attractive.

Criminal Solicitor in City of London employer: Kingsley Wood

Kingsley Wood is an exceptional employer for Criminal Solicitors, offering a fully remote working environment that champions independence and flexibility. With a competitive fee share structure, comprehensive support, and access to a collaborative network, we empower our Consultant Partners to thrive in their careers while building sustainable practices. Join us to enjoy the freedom to manage your own client relationships and work hours, all within a modern legal tech framework that fosters growth and innovation.

Kingsley Wood

Contact Details:

Kingsley Wood Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Criminal Solicitor in City of London

Criminal Law Expertise
Technical Drafting Skills
Advocacy Skills
Business Development
Client Relationship Management
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Commercial Awareness