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Form of workOpportunity available for a 2+ PQE Solicitor/Fee Earner with Police Station Representative Accreditation to join a Business Crime and Regulation team that is ranked as a Top Tier Fraud Firm by the Legal 500, as well as Chambers and Partners.
This role will require Police Station cover (so you must be able to cover a 24-hour Police Station duty rota), attendance at court and preparation for Crown Court cases.
Skills and experience required:
- Solicitor with 2+ years post qualification experience, though we would also welcome CILEX or Senior Paralegal applicants with minimum 2 years’ relevant experience.
- ???????All applicants must hold Police Station Representative Accreditation, a full, clean driving licence and access to a vehicle that can be used for work.
- Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of criminal law, practices and procedures including the Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE).
- Advise at Police Stations in all cases.
- Prepare cases at all levels of court in connection with crime law issues.
- Undertake advocacy at court in connection with crime cases (no higher rights).
- Determine appropriately the need for experts, agents or counsel to be instructed upon issues which they are to address.
- Understand and put into practice Legal Aid Agency Franchise requirements.
- Experience in Police misconduct matters would be advantageous.
On offer:
- Negotiable salary depending on experience.
- A minimum of 25 days' annual leave (increasing with length of service) plus office closure between Christmas and New Year.
- A one hour early finish, one Friday a month.
- Two days a year to do charitable work.
- Opportunities to get involved in sports teams, hobby clubs, and social events.
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders.
- Annual promotions process open to all staff.
If you fulfil the criteria for this role, and are interested in finding out more information, apply online for immediate consideration.
