Duty Solicitor

Job Description

Duty Solicitor \n
Location: St Albans/Bromley/Margate \n
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum\n
Job Type: Full-time\n
\n
The Opportunity\n
\nAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Duty Solicitor to join a busy and growing Criminal Defence team based in St Albans, Bromley and Margate. This role offers the opportunity to handle a varied criminal caseload, represent clients at police stations and in court, and develop your career within a supportive legal environment.\n
\n
\nThe successful candidate will be committed to access to justice and passionate about delivering high-quality legal representation to clients requiring publicly funded legal services.\n
\n
Key Responsibilities\n

\n
• Represent clients detained at police stations, providing clear advice and effective legal representation.
\n
• Manage a varied criminal defence caseload covering a broad range of offences.
\n
• Undertake advocacy in the Magistrates’ Court, including summary trials.
\n
• Attend Crown Court hearings where qualified to do so through Higher Rights of Audience.
\n
• Provide professional, practical advice and maintain high standards of client care.
\n
• Manage cases efficiently, ensuring deadlines and court requirements are met.
\n
• Maintain accurate case records and use case management systems effectively.
\n
• Work independently while contributing positively to the wider team.
\n

About You\n
\nThe ideal candidate will have:\n
\n

\n
• Solicitor qualification with at least one year’s post-qualification experience in criminal law.
\n
• Criminal Duty Solicitor accreditation, preferably; candidates without accreditation must be willing to obtain it.
\n
• Strong advocacy, communication and client-care skills.
\n
• Experience managing a demanding caseload with minimal supervision.
\n
• Confidence working independently and collaboratively within a team.
\n
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
\n
• Good IT skills and familiarity with case management systems.
\n
• A pragmatic, professional and positive approach to work.
\n
• A genuine commitment to publicly funded legal services and access to justice.
\n
• The ability to meet tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
\n

What’s on Offer\n

\n
• Competitive salary: Up to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.
\n
• A positive, supportive and collaborative working environment.
\n
• Opportunities to develop specialist criminal defence experience.
\n
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
\n
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced legal professionals.
\n
• A culture that encourages internal progression and development.
\n

Interested\n
\nIf you are interested in the role please contact Ellie on 01904 571760