Job Description

Taylor Law are seeking a dedicated and skilled criminal and misconduct solicitor to join our expanding Criminal and Professional Discipline team. We are a well-established firm with a strong reputation in criminal and professional discipline matters. We are committed to providing high quality representation to our clients.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of criminal defence law and practice and will handle a varied and challenging caseload, representing clients in criminal and disciplinary matters. The role offers the opportunity to work on complex cases, advocate for clients at all stages of proceedings and contribute to the continued success of the firm. You will act for a range of institutional and individual clients (predominantly for police officers) in crime, discipline and judicial review matters. You will manage your own files with appropriate supervision and support.

The successful candidate must have proven experience in dealing with criminal cases. They must have experience in advising at the police station and advocacy experience will be a distinct advantage, as will experience in disciplinary work (although training in this area will be given to the right candidate.) The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate strong technical ability, be comfortable in managing deadlines, be able to maintain accurate file management and billing practices and work collaboratively with colleagues and external stakeholders.

We offer full flexibility. Candidates may work remotely from anywhere in the UK as we adopt a hybrid arrangement, or be based in one of our offices. We will provide the technology and support required to work effectively and to maintain client service standards, together with regular team engagement and professional development.

We offer a competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience, together with career progression, ongoing training and a positive inclusive working environment.

Experience wise, we anticipate that this role will be suitable for anyone from NQ-3yrs PQE, although applicants from lawyers of any PQE level are welcomed.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact the office.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to 40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime Work from home
Experience:

Criminal law: 3 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person