Senior Criminal Defence Solicitor

The Role

Senior Criminal Defence Solicitor - Nottingham (with nationwide travel)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Criminal Defence Solicitor to join a highly regarded and specialist criminal law team in their Nottingham office.

This position offers the chance to work on a diverse and high-quality privately funded Crime caseload, advising both individuals and companies facing investigation or prosecution by a wide range of authorities.

You will provide confidential, high-quality legal advice and representation, guiding clients through every stage of their case while ensuring they fully understand their position and options. The role requires a sensitive, discreet, and client-focused approach, helping to minimise the impact of proceedings on clients’ personal and professional lives.

The caseload will include privately funded matters involving investigations and prosecutions by enforcement and regulatory bodies, alongside complex criminal cases such as fraud, serious sexual offences, and confiscation proceedings. The firm operates on a nationwide basis, and the role will involve travel to police stations and courts as required.

You will also contribute to maintaining the firm’s high professional standards, supporting business development initiatives, and collaborating closely with a team of experienced criminal lawyers.

The Candidate:

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• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 7+ years’ PQE
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• Strong experience handling a broad range of criminal defence matters
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• Proven track record managing complex cases and achieving successful outcomes
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• Excellent advocacy, negotiation, and communication skills
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• Experience advising clients across all stages of criminal proceedings
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• Strong client care and relationship management ability
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• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a specialist team
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• Strong organisational skills and effective time management
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• Thorough understanding of criminal law, procedure, and professional obligations
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• Happy to travel nationwide as per client location
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The Benefits and How to Apply:

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• Exposure to complex and high-quality cases and privately funded work
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• Competitive salary dependent on experience
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• Private medical insurance and life assurance
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• Generous holiday allowance
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• Supportive and collaborative team environment
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• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
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Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone

Contact: Abigail Lockett, Retained Recruitment Consultant

Direct Dial: 0203 918 1665 | Mobile: 07494 821 014

Email: [email protected]

More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments