Criminal Duty Solicitor

My client is searching for a Criminal Duty Solicitor to join their team in Eastbourne, East Sussex.

Applications for this role will be considered from qualified solicitors or equivalent who are duty solicitor qualified.

Duties and responsibilities

• Candidates will need to have a proactive approach and be client-focused, with a flexible attitude to their work. The role will include court work and advocacy with the added duty of advising clients at the police station.
• You will also be expected to optimise opportunities for developing client relationships and manage your own caseload efficiently as well as prioritising the workload of the support staff.
• As the duty solicitor, you will be part of the out-of-hours rota for attending police stations and of course, supporting in the preparation for crown court as needed.

My client has an excellent reputation and is confident that they can provide you with high-quality work and a friendly supportive working environment. You will work with an experienced team and as such you will be provided with the support and training that you need to progress.

Benefits

• On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package in a firm with a progressive and proactive approach to training and career progression and a friendly, professional working environment.
• My client is also looking for those candidates who, if haven’t already, are interested in obtaining the Higher Rights of Audience accreditation as this is something they would offer up as an opportunity once the probationary period has been completed.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.