CareerPlan

Solicitor (2 - 5 PQE), Criminal Defence and Professional Disciplinary

LondonFull-time2026-08-12 → 2026-11-11

Core

Experienced solicitor providing criminal defence and professional disciplinary representation for privately funded clients, primarily professionals.

Role type

Mid-senior IC solicitor (criminal defence & professional disciplinary)

Builds

Legal representation and case management for criminal prosecutions and regulatory disciplinary matters

Domain

Legal services (Criminal Law & Professional Regulation)

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

Criminal defence expertise, knowledge of Criminal Procedure Rules, police investigation experience, private instructions handling, case management autonomy, commercial acumen, marketing/business development, advanced Microsoft Office, case management systems

Preferred skills

Experience at a leading or specialist boutique firm, ability to meet financial targets, ambition for business growth

Technologies

Microsoft Office (advanced), case management systems

Responsibilities

Defend criminal prosecutions, handle professional regulatory/disciplinary cases, manage own caseload, advise private clients, contribute to firm marketing and business development

Seniority

Mid-senior (2-5 PQE), hands-on IC