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Criminal Solicitor

Certain Advantage
Posted 16 days ago, valid for 20 hours
Location

Blackburn, Lancashire BB1 8PE

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Certain Advantage is seeking a qualified duty solicitor for their Criminal department in Blackburn.
  • The role requires 3–5 years of post-qualification experience and offers a salary range of £40,000-£42,000 depending on experience.
  • Key responsibilities include providing legal advice, representing clients in police stations and courts, and participating in an out-of-hours rota.
  • Candidates must possess strong client care skills, proven advocacy experience, and the ability to manage a personal caseload under pressure.
  • The position emphasizes teamwork, commercial awareness, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Criminal SolicitorLocation: BlackburnCertain Advantage are seeking a duty solicitor for my client in their Criminal department. We are looking for a qualified duty solicitor who can undertake work in the police station and Magistrates Court along with the preparation of cases in the Crown Court.Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver the best possible outcomes for clients by providing accurate advice and taking clear, precise instructions.
  • Collaborate with the team to represent clients effectively throughout all stages of the criminal justice process.
  • Adhere to the standards and procedures outlined in the Quality Manual and Criminal Contract.
  • Participate in the out-of-hours rota for court and police station coverage as required       
£40,000-£42,000 DOEThe individualWe are looking for someone who is:
  • Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive.
  • 3–5 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE).
  • Full, clean driving licence.
  •  Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
  • Strong client care skills and a professional approach.
  • Proven advocacy experience in the Magistrates’ Court.
  • Demonstrated commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
  • Commercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities for business growth.
  • Capability to develop and manage a personal caseload.
  • Strong team player with a positive and proactive attitude.
  • Experience working to defined targets and deadlines.
  • Skilled in managing a high-volume, varied workload.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Working with Certain AdvantageWe go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you’re hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we’ll work with you to find it.We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Business Support, Legal, Finance, Marketing, HR, IT and Engineering. If this job isn’t for you, head to certainadvantage.co.uk and register for job alerts and career guidance tips

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