Solicitor - Police Station Representative

Opportunity available for a 2+ PQE Solicitor/Fee Earner with Police Station Representative Accreditation to join a Business Crime and Regulation team that is ranked as a Top Tier Fraud Firm by the Legal 500, as well as Chambers and Partners. This role will require police station cover (so you must be able to cover a 24-hour Police Station duty rota), attendance at court and preparation for Crown Court cases. Skills and experience required: * Solicitor with 2+ years post qualification experience, though we would also welcome CILEX or Senior Paralegal applicants with minimum 2 years’ relevant experience. * All applicants must hold Police Station Representative Accreditation, a full, clean driving licence and access to a vehicle that can be used for work. * Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of criminal law, practices and procedures including the Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE). * Advise at Police Stations in all cases. * Prepare cases at all levels of court in connection with crime law issues. * Undertake advocacy at court in connection with crime cases (no higher rights). * Determine appropriately the need for experts, agents or counsel to be instructed upon issues which they are to address. * Understand and put into practice Legal Aid Agency Franchise requirements. * Experience in Police misconduct matters would be advantageous. On offer: * Negotiable salary depending on experience. * A minimum of 25 days' annual leave (increasing with length of service) plus office closure between Christmas and New Year. * A one hour early finish, one Friday a month. * Two days a year to do charitable work. * Opportunities to get involved in sports teams, hobby clubs, and social events. * Access to Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders. * Annual promotions process open to all staff. If you fulfil the criteria for this role, and are interested in finding out more information, apply online for immediate consideration