Main characteristics
- Location
- Manchester, Manchester
- Company
- Heat Recruitment Ltd
- Employment type
- Permanent
- Category
- Legal
Job summary
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
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