HCB Solicitors
Solicitor
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About the Role
We are seeking to recruit an experienced Criminal Defence Solicitor in order to expand our Criminal Law team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, handling a varied caseload.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a varied caseload of criminal matters for a mix of legal aid and privately funded clients
- Conducting advocacy in Magistrates Court
- Managing a caseload of Crown Court cases
- Attending court hearings and representing clients at police stations
- Liaising with other solicitors in the team, clients, courts and third parties
- Progressing cases efficiently
- Preparing clear, accurate documentation and providing legal advice
- Supporting and contributing to team objectives
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards
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- Solicitor with experience in criminal law
- Excellent communication and client care skills
- Ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines
- IT proficiency and strong organisational skills
- A proactive, team-focused approach
Desirable Accreditations
- Police station Accreditation
- Duty Status or willingness to work towards it
Benefits
- Pension – The Peoples Partnership, 3% employer and 5% employee contribution which can be increased. Auto enrolled after 3 months but can join sooner if you wish.
- 26 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Christmas week closure.
- Holiday purchase scheme – Purchase 3 extra days per year. (Reviewed annually)
- Bonus holiday scheme (up to 12 additional days leave a year, for each monthly income target achieved).
- Annual bonus related to achievement of fee income targets. (Fee earner only)
- Hybrid working after successful probation period of 3 months. (Fee earner only)
- Online training courses.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Monthly fun events with prizes.
- Medicash Scheme and EAP (enrolled after a 3 month probation period)
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