Crime Duty Solicitor (3+ Years PQE)

About the role

We are partnering with a well‑established national law firm to recruit an experienced Crime Duty Solicitor to join their Blackburn office. The role involves managing a varied criminal caseload, representing clients at police stations and magistrates courts, and contributing to business development.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a busy caseload of criminal defence matters from instruction through to conclusion.
• Represent clients at Police Stations and Magistrates Courts.
• Participate in the out‑of‑hours Police Station rota.
• Deliver high levels of client care and professional legal advice.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, professional contacts and referral sources.
• Support business development initiatives and contribute to departmental growth.

Required profile

• A current practising certificate with the SRA or CILEX.
• At least 3 years post‑qualification experience in criminal law.
• Duty Solicitor accreditation, or willingness to become duty qualified.
• Ability to manage own caseload with minimal supervision.
• Excellent technical knowledge and procedural competence.
• Capability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

Required skills

What we offer

• 26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Birthday off after one year’s service.
• Hybrid and flexible working options.
• Company pension scheme.
• Medicash Health Plan.
• Performance‑related bonus opportunities.
• Ongoing training, development and genuine career progression.
• Supportive, collaborative and inclusive working environment.