Criminal Defence Solicitor
Location: Nottingham (Hybrid – 2 days in office, non-negotiable)
Salary: Up to £65,000 DOE (flexibility for exceptional candidates)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Synergy Plus Recruitment is supporting a nationally recognised law firm in their search for an experienced Criminal Defence Solicitor to join their Specialist Criminal Law Team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Criminal Defence Solicitor to join a respected firm handling complex and high-profile criminal matters, with a strong focus on serious crime and white-collar crime.
You will act as a Criminal Defence Solicitor managing a varied caseload of private criminal defence matters, providing strategic advice and representation from investigation through to conclusion.
The role offers exposure to high-quality work, strong partner access, and a supportive team environment with genuine career progression.
Key Responsibilities:
*Work as a Criminal Defence Solicitor within a specialist criminal law team
*Manage a varied caseload including serious and complex criminal matters
*Handle cases involving:
*Fraud (SFO / HMRC / FCA)
*Sexual offences
*POCA and confiscation proceedings
*Regulatory prosecutions (HSE, Trading Standards, etc.)
*Provide clear legal advice and strong client representation throughout proceedings
*Attend police stations, courts, and client meetings as required
*Work collaboratively with solicitors and consultant lawyers within the team
*For senior candidates, manage and develop a client following where applicable
Requirements:
*7+ PQE preferred (5–10 PQE considered depending on experience)
*Strong background in criminal defence (private or mixed practice)
*Experience handling serious and complex criminal cases
*Confident in client-facing and court environments
*Strong case management and independent working ability
*Advocacy experience desirable
Benefits:
*Private healthcare
*Life assurance
*Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
*28 days holiday + birthday + Bank Holidays
*Certified Great Place to Work employer
*Strong career development opportunities
*Legal 500 & Chambers ranked firm
Additional Information:
*Hybrid working (2 days per week in Nottingham office – non-negotiable)
*Strong pipeline of high-quality private criminal defence work
*Supportive and established specialist team
Apply:
If you are a Criminal Defence Solicitor looking to join a highly regarded firm with excellent quality work and long-term progression, apply today.