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Solicitor NQ - Criminal Defence - Warrington

We are seeking to recruit a Newly Qualified Solicitor for our expanding Crime team. This is a fantastic opportunity to launch your career in a supportive team environment, handling a varied caseload and gaining exposure to advocacy and client representation.

The role involves:

  • Managing a varied caseload of criminal matters for a mix of legal aid and privately funded clients
  • Attending court hearings and representing clients at police stations
  • Conducting advocacy in Magistrates Court - training and support provided
  • Managing a caseload of Crown Court cases
  • Liaising with other solicitors in the team, clients, courts and third parties
  • Progressing cases efficiently
  • Preparing clear, accurate documentation and providing legal advice 
  • Supporting senior lawyers and contributing to team objectives
  • Ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards
  • Exposure to interesting and complex cases
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment

Essential skills:

  • Newly Qualified Solicitor with experience of criminal law
  • Strong understanding of Criminal Law and court procedures
  • 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 - training and support provided
  • Willingness to work towards Duty Solicitor status

Company Benefits: 

  • Training, ongoing professional development and progression opportunities
  • Competitive salary and benefits package 
  • Additional payments for specific out of hours attendances
  • Performance based bonus schemes
  • Medicash Scheme and EAP (enrolled after a 3 month probation period)
  • Hybrid working scheme after successful completion of probation period
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Monthly fun events with prizes
  • 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)


Apply in the strictest confidence by email with CV to HRteam@hcbgroup.com or for an initial informal conversation call Jonathan Conder on 07814 791713.