Criminal Solicitor (NQ–2 PQE)

Job description

Criminal Solicitor (NQ–2 PQE)

Pulse On Recruitment

Location: West Yorkshire (Remote / Hybrid)

Salary: £28,000–£32,000 + paid police station rota

Hours: Full-time or Part-time

Contract: Permanent

Overview

Pulse On Recruitment is working with a respected criminal defence firm in West Yorkshire to recruit a Criminal Defence Solicitor.

This role is open to:

• Newly qualified solicitors
• Solicitors slightly over-qualified
• Candidates from legal aid backgrounds
• Solicitors transitioning from civil or family law

Training and ongoing supervision will be provided where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Police station attendances
• Magistrates’ court advocacy
• Criminal case preparation and management
• Participation in police station rota (3 nights every 6 weeks – £100 per call-out)
• Client care and legal correspondence

Flexible Working

• Remote working available
• Occasional office attendance
• Full-time or part-time options considered

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified solicitor (NQ–2 PQE preferred, flexibility offered)
• Interest in criminal defence work
• Background in criminal, legal aid, civil, or family law welcomed
• Willing to participate in police station rota
• Strong communication and organisational skills

What’s on Offer

• £28,000–£32,000 salary
• Paid police station rota (£100 per call-out)
• Remote / hybrid working model
• Company laptop and mobile phone provided
• Supportive firm with structured supervision

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

West Yorkshire

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

04-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English