Crime & Regulatory Solicitor

Crime & Regulatory Associate 3-5+ PQE | Leading L500 & HNW Chambers Ranked | North-London | Hybrid working up to 3 Days per week | Work directly alongside an industry leading Partner

The Firm:

A growing UK law firm is looking to expand its Crime & Regulatory team, offering a collaborative, less hierarchical environment where lawyers are trusted with responsibility and supported in their development.

The team handles a broad range of criminal defence matters, from police station advice through to Magistrates' and Crown Court proceedings, with a strong focus on client care and high-quality representation.

The Role:

You will manage a varied criminal defence caseload, develop your advocacy experience and work alongside experienced colleagues on complex matters.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing cases from police station advice through to court proceedings and Crown Court preparation.
• Undertaking Magistrates' Court advocacy and supporting Crown Court matters.
• Reviewing evidence, developing case strategies and preparing legal arguments.
• Advising clients through sensitive and challenging situations.
• Drafting persuasive representations, applications and correspondence.
• Working collaboratively while taking ownership of your caseload.

Why This Role?

• Meaningful responsibility: Manage your own caseload and develop your professional judgement.
• Career development: Build your advocacy experience and strengthen your Crown Court expertise.
• Senior-level exposure: Work closely with experienced lawyers, firm leadership and clients.
• Supportive culture: Join a collaborative team that values expertise over hierarchy.
• Long-term progression: Develop your career within an expanding practice.
• Work that matters: Represent clients facing serious allegations and make a tangible difference to their lives.

The Candidate & Benefits:

• You will be a solicitor with 3-5 years' PQE in criminal defence, ideally gained within a reputable private practice firm.
• Police station accreditation (essential).
• Strong Magistrates' Court advocacy experience and practical Crown Court exposure.
• Excellent written communication and analytical skills.
• The ability to manage pressure, complex evidence and competing deadlines.
• A resilient, practical approach and a genuine commitment to client care.
• Experience at a Legal 500-recognised firm or equivalent is desirable. Regulatory experience is an advantage but not essential.

This is an opportunity for a criminal defence solicitor to take on meaningful responsibility, develop their expertise and progress within a supportive, expanding team.