Job Title: Assistant Head of CrimeLocation: HammersmithSalary: £65,000 per year
We are seeking an experienced Crime Solicitor to serve as Assistant Head of our Hammersmith Office, helping to manage the day-to-day operations while also fulfilling the role of Supervising Solicitor. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to help lead a team, provide high-quality client representation, and oversee the development of junior staff within the Crime Department.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Management:
Oversee the operational management of the Hammersmith office, ensuring compliance with firm policies and procedures
Provide strategic input into office development and growth
Act as the primary liaison between the office and senior leadership
Supervision and Mentorship:
Supervise and support crime solicitors, paralegals, and trainees, ensuring case quality and adherence to regulatory standards
Deliver regular feedback and provide guidance on professional development
Casework:
Represent clients in police stations, Magistrate’ Court, and Crown Court
Prepare and manage case files with a high level of organisation and attention to detail
Handle complex and serious crime cases, demonstrating robust advocacy skills
Compliance and Administration:
Ensure all team members adhere to the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) standards and the firm’s policies
Monitor and manage team appraisals
Key Requirements:
A minimum of 5 years PQE with extensive experience in crime work
Higher Rights of Audience qualification preferred
Demonstrate experience in supervision and team management
Strong advocacy and case preparation skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Working with us:
We will offer ongoing training and support to develop your career as part of a strong and growing multi-office team.
Our offices are friendly, working entirely paperless with recent significant investment in modern IT to enable you to work proficiently.
We offer a great package of annual leave to ensure you get enough time away from work. Our annual leave for this role provides 23 days (plus bank holidays/Christmas and New Year).
We review annual leave and increase with service.
Employee benefits with GTS:
Competitive base salary
Pension Scheme with employer contribution
Benenden Health Care
Administrative support
Firm laptop
Ongoing training and development
Hybrid working arrangements
Support from colleagues for case cover
Supportive supervision from mentors
Annual appraisals and salary reviews
Bi-annual parties for Summer and Christmas
Additional pers and benefits
Competitive training packages
We have a dedicated in-bound telephony team to take calls and messages for our fee earners. Lawyers also have the benefit of dictation and support staff to assist in easing the pressure and enabling efficient working.
We are a multi-office, multi-service Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners firm recognised for excellence in a variety of legal fields.
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