Criminal Solicitor (Proceeds of Crime)

Overview

In this role you manage complex, high-profile proceeds of crime cases within a specialist prosecution setting. You shape case strategy early, coordinate with investigators, and oversee prosecutions from start to finish. You will advise on asset restraint, confiscation, and enforcement while handling disclosure and evidential matters. This is a visibility-driven position offering structured career progression in a demanding legal environment. You will work to deliver impactful results on serious criminal cases that shape enforcement outcomes.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive salary
• comprehensive benefits package
• structured career progression
• high-profile case exposure

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex proceeds of crime matters (asset restraint, confiscation, enforcement)
• Analyse large volumes of evidence and shape case strategy with investigators from early stages
• Oversee cases through the entire prosecution process and develop charging decisions
• Draft detailed legal documentation and provide guidance on disclosure and evidential issues

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 4 years’ PQE
• Strong criminal law experience
• Exposure to proceeds of crime, asset recovery or financial investigations (advantageous)

• Strong analytical abilities
• Effective collaboration with investigators and cross-functional teams
• Attention to detail and clear communication
• Proceeds of crime expertise
• Asset restraint and confiscation
• Enforcement and disclosure handling

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