Criminal Solicitor (Proceeds of Crime)

Criminal Solicitor (Proceeds of Crime)

Job reference: 3632 Location: Leeds PQE required: 4+ Circa salary: £65,000 (DOE).

Responsibilities

An experienced Solicitor is required to join a specialist team focusing on proceeds of crime within a national prosecution environment. The role involves advising, preparing and managing complex cases related to asset restraint, confiscation and enforcement, typically connected to serious and organised criminal activity. Key duties include:

• Analyse large volumes of evidence and advise investigators, law enforcement agencies and police forces from an early stage.
• Make informed decisions on charging and case strategy.
• Manage cases through all prosecution stages: drafting detailed legal documents, advising on disclosure, evidential issues and supporting advocacy in complex proceedings.
• Collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including investigative bodies and international partners, often handling cross border matters involving mutual legal assistance and asset recovery.
• Contribute to case strategy, prepare briefing materials and ensure cases progress efficiently in line with regulatory and procedural requirements.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor with:

• Strong experience in criminal law, particularly in proceeds of crime, asset recovery or complex financial investigations.
• Excellent analytical ability, drafting skills and capability to manage casework involving large volumes of material.
• Confidence in advising on evidential and procedural issues, with a sound understanding of criminal procedure and disclosure obligations.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Experience collaborating with multiple agencies or handling complex, multi jurisdictional matters is advantageous.

Benefits

Salary of up to £65,000 (DOE) plus a comprehensive benefits package, structured career development and the opportunity to work on high profile and complex cases within a specialist legal environment.

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