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A national public sector prosecuting authority is recruiting Senior Crown Prosecutors across Yorkshire. This is a career-defining opportunity for experienced criminal lawyers ready to step into complex, sensitive and high-profile casework. You'll play a central role in charging decisions, advocacy and justice delivery, while working on cases that genuinely matter to communities. Client Details You'll be joining a national public body at the core of the criminal justice system, responsible for making independent, fair prosecution decisions across England and Wales. Known for its high standards, complex caseloads and strong development culture, the organisation offers meaningful legal careers where your work directly impacts public confidence and legal outcomes. You'll collaborate with experienced prosecutors, investigators and external agencies on some of the most serious cases in the system. Description The Criminal Lawyer will: Advise police and investigators on complex and high-risk caseworkMake charging decisions and prepare cases for Magistrates' and Crown CourtConduct advocacy in serious and sensitive hearings, including Youth Court and multi-day trialsClearly explain legal decisions to police, counsel, victims and the courtsManage your own caseload within a specialist teamsContribute to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team and share best practice Profile You will be: A qualified Solicitor or Barrister with a valid practising certificate (CILEx candidates with advocacy rights are also eligible)Experienced in criminal law, ideally with Magistrates' and/or Crown Court exposureA confident decision-maker with strong analytical and advocacy skillsMotivated by public service and the delivery of justiceComfortable working with externa