About

This is a rare opportunity to join a national public sector prosecuting authority in an entry-level Prosecutor role, based in locations local to you. It's ideal for newly qualified lawyers or lawyers looking to retrain into criminal law, with no prior criminal experience required. You'll receive a comprehensive induction, structured training and early advocacy experience in the Magistrates' Court. Client Details You'll be joining a national public body at the heart of the criminal justice system, responsible for making fair, independent decisions on prosecutions across England and Wales. The organisation is known for its excellent training, clear career pathways and commitment to public service. You'll work alongside experienced prosecutors, investigators and legal professionals, gaining exposure to a wide variety of cases and developing into a confident courtroom advocate. Description The Criminal Lawyer will be responsible for: Making independent decisions on whether cases should proceed or be discontinuedAdvising police and investigators on evidential and legal issuesPreparing and presenting prosecution cases in the Magistrates' CourtCommunicating decisions clearly to courts, police, witnesses and defendantsWorking collaboratively within a multidisciplinary legal team Profile You will be: A qualified Solicitor or Barrister with a valid practising certificate (CILEx candidates with advocacy rights are also eligible)Completed LPC / SQE / Bar Training or equivalentMotivated, intellectually strong and committed to public serviceKeen to develop advocacy skills and courtroom confidenceComfortable making decisions and communicating them clearlyReady to build criminal law expertise quickly with structured support Job Off