Criminal Defence Solicitor

Location: South Wales – multiple locations

Salary: Competitive / Negotiable depending on experience

Job Type: Permanent | Full-time

Working Arrangements: Flexible working available

The Opportunity

Paradigm Employment Services is looking to connect with experienced Criminal Defence Solicitors interested in opportunities with an established, growing legal practice in South Wales.

With continued investment and expansion within Criminal Defence, these opportunities offer the chance to work across both legal aid and privately funded criminal matters, alongside experienced legal professionals.

This could be an excellent next step for a Solicitor seeking greater career progression, flexibility and the opportunity to develop within an ambitious criminal law practice.

The Role

Responsibilities include:

• Managing criminal defence matters from initial instruction through to conclusion.
• Representing clients at police stations and Magistrates' Courts.
• Attending Crown Court proceedings as required.
• Providing clear, professional advice and representation.
• Handling both legally aided and privately funded cases.
• Maintaining excellent standards of client care and case management.

About You

We'd particularly like to hear from candidates who have:

• Qualified Solicitor status in England and Wales.
• Experience within Criminal Defence.
• Strong advocacy and client representation skills.
• The ability to manage cases independently.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A professional, client-focused approach.

Duty Solicitor accreditation would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive, negotiable salary depending on experience.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Full-time or part-time opportunities.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Additional day off for your birthday.
• Discounted legal services.
• Genuine opportunities for career development and progression.
• Exposure to both private and legal aid criminal defence work.

Interested?

Whether you're actively looking or simply open to hearing about opportunities within the Wales Criminal Defence market, I'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Contact: Michelle Letherby

Paradigm Employment Services

All enquiries will be treated confidentially.