Duty Solicitor - Mansfield - Simpson Judge Ltd : Job Details

ROLE: Duty SolicitorSALARY: NegotiableLOCATION: Mansfield We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified and experienced Solicitor to join a long established and highly regarded Criminal Law team, covering the Nottinghamshire area.Applicants should be confident and enthusiastic, with experience of representing clients at the Police Station and Magistrates Court. A Duty Solicitor accreditation would be a significant advantage but we will also consider those still working towards their accreditation.

The ideal candidate will also have:* Team-working skills, together with the ability to use individual initiative relating to their own responsibilities* Strong advocacy skills* Excellent communication skills, combined with organisational and administrative ability* Well-developed IT capability* A professional attitude towards work and career matters, while supporting the development of the Practice* A clean, current UK driver's licence and their own vehicle.Benefits will include:* A competitive salary, subject to relevant Criminal experience* Additional payment for out of hours Police Station work (50% off all visits)* Pension scheme with employer contributions* Generous holiday entitlement, including a day off on your birthday* Support for CPD/education and genuine career opportunities* Family orientated employment practices with genuine consideration for flexible working.* Professional, friendly office environment in central Mansfield.