NQ Litigation Solicitor

Our Client a growing boutique Litigation firm specialising in high-stakes litigation, white-collar crime, and complex fraud investigations. The are seeking a talented and ambitious Criminal Defence and Fraud NQ Solicitor with 2 to 3 years NQ experience to join our discrete, highly regarded team.

In this role, you will work directly with partners on high-profile, sensitive cases. You will handle a mixed caseload of serious general crime and complex financial crime, including corporate fraud, bribery, corruption, tax evasion, and asset forfeiture. This position offers an exceptional opportunity for a NQ lawyer to gain significant autonomy, direct client contact, and hands-on trial experience in a supportive, collaborative boutique environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and assist on a diverse caseload of private criminal defence matters and complex financial fraud investigations.
• Draft high-quality legal documents, including witness statements, representations, case analyses, and instructions to counsel.
• Attend police stations and regulatory interviews to advise corporate and individual clients at critical stages of investigations.
• Actively prepare cases for trial in the Magistrates' Court and Crown Court, working closely with leading criminal defence barristers.
• Conduct thorough legal research and factual analysis on complex regulatory frameworks and criminal statutes.
• Maintain exceptional client relationships, providing clear, empathetic, and highly strategic legal advice to individuals under significant stress.
• Contribute to the firm's business development initiatives, including writing legal updates and attending networking events.

Key Requirements

• Newley Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 2–3 years NQ experience in criminal defence and/or fraud litigation.
• Proven experience handling general criminal matters alongside corporate or financial crime investigations (SFO, FCA, HMRC, or CPS prosecutions).
• Exceptional analytical and research skills, with a sharp eye for detail when reviewing complex financial evidence or digital forensics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal arguments persuasively.
• A proactive, resilient, and collaborative mindset, with the adaptability required to thrive in a fast-paced boutique environment.