via Reed · 19 August 2026 ·34 days ago

Criminal Solicitor

The Legists
Swindon Full-time
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Criminal Lawyer, 2+ PQE, Swindon, £55,975 - £63,500. Are you ready for a fresh challenge and a new direction in your career? This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious Criminal Lawyer to transition into a Prosecutions role, with comprehensive training and development provided. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Kaye Thumpston on with a copy of your CV – JOB REF: 5043

OVERVIEW:

  • Applications are welcomed from Solicitors and Barristers qualified to practice within England & Wales, with at least two years’ PQE in criminal law - in defence or prosecution.

  • You will manage a varied caseload, developing expertise in the prosecution of complex criminal matters and working on cases to make a meaningful impact. The role offers exposure to a broad range of matters, clear pathways for progression, and ongoing professional support.

  • You will demonstrate strong advocacy, case preparation, and analytical skills, a commitment to justice and public service, and the ambition to develop specialist technical expertise in prosecutions.

  • This is a rare chance to join a respected organisation known for its structured career development programmes, and a supportive, collaborative culture. Full training will be provided, making it an excellent opportunity for those seeking a fresh and rewarding career direction.
HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Kaye Thumpston on or email with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.

eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

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