Solicitor / Trainee Solicitor

Criminal Duty Solicitor at Poole Townsend Hours: Full-time 37 hours per week Permanent position available Poole Townsend Group is an established and highly reputable firm providing legal, financial and property services across the Furness Peninsula and South Lakes. With multiple offices and a strong reputation for professional excellence, we are one of the largest independent providers of these services in the area. Long-term stability and a focus on sustainable growth The potential for tax-free employee bonuses (subject to performance and EOT rules) We are looking to recruit a Criminal Duty Solicitor to join our busy and respected team covering Barrow-in-Furness and Kendal (on rota). This role offers an excellent opportunity for a duty accredited solicitor with at least 12 months experience in criminal law who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and progressive firm. Attend police stations and courts as part of the duty solicitor scheme Participate in the out-of-hours police station rota Duty Solicitor accreditation and eligibility for duty solicitor schemes At least 12 months experience in criminal law Competitive salary depending on experience The opportunity to work in an employee-owned business with potential for tax-free bonuses 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and discretionary Christmas leave Medicash health cash plan, employee assistance programme and staff discounts Supportive team environment and ongoing professional development Poole Townsend is a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing an inclusive, supportive workplace.