Serious & General Crime Lawyer – 2-5 years’ PQE

BCL is a top-tier law firm specialising in business crime, tax investigations, regulatory enforcement, and serious and general crime.  We are experts in our field, consistently top-ranked by Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500, and recognised in The Times Best Law Firms, Who’s Who Legal and in GIR’s list of the world’s leading investigations firms.  We provide discreet, effective and expert advice to clients including companies, public bodies, public figures, senior executives and high net worth individuals.

We are currently seeking to recruit a first-rate lawyer to join our Serious & General Crime department. Careers with us offer exceptional opportunities to work on stimulating, complex and high profile cases with all the benefits of working for a leading boutique firm, including hybrid working and a supportive and friendly team of specialist lawyers at the forefront of this area of the law.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the firm at a time of development and growth, with excellent opportunities for career progression.

The successful candidate will have:

•  up to 5 years’ PQE in criminal litigation – with experience of advising at the police station and, ideally, some advocacy experience;
• good technical knowledge of criminal law and procedure;
• proven interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a friendly, driven team;
• a proven ability to manage a demanding and varied caseload, and to work efficiently and effectively under pressure;
• excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, good drafting skills, and a high level of attention to detail;
• enthusiasm, empathy, and a motivation to deliver the highest levels of client care; and,
• a strong academic background.

The salary for the role will be commensurate with experience, aligned with market standards and is complemented by an attractive employee benefit package.

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to continuing to increase our staff diversity.

Please apply by sending your CV and covering letter to Karen Peacock, Practice Development Director (kpeacock@bcl.com) by 8 May 2024.