Criminal Duty Solicitor

Criminal Duty Solicitor at Poole Townsend<br><br>Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.<br>Location: Barrow-in-Furness<br>Hours: Full-time 37 hours per week<br>Permanent position available<br>About Us:<br>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.<br>We are proud to be an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), meaning the business is owned for the benefit of its employees. This creates a collaborative culture where everyone shares in the success of the firm and has a voice in its future.<br>As an employee, you benefit from:<br>Collaboration and shared responsibility in shaping the business<br>Long-term stability and a focus on sustainable growth<br>The potential for tax-free employee bonuses (subject to performance and EOT rules)<br>Transparency and employee voice in decision-making<br>The Role:<br>We are looking to recruit a Criminal Duty Solicitor to join our busy and respected team covering Barrow-in-Furness and Kendal (on rota).<br>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.<br>Key Responsibilities:<br>Represent and advise clients on a wide range of criminal matters<br>Attend police stations and courts as part of the duty solicitor scheme<br>Manage caseloads effectively using the firms case management system<br>Deliver excellent client care and communication<br>Participate in the out-of-hours police station rota<br>Promote the firms full range of services<br>You will have:<br>Duty Solicitor accreditation and eligibility for duty solicitor schemes<br>At least 12 months experience in criminal law<br>Strong organisational and case management skills<br>Excellent communication and client service skills<br>A proactive and professional approach<br>What We Offer:<br>Competitive salary depending on experience<br>The opportunity to work in an employee-owned business with potential for tax-free bonuses<br>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and discretionary Christmas leave<br>Medicash health cash plan, employee assistance programme and staff discounts<br>Supportive team environment and ongoing professional development<br>How to Apply:<br>If you are interested in this opportunity we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and covering letter by Friday 8th May 2026.<br>Join Poole Townsend and be a part of a team that values professional excellence, integrity, and customer care.<br>Poole Townsend is a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing an inclusive, supportive workplace.<br>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. xwzovoh Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.