The Crown Prosecution Service is recruiting qualified barristers and solicitors across England and Wales. If you're a talented lawyer with criminal advocacy experience, this is an opportunity for you.
About the Crown Prosecution Service
At the Crown Prosecution Service, we are responsible for delivering justice through the independent and effective prosecution of crime. As the principal prosecuting authority across England and Wales, the nature and diversity of cases we advise on and prosecute means our work is often emotionally challenging and complex. As such we employ over 7,000 individuals who think objectively, act professionally, show the upmost respect for others and continually strive for excellence.
Crown advocate level 2
You conduct trials, appeals and non-contested hearings in the magistrates’ and Crown Court. You provide verbal and written advocacy in prosecutions ranging from burglary to assault, presenting cases clearly and persuasively to help us deliver justice for victims of crime. Your development is supported with full training and opportunities to work in increasingly complex cases, including jury trials in the Crown Court.
Crown advocate level 3
You conduct jury trials and hearings in serious and complex cases. You review and present evidence in prosecutions ranging from motoring to murder, using your advocacy skills to secure the right outcome in every case. You’re primarily based in the Crown Court - but may also advise in the magistrates’ and youth court, Court of Appeal and straightforward confiscation hearings relating to proceeds of crime.
Senior crown advocate level 4
You conduct jury trials in serious and often high-profile cases. You support investigators by reviewing evidence and providing sound judgement on whether to proceed with prosecution. When a realistic prospect of conviction is found, you work with colleagues from across the criminal justice system to prepare and present cases in the Crown Court and Court of Appeal.
About our benefits
At the Crown Prosecution Service we pride ourselves on providing benefits that ensure our employees’ needs are central. We want to ensure you can thrive at work and home, offering support to achieve a balance. Our benefits include:
- flexible and family-friendly working
- competitive salary Civil Service pension, with an average employer contribution of 28.9%
- 25 days leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays
- 3 days paid volunteering leave
- 1 extra privilege day for the King’s birthday
- £350 a year individual learning budget
- wellbeing support and counselling
- Cycle2work scheme, high street retailer offers and discounts
Do you want to make a real difference in society, helping us to secure justice for victims of crime? Find out more and apply today Apply to become a crown advocate | The Crown Prosecution Service
