Criminal Prosecutions

Criminal/Regulatory Solicitor - Environmental Protection Act Prosecutions Manchester or Liverpool | Hybrid working available Full-Time, Permanent £40,000-£50,000 DOE + Bonus + Excellent Benefits 2+ years PQE | Grade B Billing or Above A well-established and highly respected law firm with over four decades of success in specialist housing litigation is seeking an experienced Criminal/Regulatory Solicitor to join its growing Environmental Protection Act (EPA) Prosecutions team. This is a unique opportunity for a solicitor with a background in criminal prosecution or defence to transition into a meaningful role focused on improving living standards for tenants across the UK. The Role: You'll manage a caseload of EPA matters, bringing prosecutions against landlords (private and social) under the Environmental Protection Act 1990. The role involves both pre- and post-prosecution stages in the Magistrates' Court, with full conduct of files from inception to trial or settlement. Key Responsibilities Include: Running a caseload of Environmental Protection Act prosecutions Drafting and/or reviewing Notices of Intended Prosecution, Summonses, and supporting documents Conducting disclosure reviews and preparing Defence Case Statements Handling advocacy and trial preparation Liaising with Environmental Health Officers and Counsel Ensuring compliance with CrimPR, CPIA 1996, and relevant legislation Using Proclaim (or equivalent CMS) to manage files efficiently The Ideal Candidate: Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) Minimum 2 years PQE, ideally with experience in criminal law (prosecution or defence) Ability to bill at Grade B or above Strong advocacy skills and experience managing files through to trial Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure Proficient in using a Case Management System (Proclaim preferred) What's on Offer: This firm has a strong reputation for looking after its people, offering excellent benefits and a supportive working culture. Package Includes: Salary: £40,000-£50,000 depending on experience Bonus structure 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off Flexible start/finish times Hybrid working 6% employer pension contribution Annual salary review Company sick pay and death in service benefit (4x salary) Subsidised gym membership City centre office location Casual dress policy Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme Training and development support This role is ideal for someone looking to transition from a general criminal background into a niche and impactful area of litigation - or for someone seeking to further specialise in regulatory prosecutions with strong support and structure in place.