Are you a talented criminal lawyer looking for the next step in your career? The Crown Prosecution Service is recruiting qualified barristers and solicitors across England and Wales.
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.
About our crown prosecutors
The crown prosecutor position is ideal if you’re a newly qualified lawyer or have no criminal law experience. You’re
based in the magistrates’ court, working with prosecution teams to review and present evidence in cases ranging
from common assault to drugs offences. You gain a wealth of experience in the criminal court, further developing
your legal knowledge and potential career progression.
About our senior crown prosecutors
As a senior crown prosecutor, you deliver justice in some of the most complex and challenging cases – from fraud
and firearms to public order and corporate manslaughter. Your role is largely office-based, reviewing evidence and
charging decisions for cases appearing in the magistrates’ and Crown Court. You provide legal advice and explain our
decisions to criminal justice partners and victims of crime, helping to maintain public confidence in our work.
About you
We’re looking for qualified practising lawyers with an interest in criminal prosecution. Senior crown prosecutors must
have extensive knowledge of criminal law, including the most serious offences. You demonstrate sound legal
judgement and can present cases clearly, both verbally and in writing. It's essential that you have a commitment to
public service, a focus on continuous learning and an understanding of our role within the criminal justice system.
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. Visit cps.gov.uk/careers/prosecutor
