About the Crown Prosecution Service
The Crown Prosecution Service is responsible for the independent and fair prosecution of criminal cases in England and Wales. Our duty is to make sure that the right person is prosecuted for the right offence, and to bring offenders to justice wherever possible. Our work is supported by a diverse team of crown prosecutors and senior crown prosecutors, who objectively review evidence to secure the right outcome in every case.
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.
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 CPS 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 27%
- 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.
Apply today! And to hear from crown prosecutors about what it's like working for the CPS, watch the video below or click here to access our partner page on Counsel's Career Hub for day-in-the-life articles and more video interviews.
