Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor

The Crown Prosecution Service is pleased to announce the opportunity to apply for the position of Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor. About the Crown Prosecution Service The Crown Prosecution Service sits at the heart of the criminal justice system, working with partners to help keep the public safe. We prosecute criminal cases that have been investigated by the police and other investigative organisations 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. These offences include all types of serious crime including murder, rape, burglary, terrorism, domestic abuse and multi-million-pound fraud cases. We also work across borders to tackle cybercrime, human trafficking, and drugs smuggling, and use our powers to confiscate the proceeds of crime at home and abroad. About the role As a Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor, you are responsible for an area of operational business. This could be within a specific geographical area, or the wider Crown Prosecution Service. You report directly to a Chief Crown Prosecutor, playing a pivotal role in maximising effectiveness in both casework and supporting service issues. Within the context of the organisation’s strategic objectives, you are accountable for day-to-day casework quality performance and operational delivery. About you We’re looking for qualified barristers and solicitor with a passion for public service and a clear understanding of the aims and long-term vision of the Crown Prosecution Service. You must be able to evidence your technical legal expertise, with depth and breadth of exposure and experience gained at the criminal bar or in private practice. The ability to act decisively and make unbiased decisions in regard to both case and people management is essential. 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. This includes flexible working hours, flexibility to support caring responsibilities and a family-friendly approach to work. We also offer a range of benefits including: 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 an 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 If you want to make a positive contribution to society supporting the vital work we do, find out more and apply today.

Location: Wales,, GB

Posted Date: 11/17/2025