Apply to become a crown advocate

Join the Crown Prosecution Service and have a future that matters.

Applications open later in 2024.

Why the Crown Prosecution Service?

We protect the public by prosecuting the right person for the right offence. We’re independent and we make our decisions fairly and objectively by following our Code for Crown Prosecutors.

Advocate and prosecute serious and complex cases

Magistrates', Crown Court, Court of Appeal advocacy

Benefit from flexible working

Present legal argument and challenge expert evidence

Get 25 days a year annual leave, 30 days after 5 years

Competitive contributory pension of up to 28.9%

Are you a highly trained lawyer with criminal advocacy experience and a passion for delivering justice?

Alex is a crown advocate. 'As an employed advocate you have a support network of reviewing lawyers and management teams, and all the training you could ever wish for.'

Hear from Mike, Principal Crown Advocate and King's Counsel. 'It's incredibly rewarding, because you are on a daily basis working in cases that really make a difference to people's lives.'

Catherine, Crown Advocate

Hear from more of our advocates about what it's like to do their job roles, and why they work for the Crown Prosecution Service.

Why you should consider us

Delivering justice is complex with work that's sometimes emotionally challenging. We want our advocates to thrive at work and home, and offer support to achieve a balance - flexible working hours, flexibility to support caring responsibilities and a family friendly approach to work.  

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Applications open later in 2024.

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