Crime Paralegal - Legal Firm

Paralegal – Crime Team – Leeds

A busy and expanding Crime team in Leeds is seeking a Criminal Law Paralegal to join on a permanent, full-time basis. This is a great opportunity for someone with a genuine interest in criminal law who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and well-established team.

The role will involve:

• Supporting fee earners on criminal matters
• Providing a high standard of client care
• Managing files via a case management system, including drafting correspondence
• Completing public funding applications
• Preparing, collating and redacting court bundles
• Liaising with Courts, Police, local authorities, medical professionals and experts

• Have completed or be undertaking legal studies (LPC/BPC, SQE prep or equivalent)
• Demonstrate a clear interest in Criminal Law
• Hold Police Station Accreditation (preferred)
• Be highly organised and able to work well under pressure

The firm operates paperless
, has invested heavily in modern IT, and offers strong onsite training for junior team members.

• Competitive salary
• 23 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas/New Year (increasing with service)
• Pension scheme with employer contribution
• Benenden Health Care
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive supervision and mentoring
• Firm laptop and administrative support
• Annual appraisals and salary reviews
• Bi-annual social events

The firm is a multi-office, Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners recognised practice
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