We have a unique opportunity for a Paralegal to join Evolve Legal Services, where you will be line managed by the Senior Paralegal/Practice Manager and report to the Head of Civil Litigation. You will undertake file casework, research, investigations, and support for court cases for the legal team. You will be required to work across the various hubs of North Yorkshire, Cleveland, and Durham.
About Evolve Legal Services
Evolve provides in-house legal services to both the Chief Constable and the Police & Crime Commissioner and their staff across North Yorkshire, Cleveland, and Durham policing areas.
Key services include legal advice, handling and management of all litigation brought against either the Chief Constable or the Commissioner, management of legal risk, and of the insurance and self-insurance programme.
Key responsibilities:
You will report to the Head of Civil Litigation and other lawyers across all thematic teams as appropriate and operate as a junior legal professional supporting the legal team with contested or non-contentious casework. When appropriate, you will take day-to-day responsibility for a modest caseload of routine files.
With supervision, you will support the Legal team by:
* Ensuring the case management system is up to date, including opening new files and managing them, updating files following hearings or timetabling.
* Assisting Civil Litigation Lawyers in preparing, organising, and planning files and related research to ensure cases are handled efficiently and within deadlines.
* Undertaking casework, research, or investigations under supervision, as instructed.
* Providing general support such as updating diaries, making appointments, booking Counsel, and arranging meetings.
* Managing statistics related to civil litigation matters to assist the team.
To be successful, you will:
* Have relevant experience in a legal, criminal justice, or similar environment (a relevant qualification may substitute experience).
* Possess excellent IT skills, especially MS Office.
* Communicate professionally with colleagues and external bodies.
* Take responsibility and act on own initiative within parameters.
* Work effectively as part of a team.
* Pay high attention to detail.
* Have strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
Working for us - what we can offer you
Working for emergency services is rewarding, with a direct impact on community safety. We are committed to fairness, diversity, and staff well-being, supporting you to perform at your best.
Our benefits include:
* Staff support networks
* Training and development opportunities
* Excellent government pension scheme
* Onsite Health and Wellbeing services
* Holiday entitlement starting at 24 days, increasing to 30 days plus bank holidays
* Retail discounts
* Recognition of Unison trade union
* Inclusion and Diversity support networks
Positive Action
We value diversity. Our positive action team supports your application and beyond. For reasonable adjustments, contact positiveaction@northyorkshire.police.uk.
How to apply
If interested, please submit your application. The vacancy closes on 30th July at 5 pm. Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 18th August 2025.
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