Full-time Permanent Entry Level
Posted 11 Mar 2026
Description
Paralegal –Crime Team City Office
We are seeking a diligent and empathetic Criminal Law Paralegal to join the team in our Criminal Law team in our City office.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in criminal law, exceptional communication skills, and a sincere commitment to assisting clients through complex legal procedures. As a Case Worker, you will collaborate with solicitors in handling cases involving criminal charges, investigations, trials, and other criminal law matters. This role presents an opportunity to contribute significantly to the lives of individuals entangled in legal matters.
Your Profile
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Criminal Law and will demonstrate:
* A sincere commitment to supporting clients through challenging legal proceedings
* A proven ability in managing cases related to criminal charges, investigations, trials, and other criminal law matters
* Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the capacity to establish rapport and trust with clients from diverse backgrounds
We expect the ideal candidate to
* Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
* Conduct thorough initial consultations with clients to gather information regarding their legal matters and personal circumstances
* Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to bolster case preparation and strategy formulation
* Coordinate with clients, opposing parties, and relevant professionals involved in cases to collect evidence and exchange information
* Manage case files meticulously, ensuring accuracy and organization of all documentation
* Assist in scheduling court hearings and meetings, on behalf of clients
* Attend court hearings and other legal proceedings as necessary, taking notes and assisting with case presentation
* Uphold confidentiality and adhere to professional standards and ethical guidelines consistently
What we are seeking
* A candidate capable of adapting quickly to the role
* Familiarity with legal aid processes
* Previous experience in a legal environment, preferably in criminal law
* Ideally the candidate will have police station accreditation or alternatively a commitment to obtaining this in the near future
Working with us
We offer continuous training and support to foster your professional growth as a valued member of our dynamic and expanding team.
We will offer ongoing training and support to develop your career as part of a strong and growing multi-office team.
Our offices are friendly, working entirely paperless with recent significant investment in modern IT to enable you to work proficiently. Our team works on a hybrid basis with a split of office working and remote working on the basis we trust that everyone works to meet their targets and deadlines.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes generous annual leave allowances, providing 23 days (plus bank holidays/Christmas and NewYear). We regularly review and increase annual leave allowances based on service.
We offer competitive salaries and bonus structures, enabling team members to share in the successes of the firm.
Employee benefits
* Pension Scheme with employer contribution
* Ongoing training and development
* Supervision and mentorship
* Annual appraisals and salary reviews
* Additional perks and benefits
We are a distinguished multi-office Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners firm recognized for excellence across various legal domains.
Please submit your CV and a cover letter to our dedicated HR team via email at: recruitment@gtstewart.co.uk.
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