Job Description
Job Title: Crime Paralegal (Open to Trainee Solicitors and NQ Solicitors)\n\nOverview:\n We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Crime Paralegal to join a busy public sector litigation team. This is a varied role covering case preparation, court document drafting, liaison with key stakeholders, and assisting solicitors across a wide range of matters. The position is also open to applications from Trainee Solicitors or recently qualified Solicitors seeking to broaden their litigation experience.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nSupport solicitors with the preparation and progression of cases, ensuring compliance with all court rules, directions, and deadlines.\n\nDraft and proofread legal documents, including applications, witness statements, case management orders, and correspondence.\n\nArrange and coordinate services such as DNA/drug/alcohol testing, interpreters, translations, expert reports, and disclosure.\n\nPrepare and paginate court bundles and manage case files from initial instruction to conclusion.\n\nLiaise with counsel, court staff, expert witnesses, and other external agencies to progress matters efficiently.\n\nAttend hearings, conferences, and meetings to take detailed notes and assist with follow-up actions.\n\nConduct legal research to support litigation, policy work, and governance matters.\n\nProvide administrative and organisational support to the wider legal and compliance team.\n\nSkills & Experience:\n\nExperience in a legal environment, ideally with exposure to litigation, criminal law, or public sector legal work.\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\n\nExcellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy workload under pressure.\n\nProficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with legal case management systems.\n\nA methodical and accurate approach to work.\n\nBenefits:\n\n6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays.\n\nFull-time, office-based role (hybrid not offered due to being out of office at court etc).\n\nIf this role is of interested please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge