Crime Paralegal
Salary: CIRCA £27,000 DOE
Location: Leeds
The opportunity:
We are seeking a Criminal Law Paralegal for an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and expanding legal practice within their busy Leeds office. This is a permanent, full-time position suited to an ambitious legal professional looking to build a long-term career within criminal law.
As a Crime Paralegal, you will work closely with experienced fee earners and solicitors, supporting a varied caseload while developing your practical legal knowledge within a supportive and collaborative environment. You will play a key role in ensuring cases progress efficiently while maintaining high standards of client care and organisation.
Working within a modern, paperless office with strong IT infrastructure, you will benefit from ongoing training, mentoring and structured career development. This role is ideal for someone with a genuine interest in criminal law who is looking to grow within a professional and forward-thinking legal team.
If you are organised, motivated and eager to gain hands-on experience within a busy criminal department, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide administrative and legal support to fee earners and solicitors.
* Assist in the preparation and management of criminal case files.
* Draft letters and legal documents using the case management system.
* Complete public funding and Legal Aid applications.
* Collate, organise and redact documentation for court bundles.
* Liaise with clients, courts, local authorities, police and external experts.
* Maintain accurate file management and ensure compliance with procedures.
* Support the team in delivering high standards of client care.
* Build professional relationships with both internal colleagues and external contacts.
What are we looking for:
* Completed legal studies (LPC, BPC, SQE or equivalent)
* Relevant working experience as a paralegal.
* Demonstrable interest in Criminal Law
* Police Station Accreditation is desirable.
* Strong organisational and time management skills.
* Ability to work effectively under pressure within a busy environment.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Proactive approach and willingness to learn from senior team members.
What’s in it for you:
* Competitive base salary.
* Enhanced, Incremental Annual Leave and Christmas/New Year closure.
* Employer pension contribution.
* Private health care scheme.
* Firm laptop and full administrative support.
* Ongoing training and structured development opportunities.
* Supportive supervision and mentoring from experienced colleagues.
* Annual appraisals and salary reviews.
* Collaborative and modern paperless working environment.
* Regular team events and social activities.
* Additional perks and employee benefits.