Paralegal

Dobsons Solicitors; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Job summary

FQPS Academy Ltd. in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Paralegal to join our criminal defence team. You will support solicitors, attend conferences, and help manage client matters in a fast-paced practice.

This role offers on-the-job training, opportunities to progress toward a SQE qualification, and a pathway to a training contract. A strong academic record, organisational skills, and good IT literacy are essential.

Qualifications

• Interest in criminal law and eagerness to learn
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Organised and able to prioritise tasks
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office
• Previous legal or administrative experience desirable but not essential
• Strong academic background

Responsibilities

• Attending conferences with clients and counsel
• Liaising with clients, courts, police stations, and other agencies where required
• Assisting solicitors with administrative and case preparation tasks
• Answering and managing incoming telephone calls professionally and efficiently
• Maintaining and updating client files to ensure they are accurate and compliant
• Monitoring, organising, and keeping up to date with case correspondence
• Data input and organisation across the firm's case management systems
• Managing documents and ensuring records are stored correctly and securely

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Written skills

Organised

Team player

IT skills

Job description

About Us

We are a Criminal Law firm specialising in Defence work. We provide representation from the police station to the Crown Court. We are committed to providing high-quality legal representation and advise to our clients. We are seeking for a motivated and organised Paralegal to join our team.

The Role

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, motivated, and eager to develop their legal knowledge and practical skills within a specialist criminal law practice. They will be a strong team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills, playing a key role in supporting our solicitors and ensuring the efficient day-to-day management of client matters.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain invaluable experience within a busy fast moving criminal law practice.

Qualifications

• Drivers Licence advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Attending conferences with clients and counsel.
• Liaising with clients, courts, police stations, and other agencies where required.
• Assisting solicitors with administrative and case preparation tasks.
• Answering and managing incoming telephone calls professionally and efficiently.
• Maintaining and updating client files to ensure they are accurate and compliant.
• Monitoring, organising, and keeping up to date with case correspondence.
• Data input and organisation across the firm's case management systems.
• Managing documents and ensuring records are stored correctly and securely.

Requirements

• A keen interest and a passion for criminal law.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• An Organised approach to work, prioritising tasks effectively.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-moving environment.
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word and Excel).
• Strong written skills with an attention to detail and accuracy.
• Previous legal or administrative experience is desirable but not essential.
• Strong Academic background.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work within a specialist criminal law practice.
• On the job training provided.
• Ongoing training and professional development with the possibility of securing a training contract for work experience contributing to the SQE qualification.

Closing Date

4th of November

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Pay: From £26,000.00 per year

• Company pension