Paralegal - Business Crime & Regulation

EJ Legal; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in London is seeking a bright and ambitious paralegal to join their team. You will support lawyers with case preparation, client interaction, and legal research. Candidates with police station accreditation and experience in criminal/regulatory matters are encouraged to apply. The firm offers a salary of £30-36k and genuine prospects for career progression in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to work with top-tier legal professionals

Collaborative team environment

Genuine prospects for career growth

Qualifications

• Police station accreditation required.
• 6+ months of criminal/regulatory experience.
• Solid knowledge of Anti Money Laundering Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research.
• Manage case documentation.
• Establish relationships with clients and experts.
• Assist in regulatory interviews.
• Engage in business development.

Skills

Legal research skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Client interaction

Communication skills

Knowledge of Anti Money Laundering Regulations

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a bright and ambitious paralegal to join a rapidly growing team in the heart of London. From day one, you’ll gain hands-on experience handling high-profile cases involving both general and serious crime, as well as matters involving regulatory misconduct in office. This is a highly respected team, offering the successful candidate a chance to learn from the very best.

About the role

This is a full-time office-based role where you will support the team’s lawyers with case preparation, client interaction, legal research and managing documentation. For the right candidate, there is also real potential for career progression as the firm is supportive of paralegals qualifying via the SQE route.

About you

• A police station accreditation is required
• 6+ months criminal/regulatory experience
• A solid working knowledge of Anti Money Laundering Regulations (MLRs), criminal financing, bribery and corruption legislation
• Excellent time management, organisational and prioritisation skills
• Advanced legal research skills.
• Excellent written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducting legal research
• Case management
• Establishing positive professional relationships with clients, experts and counsel
• Assisting with regulatory interviews
• Engaging in business development and ad-hoc tasks

In return

• The opportunity to work alongside a team of top-tier legal professionals
• A salary of £30-36k dependent on experience
• Genuine prospects for career growth and progression
• A collaborative and dynamic team environment

Application note

If you’re a Criminal Paralegal and this sounds like the perfect next step in your career, apply now.

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