Paralegal - criminal defence firm

Lloyds PR Solicitors; London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading criminal defense firm in London is seeking a criminal paralegal. Candidates should be LPC or SQE qualified or in training. The role offers structured training, exposure to high-profile cases, and opportunities for progression. Benefits include a competitive salary starting at £26,000, pension contributions, and ongoing development. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Benefits

Starting salary of £26,000

Salary increase to £28,000 after probation

Pension Scheme with employer contribution

Structured training programme

Yearly firm events

Discretionary yearly bonuses

Qualifications

• LPC or SQE qualified or in progress.
• Strong interest in criminal law.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Work from allocated office with potential travel.
• Participate in a structured training program.
• Manage own caseload on high-profile cases.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Legal Research

Organizational Skills

Strong Work Ethic

Education

LPC

SQE

Bar Training Course

Job description

We are pleased to advertise a new criminal paralegal position. Candidates should have completed or be in the process of completing the LPC, SQE or the Bar Training Course (BTC).

Lloyds PR Solicitors is a specialist criminal defence firm, recognised by Legal 500 UK as one of the leading firms in the country for Crime. We are market leaders in the litigation of serious and complex crime.

We have offices in London and the South East of England. The firm strives to achieve innovative ways with which to prepare cases and utilise advanced technologies. We pride ourselves on diversity, equal rights and equal opportunity.

Lloyds PR Solicitors offer training contracts and have a high retention rate for newly qualified solicitors. We offer training contracts and qualifying experience for the SQE route.

The benefits of working at Lloyds PR Solicitors:

· Starting salary of £26,000 and £28,000 upon passing the probationary period

· Police station accreditation, with the opportunity for paid overtime

· Structured training programme

· Exposure to high profile cases and responsibility early onwith own caseload

· Progression opportunities within the firm

· Pension Scheme with employer contribution

· Ongoing training and development

· Supervision and mentorship

· Yearly firm events and discretionary yearly bonuses

The candidate must demonstrate the following skills:

· LPC or SQE qualified / BTC qualified or in the process of achieving such qualification

· A strong interest in criminal law

· Good analytical skills

· Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

· Proactive in finding solutions to problems independently

· Ability to understand instructions and follow them accurately

· Legal research

· Ability to work under pressure

· Ability to prioritise tasks and demonstrate good organisational skills

· Strong work ethic

The following skills may be an advantage:

· Ability to speak additional languages.

Successful candidates will have to work from one of our offices allocated upon offer of employment (North London or Hertfordshire) and may be required to travel to other offices, courts, prisons and police stations.

The recruitment process will involve an interview and an assessment.

We are a friendly firm and an equal opportunities employer.We have a proven track record of progression to Trainee Solicitors after recruitment as paralegals.

If this position interests you then please email your CV to [e-mail]

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