Paralegal - Criminal Law

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.