Criminal Defence Paralegal

Criminal Defence Paralegal / 1+ PQE / Greater Manchester / £25,000+ DOE / This is an excellent opportunity for a Police Station Accredited Paralegal to work closely with Solicitors and gain further experience in all aspects of criminal defence work – To apply please call Teagan on 0161 850 0745 and quote Job Ref: 2820

JOB TITLE: Criminal Defence Paralegal                   
PQE REQUIRED: 1+       
LOCATION: Greater Manchester                 
SALARY: £25,000+ (DOE)                    

THE ROLE:
The role involves providing comprehensive support to Solicitors and Fee Earners on a varied criminal caseload. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with cases from police station stage through to court proceedings. Duties will include attending police stations, preparing and maintaining case files, drafting correspondence and legal documents, liaising with clients, counsel, courts and external agencies and ensuring compliance with legal aid and regulatory requirements. The role requires a proactive and organised approach, with the ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast paced environment.

THE CANDIDATE:
The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year’s experience working as a Criminal Defence Paralegal. Police Station Accreditation is essential. The candidate will have a good working knowledge of criminal procedure and legal aid processes, strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. A professional manner, attention to detail and a commitment to client care are essential. The successful candidate will demonstrate reliability, discretion and a genuine interest in criminal defence work.

HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Teagan Portas at eNL on 0113 320 0575 / 0161 850 0745 or email teagan.portas@enllegal.co.uk with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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