Paralegal for Criminal Cases

1 month ago


Manchester, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time
About the Role

This exciting position as a Paralegal for Criminal Cases is now available at CV-Library. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for supporting case handlers in their daily tasks.

The ideal candidate will have strong IT skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, as well as excellent communication skills, including telephone customer service. Additionally, they should have experience using Proclaim or an equivalent case management system.

  • Estimated salary: £28,000 - £35,000 per annum
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to speedily reply to emails and answer calls
  • Responsible for chasing and taking payments from clients, raising invoices
  • Drafting correspondence and documents to assist case handlers
  • Contacting the court to confirm listing details for all hearings
  • Collating and sending briefs to counsel and/or chambers for all court hearings
  • Collating case law and producing an index of enclosures
  • Preparing transcripts of CCTV evidence

Key Requirements:

  • At least 3 years' criminal defence legal experience
  • Strong prioritisation and organisation skills
  • GCSE's in English, Maths, and IT at Grade C or above
  • Reliable, resilient, ambitious, proactive, and highly productive
  • Positive mind-set, enthusiastic, passionate, and motivated by helping others

Benefits:

  • Great benefits and perks make this role a great opportunity
  • Modern offices that enhance teamwork and work ethic

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