Stryders Solicitors
Police Station Representative / Paralegal
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The Role
This is a great opportunity for a paralegal with police station accreditation to join our busy team. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, dedicated and take pride in their work, conducting themselves in a professional and friendly manner. First class client care is essential, as is the ability to collaborate as part of a busy team to meet the firm’s commitments in the Police Station and assist with the preparation of Magistrates’ Court and Crown Court cases under supervision.
Key Responsibilities
- Attending the Police Station.
- Supporting fee earners in preparation Magistrates and Crown Court cases.
- Legal aid applications.
- Some out of hours work.
- Legal research.
- Attending court hearings and conferences.
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- Accredited Police Station Representative.
- Experience of criminal law casework.
- Knowledge of Lexcel compliance.
- An ability to work independently.
- Experience of case management software and working digitally.
What We Offer In Return
The opportunity to work at a firm recognised by several legal directories as being prominent in the field of criminal law. The firm also achieved a peer review level 1 at its last peer review by the LAA. Whilst most of the firm’s work is in London, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Thames Valley, we receive instructions from a wide geographical area and across the full spectrum of criminal law. We believe in working hard but within an environment that allows our employees flexibility to achieve a healthy work-life balance. The role is based in St. Albans but you may be required to travel further afield occasionally. Flexible working arrangements will be offered once you are proficient in the firm’s procedures.
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- Full-time (Office hours 9:00am – 5:30pm, Monday to Friday).
- Initially office based.
- Competitive salary in the region of £30,000 p/a, dependant on experience.
- Payment for out of hours Police Station attendances.
- 25 days annual leave in addition to UK Bank Holidays.
- Enrolment into pension scheme.
- The option of BUPA private health insurance.
- Company phone & laptop.
- Training and development (Crimeline subscription; training courses etc).
- Team days out.
Exceptional candidates will be considered for future opportunities to qualify as a solicitor, either through a training contract or a solicitor apprenticeship.
How To Apply
Please send your CV and cover letter to enquiries@stryderslaw.co.uk
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