Crime Paralegal - Police Station Accredited in London

A leading law firm is looking to recruit a dedicated and experienced Criminal Law Paralegal with Police Station accreditation for a highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment is currently partnering with a large and established law firm that serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. The firm's accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners as a top-tier firm.

Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

Crime Department Background:

The crime department is ranked by Chambers and Partners for its reputation for well-prepared, high-quality work. Their case building excellence is based on a sound knowledge of the criminal justice system and the ability to assemble first-rate evidence and documentation. A number of solicitors are police station representatives and offer free 24/7 representation at all police station interviews as well as at pre-charge investigations. The department has been involved in many high-profile and complex cases and has a number of Higher Courts Advocates providing representation for serious matters such as murder and rape. They regularly represent clients at the Youth Court, Magistrates' Court, Crown Court, and Court of Appeal.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Report directly to the Department Director and assist with the management of complex criminal cases.
• Provide accredited representation and advice to clients at police stations, including out-of-hours call-outs where required.
• Manage a varied caseload of criminal matters, including Legal Aid Agency (LAA) funded and privately funded work.
• Attend clients, take detailed instructions, and prepare cases from initial investigation through to trial.
• Liaise with clients, counsel, courts, police, prosecution agencies, experts, and other third parties.
• Prepare legal documentation, witness statements, case summaries, defence statements, and trial bundles.
• Review, analyse, and process evidence including CCTV, body-worn video, forensic reports, and digital material.
• Prepare and submit Legal Aid applications and ensure compliance with Legal Aid Agency requirements.
• Assist solicitors and advocates with trial preparation, conferences, and court hearings.
• Attend Magistrates' Courts, Crown Courts, and other tribunals as required.
• Maintain accurate time recording and file management records.
• Ensure full compliance with SRA standards, regulatory requirements, departmental procedures, and quality standards.
• Implement any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly.
• Deliver outstanding client care and support clients throughout criminal proceedings with professionalism, sensitivity, and discretion.
• Ensuring compliance with file management.

Key Skills Required:

• Police Station Accreditation (essential).
• Significant experience working within Criminal Defence Law.
• Proven experience as a Crime Paralegal, Criminal Caseworker, Police Station Representative, or Criminal Defence Advisor.
• Strong knowledge of criminal procedure, criminal evidence, and the criminal justice system.
• Experience handling a broad range of criminal matters, including serious and complex cases.
• Ability to confidently attend and represent clients at police stations independently.
• Business acumen and the ability to market the Company.
• Excellent communications skills to work effectively with all types of people.
• Excellent analytical and organisational skills and ability to use own initiative but know when to seek guidance.
• Committed team player, self-motivated and professional.
• Excellent IT Skills - familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills.

This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment, and real prospects for promotion. The Company will consider applicants wishing to work part-time, full-time, or with flexible working hours. The Company will allow hybrid working.

About Gemini Recruitment and Equal Opportunities:

Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals, and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK.

Our primary aim is to deliver a quality bespoke service to our clients. We are currently handling the careers of a number of experienced legal professionals ranging from legal support staff to Solicitors. Our clients are based across the country and have vacancies covering numerous areas of law. If you are looking for your first job or want to move up the career ladder, we can help.

The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role.

If you are keen to begin your career with a firm that's committed to training a new generation of Solicitors, apply now for one of our agents to contact you.

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