At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in criminal defence cases and gain hands-on experience with your own caseload.
- Company: Join Lloyds PR Solicitors, a top-rated criminal defence firm in the UK.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £26,000, structured training, and opportunities for progression.
- Other info: Friendly team environment with mentorship and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in high-profile cases while developing your legal career.
- Qualifications: LPC or SQE qualified with a passion for criminal law and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 26000 - 28000 £ per year.
We are pleased to advertise for a new Criminal Paralegal Position with a view to a training contract. Lloyds PR Solicitors is a specialist criminal defence firm, recognised by Legal 500 UK as one of the leading firms in the country for Crime. We are market leaders dealing with large complex cases, white collar crime and serious crime. We have offices in London, including Baker Street, and offices in Watford and Borehamwood. The firm strives for innovative ways to prepare cases and uses advanced technologies. We pride ourselves on diversity, equal rights and equal opportunity. Lloyds PR Solicitors offer training contracts and have a high retention rate for newly qualified solicitors.
The benefits of working at Lloyds PR Solicitors:
- Starting salary of £26,000 and £28,000 upon passing the probationary period
- Police station accreditation, with the opportunity for paid overtime
- Structured training programme
- Exposure to high profile cases and responsibility early on with own caseload
- Progression opportunities within the firm
- Pension Scheme with employer contribution
- Ongoing training and development
- Supervision and mentorship
- Yearly firm events and discretionary yearly bonuses
The candidate must demonstrate the following skills:
- LPC or SQE qualified
- A strong interest in criminal law
- Good commercial awareness
- Great people skills
- Good analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Proactive in finding solutions to problems independently
- Ability to understand instructions and follow them accurately
- Legal research
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to prioritise tasks and demonstrate good organisational skills
- Strong work ethic
The following skills may be an advantage:
- Ability to speak additional languages.
Successful candidates will have to work from one of our offices allocated upon offer of employment (North London or Hertfordshire) and may be required to travel to other offices, courts, prisons and police stations. The recruitment process will involve an interview and an assessment. We are a friendly firm and an equal opportunities employer. We have a proven track record of progression to Trainee Solicitors after recruitment as paralegals. If this position interests you then please email your CV to recruitment@lloydspr.com.
Criminal Defence Paralegal in City of London employer: Lloyds PR Solicitors
Lloyds PR Solicitors is an exceptional employer, renowned for its commitment to diversity and equal opportunity, making it a welcoming environment for all. With a structured training programme and high retention rates for newly qualified solicitors, employees benefit from exposure to high-profile cases and early responsibility, alongside ongoing mentorship and development opportunities. Located in vibrant areas of London and Hertfordshire, the firm also offers competitive salaries, a pension scheme, and engaging yearly events, ensuring a rewarding and fulfilling career path for Criminal Defence Paralegals.
