Paralegal
– Crime Team – Bromley
We
are seeking a diligent and empathetic Criminal Law Paralegal to join our
Criminal Law team in our Bromley office.
The
ideal candidate will have a strong interest in criminal law, excellent
communication skills, and a genuine commitment to supporting clients through
complex legal procedures. As a Paralegal, you will work alongside solicitors
handling cases involving criminal charges, investigations, trials, and other
criminal law matters. This role presents an opportunity to make a meaningful
contribution to the lives of individuals involved in the criminal justice
system.
Your
Profile:
The
ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Excellent
communication skills
- A sincere
commitment to supporting clients through challenging legal proceedings
- A proven
ability or strong interest in assisting with cases involving criminal
charges, investigations, trials, and other criminal law matters
- Exceptional
interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with
clients from diverse and often vulnerable backgrounds
- An awareness of
the issues affecting young people in the criminal justice system,
including vulnerability, exploitation, and the impact of social factors on
offending behaviour
- The ability to
approach youth clients with sensitivity, professionalism, and an
understanding of safeguarding considerations
- The ability to
work effectively in a fast-paced environment, managing competing
priorities and responding to the shorter timeframes associated with Youth
Court matters
We
expect the ideal candidate to:
- Work
effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Conduct
thorough initial consultations with clients to gather information
regarding their legal matters and personal circumstances
- Conduct
comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case preparation and
strategy
- Coordinate with
clients, opposing parties, and relevant professionals to collect evidence
and exchange information
- Manage case
files meticulously, ensuring accuracy and organisation of all
documentation
- Assist in
scheduling court hearings and meetings on behalf of clients
- Attend court
hearings and other legal proceedings as necessary, taking notes and
assisting with case preparation
- Support
solicitors in cases involving youth defendants, including liaising with
appropriate adults, youth offending teams, and other support services
- Work
efficiently to meet tight deadlines, particularly in Youth Court matters
where turnaround times are significantly shorter
- Maintain an
awareness of safeguarding responsibilities, particularly when working with
young or vulnerable clients
- Uphold
confidentiality and adhere to professional standards and ethical
guidelines at all times
What
we are seeking:
- A candidate
capable of adapting quickly to the role
- Familiarity
with legal aid processes
- Previous
experience in a legal environment, preferably in criminal law
- Ideally, police
station accreditation, or a commitment to obtaining this in the near
future
Working
with us:
We
offer continuous training and support to foster your professional growth as a
valued member of our dynamic and expanding team.
You
will be primarily based in our Bromley office. While there may be occasional
opportunities to work across other office locations to support the wider team,
this is not an essential requirement.
You
will benefit from ongoing development opportunities as part of a strong and
growing multi-office team.
Our
offices are friendly and operate in a modern, largely paperless environment,
supported by significant investment in IT to enable efficient and effective
working.
Our
comprehensive benefits package includes generous annual leave allowances,
providing 23 days (plus bank holidays/Christmas and New Year). Annual leave
increases with length of service.
We
offer competitive salaries and bonus structures, enabling team members to share
in the success of the firm.
Employee
benefits with GTS:
- Competitive
salary
- Pension scheme
with employer contribution
- Administrative
support
- Ongoing
training and development
- Colleague
support for case coverage
- Supervision and
mentorship
- Annual
appraisals and salary reviews
- Bi-annual
social events
- Birthday leave
in addition to annual leave
- Competitive
training packages
We
are a distinguished multi-office Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners firm
recognised for excellence across a range of legal disciplines.
Please
submit your CV and a cover letter to our dedicated HR team via email at:
recruitment@gtstewart.co.uk.
