Paralegal/Training Contract - Criminal - Lloyds PR Solicitors

Application deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possible.

We are pleased to advertise for a new Criminal Paralegal Positions 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. We offer training contracts and qualifying experience for the SQE route.

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.

·       Some preferred languages include Lithuanian, Russian, Romanian, and Polish.

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.