Overview
Crime Paralegal Jobs in West Midlands, England, United Kingdom at William James Recruitment
Title: Crime Paralegal
Company: William James Recruitment
Location: West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
The Role
Crime Paralegal – West Midlands – Hybrid Working – Privately funded Crime
A well-established and highly regarded international criminal defence firm is seeking a driven and enthusiastic Crime Paralegal to join their growing and expert team in the Midlands.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a broad range of serious criminal matters, supporting fee earners on a privately funded caseload.
You will play a key role in preparing cases, liaising with clients, and assisting on matters from police station stage through to trial.
Working within a busy and supportive team, this role offers excellent exposure to high-quality work and a clear pathway for progression within criminal law.
The Ideal Candidate:
- 2+ years previous experience within criminal law (Paralegal, Caseworker, or similar)
- Strong understanding of criminal procedure
- Confident assisting fee earners with a varied caseload
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Strong communication and client care abilities
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive, reliable, and keen to develop a long-term career in criminal law
- Willingness to travel across the midlands as and when required
The Benefits:
- Exposure to a high-quality and varied criminal caseload at early stage of career
- Join a highly supportive and collaborative team environment
- Hybrid and Flexible working opportunities available
- Ongoing professional development and excellent progression opportunities
- Company funded fitness membership
- Employee wellbeing programme (access to mental health and wellbeing support)
- Enhanced work-life balance, including an early finish at the end of the week
- Potential pathway to Training Contract for strong performers
- Competitive salary package commensurate with skills and experience
- UK travel to Courts and Police Stations (expenses covered)
Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone
Contact: Abigail Lockett, Retained Recruitment Consultant
Telephone: 0203 918 1665 | Mobile: 07494 821 014
Email: [email protected]
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments
