Paralegal (Criminal Law)

The role

The business crime and regulation team has an exceptional reputation for excellence and is independently recognised as a leader within the field.

Our business crime and regulation team currently has an exciting opportunity for a paralegal on a fixed three-month contract.

You will be directly supporting an associate in the preparation of a large Serious Fraud Office prosecuting trial. The role would involve assisting with the review of complex documents, attending meetings with counsel and attending the trial.

You’ll be based in a friendly and supportive team with a moderate degree of supervision. This is a busy role in a dynamic business and you will need to maintain a flexible attitude.

About you

To manage the high volume workload effectively, previous paralegal experience within a criminal law environment is desirable as well as knowledge and experience of a case management system. You will have a very strong client focus, coupled with excellent skills in communication and IT.

You will be available to start immediately.

About Slater & Gordon

Slater & Gordon is rapidly becoming a household name within the UK in consumer law and is committed to becoming the largest and most trusted provider of personal legal services in the UK.

In February 2014 we expect to have over 1200 people based in 14 different cities and towns across Britain. We have experienced significant growth, especially within the personal injury market, over recent years, following the acquisition of a number of highly regarded law firms including Russell Jones & Walker, Fentons, Goodmans, Pannone and John Pickering & Partners. In Australia, Slater & Gordon Lawyers are Australia’s largest consumer law firm and the first in the world to be publically listed.

To apply

Please upload a copy of your CV and a covering letter detailing your salary expectations via: http://recruitment.slatergordon.co.uk/VacancyDetails.aspx?VacancyID=280