Police Station Representative

Crown Court Department Manager (Paralegal/Non-Advocate Solicitor, Police Station Accredited)

Location: Farnborough
Salary: £20,000 – £25,000 per annum (plus out-of-hours payments for police station attendances)
Job Type: Full-time early 2000, they are Farnborough’s premier crime-only legal practice. Specializing in all aspects of Criminal Law, from traffic offences to Crown Court trials, they offer both private client and legal aid services. Benefiting from over 50 years of collective experience in this specialized field, they are committed to providing exceptional legal support and client care.

I am seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to lead Crown Court cases as a Paralegal or Non-Advocate Solicitor. The ideal candidate will be police station accredited, demonstrating a strong commitment to providing exceptional legal support and client care. This role offers a competitive salary with additional out-of-hours payments for attending police stations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the operations of the Crown Court Department, ensuring efficient and effective case management.
• Assist solicitors and barristers with Crown Court case preparations, including legal research, drafting documents, and preparing briefs.
• Attend police stations to provide legal advice and representation to clients during interviews and other proceedings, both during regular hours and out-of-hours.
• Liaise with clients, witnesses, and other parties to gather necessary information and evidence for cases.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all case-related activities and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Provide exceptional client service, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Stay informed of changes in laws and regulations pertinent to the Crown Court and criminal defense work.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Accredited to attend police stations and provide legal advice.
• Proven experience as a paralegal or non-advocate solicitor, ideally within a Crown Court or criminal defense setting.
• Strong understanding of Crown Court procedures and criminal law.
• Excellent legal research and drafting skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work out-of-hours when required.

Benefits:

• Salary in the region of £25,000 per annum.
• Additional payments for out-of-hours police station attendances.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

This is a great opportunity to join a fantastic firm who offer back great benefits. If you are interested in this role, please send a copy of your CV to Leanne at l.byrne@clayton-legal.co.uk or alternatively you can call on 0121 296 3819.

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