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Form of workThis is an exciting role within our Legal Services Directorate. As a Paralegal Officer you will work closely with our lawyer teams to facilitate the delivery of our criminal and civil enforcement outcomes.
Responsibilities
As a Paralegal Officer you will:
Be responsible for managing your own caseload of administrative tasks concerning prosecution and civil cases from issue of proceedings to court result and closure.
Compile documentary evidence for service on courts, defence solicitors and barristers;
Liaise with all parties involved in criminal and civil casework, including witnesses, defence solicitors, barristers and the courts to ensure that cases are properly prepared and ready for trial;
Attend criminal courts throughout England & Wales when required. While at court the Paralegal Officer is often the sole representative of the Department and assists in the day-to-day administration of a Crown Court trial or civil proceedings.
Be responsible for updating internal case management systems and document storage and management systems
Support the wider team when required through working collaboratively on cases to ensure that key legal milestones are achieved.
Contribute to wider directorate and agency initiatives as required.
If intending to work on a part-time basis, a minimum of 34 hours will be required.
