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Crown Prosecution Service
The Crown Prosecution Service is recruiting paralegal assistants across England and Wales. Please view the full advert on Civil Service Jobs for details of all available locations.
About the Crown Prosecution ServiceAt the Crown Prosecution Service, we are responsible for delivering justice through the independent and fair prosecution of crime. As the principal prosecuting authority in England and Wales, the nature and diversity of cases we advise on and prosecute means our work is often emotionally challenging and complex.
As such we employ over 7,000 individuals who think objectively, act professionally, show the utmost respect for others and continually strive for excellence.
As a paralegal assistant, you provide vital administrative and casework support on the frontline of our service. You work with the paralegal team to prepare cases for the magistrates’ and Crown Court – producing court documents, managing case files and briefing prosecutors.
You liaise with criminal justice partners to ensure the smooth progression of cases, providing practical support to victims and witnesses of crime.
We’re looking for people aged 18 or over with an interest in criminal law. You don’t need legal experience to apply - we offer full paralegal training to help you succeed in your role. You must have excellent written, verbal and digital communication skills, including knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications.
About our benefitsAt the Crown Prosecution Service, we pride ourselves on providing benefits that ensure our employees’ needs are central. We want to ensure you can thrive at work and home, offering support to achieve a balance. We also offer a range of benefits including:
Civil Service pension, with an employer contribution of 28.97%25 days leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays3 days paid volunteering leave1 extra privilege day for the King’s birthdaycompetitive maternity, paternity and parental leave£350 a year individual learning budgetwellbeing support and counsellingCycle2work scheme, high street retailer offers and discounts.
If you want to make a positive contribution to society supporting the vital work we do, find out more and apply today.
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