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Why the Crown Prosecution Service?

We protect the public by prosecuting the right person for the right offence. We’re independent and we make our decisions fairly and objectively by following our Code for Crown Prosecutors.

Work on the frontline of our prosecution service

Vacancies available across England and Wales

Benefit from 40% office based working

Provide vital support to victims and witnesses

Get 25 days a year annual leave, 30 days after 5 years

Competitive contributory pension of up to 28.9%

Why a paralegal assistant?

You're on the front line of our service providing support to our legal teams for their days in court. You are highly organised, with excellent time management to support casefile preparations for court hearings, working with criminal justice colleagues and witnesses, helping ensure they have all the information about their case.

Hear from Sania, one of our paralegal assistants, about what she loves about her role and working for the Crown Prosecution Service.

Anna is another one of our paralegal assistants. 'Nothing is more interesting than being in the Crown Court.'

Why you should consider us

You have job satisfaction working for the Crown Prosecution Service. We look after your wellbeing, offering flexibility and family friendly working for a good work-life balance. We also provide a competitive contributory pension.