Paralegal Administrator &8211; Family & Child Care

Job Title: Paralegal Administrator – Family & Child Care
Salary: £23,000
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Contract: Full time, permanent

Key Responsibilities:

Draft and send professional correspondence to clients, courts, local authorities, and other relevant parties.

Handle client enquiries and incoming calls with compassion, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Assist in preparing legal documentation, including court bundles and Legal Aid applications.

Carry out general administrative tasks such as photocopying, scanning, filing, and managing post.

Ensure accurate and timely transfer of case files to the billing department.

Support smooth case progression by managing court dates, appointments, and team diaries.

Maintain accurate, up-to-date records on the case management system.

Liaise with court personnel, CAFCASS officers, and expert witnesses to arrange appointments and gather key documents.

Coordinate travel and accommodation for legal team members attending court hearings or client meetings.
What We Offer:

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional leave during the office closure over Christmas

Annual performance-based bonus

Fee-earner bonus scheme

Regular salary reviews

Company pension scheme

Flexible hybrid working arrangements
Who We’re Looking For:

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

A compassionate and professional manner, particularly when dealing with sensitive family matters

Prior experience in family or child care law is an advantage, but not essential
Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced legal environment

About CRA Consulting:

CRA Consulting is a dedicated legal recruitment specialist operating across the UK. We partner with leading law firms, from local and regional practices to national and international firms. Our recruitment covers all levels, from board and director roles to support positions.
Learn more about how CRA Consulting can support your career by visiting www.craconsultants.com.

Additional Information:

CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
This Paralegal Administrator – Family & Child Care vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days