Our client is seeking a Paralegal to provide administrative and legal support to lawyers, partners, and clients. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for candidates with experience in an office environment to develop their skills within a law firm. It can serve as a stepping stone toward becoming a qualified lawyer, with on-the-job training and exposure to legal processes and documentation.
Job Duties:
- Accurately set up new client matters in client accounting and database systems, including due diligence research.
- Maintain and archive files, ensuring they are up-to-date when active.
- Organise diaries, schedule meetings, and respond to telephone queries.
- Assist with the creation and formatting of documents and presentations for meetings and seminars.
- Develop knowledge of legal terms, procedures, and documentation.
- Conduct legal research, draft documentation, and manage cases.
- Support lawyers with client work, transaction management, and document preparation.
- Assist with billing, financial reporting, budgets, and aged debt monitoring.
- Participate in practice development, sharing knowledge, and attending training sessions.
Job Requirements:
- Undergraduate degree or legal qualification (LLB/GDL/LPC) or A-level standard education with a willingness to study towards legal qualifications.
- Understanding of the legal system and commercial awareness.
- Experience in a legal environment or working within a law firm is desirable.
- Proficiency with MS Office applications and familiarity with legal precedents and billing systems.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent planning and organisational abilities.
- Analytical research skills and the ability to produce concise, clear written content.
- Ambitious, team-oriented, and flexible, with a willingness to support colleagues and engage in business development activities.
What You’ll Love:
You’ll join a professional and dynamic legal team where you can develop your career in law. Our client provides a supportive environment that encourages learning, growth, and professional development. This role offers exposure to diverse legal matters, making it an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience while contributing to the firm’s success.
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