We are looking for a Legal Support Assistant to support our busy Regulatory team, which is based in our Southampton, Cardiff and Reading offices. The successful candidate may be based at any of those offices. We will consider a flexible working pattern for this role. The successful candidate will be supporting the whole team, and working closely with case managers, advocates and paralegals on regul click apply for full job details
May 22, 2024
Full time
We are looking for a Legal Support Assistant to support our busy Regulatory team, which is based in our Southampton, Cardiff and Reading offices. The successful candidate may be based at any of those offices. We will consider a flexible working pattern for this role. The successful candidate will be supporting the whole team, and working closely with case managers, advocates and paralegals on regul click apply for full job details
Job Title: Graduate Scheme - Personal Injury Paralegal Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: £24,750 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Ready to step into the legal world? Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 6,000 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. What we offer you: With 80 current Trainee Solicitors, our Personal Injury Paralegal Graduate Scheme is the ultimate first step to becoming qualified! As a Paralegal you can progress to your Training Contract in just 6-18 months Qualify via LPC or SQE degree apprenticeship 14 weeks of advanced and tailored training to ensure you're a successful Paralegal Three appraisals per year and weekly sessions with your supervisor to guide you The best part? You get to work in Personal Injury Law to see if it is the right fit for you. Who are we looking for? Aspiring Personal Injury Paralegals with strong legal academic achievements (LLB, GDL, LLM, LPC or equivalent) Full-time availability is required from 1st July 2024 and no holidays are booked for the first 12 weeks. No legal work experience necessary Salary, Hours & Benefits Salary - £24,750 per annum. Hours - 8:30 am-5:30 pm Monday-Thursday with a 5 pm finish on Friday Hybrid Working - 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation Holidays - 23 days of holiday a year, rising to 26 days + a day off for your birthday after two years of service Benefits - Lots of benefits like holiday buyback, death in service, free fruit, Employee Assistant Programme, paid social events Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Closing date: Monday 24th June 2024 We rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. By applying for this vacancy, you are giving us consent for to process your data in line with our Privacy Policy, full details of which can be found on our company website. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Legal Graduate, Law Graduate, Graduate, Legal Assistant, Legal Executive, Legal Support Assistant, Person Injury will also be considered for this role.
May 21, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Graduate Scheme - Personal Injury Paralegal Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: £24,750 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Ready to step into the legal world? Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 6,000 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. What we offer you: With 80 current Trainee Solicitors, our Personal Injury Paralegal Graduate Scheme is the ultimate first step to becoming qualified! As a Paralegal you can progress to your Training Contract in just 6-18 months Qualify via LPC or SQE degree apprenticeship 14 weeks of advanced and tailored training to ensure you're a successful Paralegal Three appraisals per year and weekly sessions with your supervisor to guide you The best part? You get to work in Personal Injury Law to see if it is the right fit for you. Who are we looking for? Aspiring Personal Injury Paralegals with strong legal academic achievements (LLB, GDL, LLM, LPC or equivalent) Full-time availability is required from 1st July 2024 and no holidays are booked for the first 12 weeks. No legal work experience necessary Salary, Hours & Benefits Salary - £24,750 per annum. Hours - 8:30 am-5:30 pm Monday-Thursday with a 5 pm finish on Friday Hybrid Working - 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation Holidays - 23 days of holiday a year, rising to 26 days + a day off for your birthday after two years of service Benefits - Lots of benefits like holiday buyback, death in service, free fruit, Employee Assistant Programme, paid social events Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Closing date: Monday 24th June 2024 We rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. By applying for this vacancy, you are giving us consent for to process your data in line with our Privacy Policy, full details of which can be found on our company website. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Legal Graduate, Law Graduate, Graduate, Legal Assistant, Legal Executive, Legal Support Assistant, Person Injury will also be considered for this role.
Wealth Management Assistant Exeter, Devon About Us With offices in Exeter, Teignmouth and Newton Abbot, Tozers Solicitors LLP is looking for a Wealth Management Assistant to join their team working from their Exeter office on a full-time, permanent basis.With 30 partners and 190 staff across our offices, we offer unrivalled legal services to businesses and individuals, both locally and nationally. The Benefits - Competitive salary- 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to five days- Pension- Travel loan scheme- Charity and social responsibility scheme- Extra holiday at Christmas- Flexible and hybrid working optionsThis is the perfect opportunity for an enthusiastic individual with fantastic interpersonal skills to develop a career with our brilliant firm.As one of the South West's top ranked law firms, we can offer you an exceptional environment in which to grow and enhance your career including an organisational focus on development and training. We will provide you a clear path to grow your skill set and achieve your professional goals.So, if you're looking for a bright career with a warm, welcoming team, who champion inclusivity and reward hard work, then this is the perfect position for you! The Role As a Wealth Management Assistant, you will undertake a variety of admin duties to support the efficient running of the Wealth Management Team.Delivering an excellent service to our clients, you will enable our team to remain organised and to work efficiently and effectively, providing administrative legal support to the fee earners.Your role will involve:- Opening, closing and archiving client files- Undertaking audio- and copy-typing- Proofreading and updating dictated work- Dealing with emails or telephone client enquires- Payment and document production- Dealing with requests to retrieve or store documents About You To be considered as a Legal Assistant, you will need:- Organisational skills- Confidence in directly contacting clients and their families- Initiative and problem-solving skillsOther organisations might call this role Office Assistant, Trainee Legal Administrator, Trainee Legal Secretary, Trainee Paralegal, Trainee Legal Secretary, or Junior Legal Secretary.Webrecruit and Tozers Solicitors LLP are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.So, if you're looking to develop your skill set as a Wealth Management Assistant, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
May 21, 2024
Full time
Wealth Management Assistant Exeter, Devon About Us With offices in Exeter, Teignmouth and Newton Abbot, Tozers Solicitors LLP is looking for a Wealth Management Assistant to join their team working from their Exeter office on a full-time, permanent basis.With 30 partners and 190 staff across our offices, we offer unrivalled legal services to businesses and individuals, both locally and nationally. The Benefits - Competitive salary- 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to five days- Pension- Travel loan scheme- Charity and social responsibility scheme- Extra holiday at Christmas- Flexible and hybrid working optionsThis is the perfect opportunity for an enthusiastic individual with fantastic interpersonal skills to develop a career with our brilliant firm.As one of the South West's top ranked law firms, we can offer you an exceptional environment in which to grow and enhance your career including an organisational focus on development and training. We will provide you a clear path to grow your skill set and achieve your professional goals.So, if you're looking for a bright career with a warm, welcoming team, who champion inclusivity and reward hard work, then this is the perfect position for you! The Role As a Wealth Management Assistant, you will undertake a variety of admin duties to support the efficient running of the Wealth Management Team.Delivering an excellent service to our clients, you will enable our team to remain organised and to work efficiently and effectively, providing administrative legal support to the fee earners.Your role will involve:- Opening, closing and archiving client files- Undertaking audio- and copy-typing- Proofreading and updating dictated work- Dealing with emails or telephone client enquires- Payment and document production- Dealing with requests to retrieve or store documents About You To be considered as a Legal Assistant, you will need:- Organisational skills- Confidence in directly contacting clients and their families- Initiative and problem-solving skillsOther organisations might call this role Office Assistant, Trainee Legal Administrator, Trainee Legal Secretary, Trainee Paralegal, Trainee Legal Secretary, or Junior Legal Secretary.Webrecruit and Tozers Solicitors LLP are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.So, if you're looking to develop your skill set as a Wealth Management Assistant, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Newstaff Employment Services is recruiting for a Paralegal/Legal Assistant on behalf of our client, a successful firm of Solicitors based in Chesham, Bucks. The role is to provide legal assistance and administrative support to the Commercial Property Fee Earners and others as required. The ideal candidate will have at least one years' experience of working in a Commercial Property team.(Essential) and have experience in handling the administrative side of commercial property transactions Duties to include: • Dealing with clients and other people calling at the office • Progressing cases as requested by the fee earner • Dealing with compliance matters (AML searches, etc.) • Making appointments and attending clients • Dealing with post completion matters and dealing with Land Registry • General Paralegal tasks in relation to individual file management: • Word processing and sending and receiving e-mails, filing, photocopying • Linking incoming post to appropriate case files • Liaising with court staff and other third parties as required • Reception cover, as required Essential Requirements: Audio typing 60+ words per minute Good knowledge of the commercial property processes Good understanding of commercial property terminolog Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software High standard of English grammar and spelling Excellent attention to detail General administration/office skills Strong verbalcommunication skills A friendly and approachable nature with an enthusiastic approach to the job Ability to deal sensitively with clients Confident meeting with clients and speaking to clients and other third parties Diary management Knowledge of forms/layouts used in legal documentation Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines Monday to Friday role Salary: £25,000 pa to £35,000 pa + Benefits Interested? Please call Anne Marie on (phone number removed) or email CV to (url removed)
May 21, 2024
Full time
Newstaff Employment Services is recruiting for a Paralegal/Legal Assistant on behalf of our client, a successful firm of Solicitors based in Chesham, Bucks. The role is to provide legal assistance and administrative support to the Commercial Property Fee Earners and others as required. The ideal candidate will have at least one years' experience of working in a Commercial Property team.(Essential) and have experience in handling the administrative side of commercial property transactions Duties to include: • Dealing with clients and other people calling at the office • Progressing cases as requested by the fee earner • Dealing with compliance matters (AML searches, etc.) • Making appointments and attending clients • Dealing with post completion matters and dealing with Land Registry • General Paralegal tasks in relation to individual file management: • Word processing and sending and receiving e-mails, filing, photocopying • Linking incoming post to appropriate case files • Liaising with court staff and other third parties as required • Reception cover, as required Essential Requirements: Audio typing 60+ words per minute Good knowledge of the commercial property processes Good understanding of commercial property terminolog Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software High standard of English grammar and spelling Excellent attention to detail General administration/office skills Strong verbalcommunication skills A friendly and approachable nature with an enthusiastic approach to the job Ability to deal sensitively with clients Confident meeting with clients and speaking to clients and other third parties Diary management Knowledge of forms/layouts used in legal documentation Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines Monday to Friday role Salary: £25,000 pa to £35,000 pa + Benefits Interested? Please call Anne Marie on (phone number removed) or email CV to (url removed)
Residential Property Paralegal An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Residential Property Paralegal to join a highly regarded law firm, based in their Central London office. This firm are property specialists and are well-known for their work in this sector. The ideal candidate will be a motivated and enthusiastic individual with experience of working in a Residential Conveyancing department. As a Residential Property Paralegal, you will be supporting on a caseload of: Sales and purchases Re-mortgages Transfer of equity Right to buy Shared ownership New builds Duties will include (but not limited to): Assisting with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks Preparing standard correspondence and documents Ordering property searches Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) return and payment Land Registry applications Review client account ledger Update case management system and database Take and make calls to clients and others in a professional and friendly manner You will be given the chance to work with, and learn from, respected solicitors in the industry as you look to progress with your career. Experience: At least 6 months experience working in a conveyancing or real estate team (essential). Familiarity with conveyancing procedures and legal terminology Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Proficient in using computer software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations related to property transactions If you're a Residential Property Paralegal, looking for a new role in London with great progression opportunities then apply today!
May 21, 2024
Full time
Residential Property Paralegal An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Residential Property Paralegal to join a highly regarded law firm, based in their Central London office. This firm are property specialists and are well-known for their work in this sector. The ideal candidate will be a motivated and enthusiastic individual with experience of working in a Residential Conveyancing department. As a Residential Property Paralegal, you will be supporting on a caseload of: Sales and purchases Re-mortgages Transfer of equity Right to buy Shared ownership New builds Duties will include (but not limited to): Assisting with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks Preparing standard correspondence and documents Ordering property searches Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) return and payment Land Registry applications Review client account ledger Update case management system and database Take and make calls to clients and others in a professional and friendly manner You will be given the chance to work with, and learn from, respected solicitors in the industry as you look to progress with your career. Experience: At least 6 months experience working in a conveyancing or real estate team (essential). Familiarity with conveyancing procedures and legal terminology Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Proficient in using computer software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations related to property transactions If you're a Residential Property Paralegal, looking for a new role in London with great progression opportunities then apply today!
Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Conveyancing Paralegal to join their Residential Conveyancing team on a permanent basis. The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate their organisational skills and prioritisation of work. Be able to meet deadlines and work well under pressure in a team environment, being flexible, proactive and using their initiative at all times. Key Responsibilities To liaise with the Department Managers and Department Head to establish daily responsibilities To perform daily tasks which include Filling of post and files Production of work using the Office Management System, including but not limited to: Taking telephone messages for Managers and liaising with clients as appropriate Checking and working in accordance with task list and diary reminders Ensure that work produced is signed off and post ready for 4pm To provide cover for other paralegals /assistants during their absence Meeting clients to take messages or arrange appointments To attend office / department meetings and training sessions as required Requirement Good standard of literacy, numeracy and attention to detail Pleasant manner, flexible and co-operate Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility for quality of work Good time management skills Excellent client care Good communication Skills Good typing skills (audio /copy) Flexibility in support of other members of staff Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.
May 20, 2024
Full time
Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Conveyancing Paralegal to join their Residential Conveyancing team on a permanent basis. The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate their organisational skills and prioritisation of work. Be able to meet deadlines and work well under pressure in a team environment, being flexible, proactive and using their initiative at all times. Key Responsibilities To liaise with the Department Managers and Department Head to establish daily responsibilities To perform daily tasks which include Filling of post and files Production of work using the Office Management System, including but not limited to: Taking telephone messages for Managers and liaising with clients as appropriate Checking and working in accordance with task list and diary reminders Ensure that work produced is signed off and post ready for 4pm To provide cover for other paralegals /assistants during their absence Meeting clients to take messages or arrange appointments To attend office / department meetings and training sessions as required Requirement Good standard of literacy, numeracy and attention to detail Pleasant manner, flexible and co-operate Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility for quality of work Good time management skills Excellent client care Good communication Skills Good typing skills (audio /copy) Flexibility in support of other members of staff Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.
Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Conveyancing Administrator to join their Residential Conveyancing team on a permanent basis. The role is working full-time and is office based. The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate their organisational skills and prioritisation of work. Be able to meet deadlines and work well under pressure in a team environment, being flexible, proactive and using their initiative at all times. Key Responsibilities Filling of post and files Production of work using the Office Management System, including but not limited to: Taking telephone messages for Managers and liaising with clients as appropriate Checking and working in accordance with task list and diary reminders Ensure that work produced is signed off and post ready for 4pm To provide cover for other paralegals/assistants during their absence Meeting clients to take messages or arrange appointments To attend office / department meetings and training sessions as required Assisting clients in supplying identity documents Sending payment links Initial contact with mortgage lenders Assisting clients completing initial forms and preparing and issuing draft contracts on sales Contacting sellers Solicitors to provide draft contracts and initiate searches Requirements Good standard of literacy, numeracy and attention to detail Pleasant manner, flexible and co-operate Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility for quality of work Good time management skills Excellent client care Good communication Skills Good typing skills (audio /copy) Flexibility in support of other members of staff Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.
May 20, 2024
Full time
Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Conveyancing Administrator to join their Residential Conveyancing team on a permanent basis. The role is working full-time and is office based. The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate their organisational skills and prioritisation of work. Be able to meet deadlines and work well under pressure in a team environment, being flexible, proactive and using their initiative at all times. Key Responsibilities Filling of post and files Production of work using the Office Management System, including but not limited to: Taking telephone messages for Managers and liaising with clients as appropriate Checking and working in accordance with task list and diary reminders Ensure that work produced is signed off and post ready for 4pm To provide cover for other paralegals/assistants during their absence Meeting clients to take messages or arrange appointments To attend office / department meetings and training sessions as required Assisting clients in supplying identity documents Sending payment links Initial contact with mortgage lenders Assisting clients completing initial forms and preparing and issuing draft contracts on sales Contacting sellers Solicitors to provide draft contracts and initiate searches Requirements Good standard of literacy, numeracy and attention to detail Pleasant manner, flexible and co-operate Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility for quality of work Good time management skills Excellent client care Good communication Skills Good typing skills (audio /copy) Flexibility in support of other members of staff Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.
Litigation Assistant - Court of Protection (property and finance deputyships) London (with hybrid home working) Permanent, Full time Salary: Competitive, plus benefits Reference - LA/COP/AC/MAY24 About Leigh Day We are a top 100 law firm committed to claimant-only cases, ensuring that individuals have the same access to justice as the UK Government and large corporations. We're not afraid to take on difficult and challenging cases involving medical negligence, serious personal injuries, discrimination in the workplace, defective products and human rights abuses in this country and overseas. About the departments Our Personal Injury team represent clients who have suffered any injury at work or in any public setting whether in this country or abroad when it wasn't their fault. The department has specialist teams in road traffic accidents including a cycling specific team, work injury and industrial diseases, travel claims, brain and spinal cord injuries. Our Clinical Negligence team represent clients who have experienced any instance of substandard medical treatment that causes injury or an existing condition to worsen. Our expert solicitors specialise in claims relating to brain injury, cerebral palsy and birth injuries. Examples of successful compensation awarded includes a Five-figure settlement for a first-time mother suffering depression after delayed surgery and more than £30 million for lifelong care for a boy starved of oxygen at birth. About the role We have an exciting opportunity for a Litigation Assistant to work within the Court of Protection (property & financial affairs) team assisting with the management and administration of finance deputyships and personal injury trusts for clients with high value compensation and damages awards. You will be supporting the professional Deputy and paralegals working within the Court of Protection team across the PI and Medical Negligence departments. To find out more about the role, who we are looking for and how to apply, please click 'Apply Now' and you will be redirected to our website. Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as you can in order to be considered. Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Leigh Day is committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion. We value the diversity of our colleagues, our clients and the third parties with whom we work. We seek to create an environment where everyone feels included and valued for their unique characteristics, skills and abilities and supported in their needs and responsibilities. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. Employee Benefits • Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home for a full-time worker)• 29 days annual leave (excluding public holidays)• Enhanced pension contributions (Aviva)• Life assurance 4 x salary• Healthcare cash plan with Medicash• Private Health Insurance (BUPA)• Subsidised gym/ sports team membership up to 50% off• Cycle to work scheme• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
May 20, 2024
Full time
Litigation Assistant - Court of Protection (property and finance deputyships) London (with hybrid home working) Permanent, Full time Salary: Competitive, plus benefits Reference - LA/COP/AC/MAY24 About Leigh Day We are a top 100 law firm committed to claimant-only cases, ensuring that individuals have the same access to justice as the UK Government and large corporations. We're not afraid to take on difficult and challenging cases involving medical negligence, serious personal injuries, discrimination in the workplace, defective products and human rights abuses in this country and overseas. About the departments Our Personal Injury team represent clients who have suffered any injury at work or in any public setting whether in this country or abroad when it wasn't their fault. The department has specialist teams in road traffic accidents including a cycling specific team, work injury and industrial diseases, travel claims, brain and spinal cord injuries. Our Clinical Negligence team represent clients who have experienced any instance of substandard medical treatment that causes injury or an existing condition to worsen. Our expert solicitors specialise in claims relating to brain injury, cerebral palsy and birth injuries. Examples of successful compensation awarded includes a Five-figure settlement for a first-time mother suffering depression after delayed surgery and more than £30 million for lifelong care for a boy starved of oxygen at birth. About the role We have an exciting opportunity for a Litigation Assistant to work within the Court of Protection (property & financial affairs) team assisting with the management and administration of finance deputyships and personal injury trusts for clients with high value compensation and damages awards. You will be supporting the professional Deputy and paralegals working within the Court of Protection team across the PI and Medical Negligence departments. To find out more about the role, who we are looking for and how to apply, please click 'Apply Now' and you will be redirected to our website. Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as you can in order to be considered. Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Leigh Day is committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion. We value the diversity of our colleagues, our clients and the third parties with whom we work. We seek to create an environment where everyone feels included and valued for their unique characteristics, skills and abilities and supported in their needs and responsibilities. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. Employee Benefits • Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home for a full-time worker)• 29 days annual leave (excluding public holidays)• Enhanced pension contributions (Aviva)• Life assurance 4 x salary• Healthcare cash plan with Medicash• Private Health Insurance (BUPA)• Subsidised gym/ sports team membership up to 50% off• Cycle to work scheme• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
My client is seeking to appoint an experienced S enior Paralegal / Private Client Assistant to join their Private Client Team. Based in Ashton-Under-Lyne, my client are committed to doing what is right and making a positive difference. A legal company that is very proud of their firms history, the roots of which can be traced back over 175 years click apply for full job details
May 20, 2024
Full time
My client is seeking to appoint an experienced S enior Paralegal / Private Client Assistant to join their Private Client Team. Based in Ashton-Under-Lyne, my client are committed to doing what is right and making a positive difference. A legal company that is very proud of their firms history, the roots of which can be traced back over 175 years click apply for full job details
Brook Street UK Ltd are looking for a legal assistant to work along side paralegals and solicitors in the personal injury department. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated solicitor or paralegal to join our dynamic personal injury department in Chichester. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the team, contributing to the management of higher value multi-track cases thr click apply for full job details
May 20, 2024
Full time
Brook Street UK Ltd are looking for a legal assistant to work along side paralegals and solicitors in the personal injury department. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated solicitor or paralegal to join our dynamic personal injury department in Chichester. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the team, contributing to the management of higher value multi-track cases thr click apply for full job details
Post Exchange and Post Completions Assistant Sidcup - Office Based GBP24,000 - GBP26,000 Our client, a well-established Law firm is looking for an experienced Post Exchange and Post Completions Assistant based in their Sidcup office. This is a permanent position working from 9am to 5.30pm. The right person for this role will be able to manage and prioritise a busy workload and support two Fee Earners. Duties include: Dealing with post-exchange correspondence Requesting mortgage funds Setting matters up for completion Obtaining priority searches and carrying out bankruptcy searches Preparation of completion and apportionment statements Dealing with all post-completion formalities including Registration, Land Registry Forms, AP1 and FR1 applications Responsible for SDLT returns and discharges Charge Registration applications to Companies House Service of all appropriate notices and obtaining certificates of compliance and dealing with share transfer for leasehold and managed property Promptly addressing Requisitions and keeping lenders updated on registration delays Liaising with clients, solicitors and estate agents by email and telephone Updating online lender platforms (LMS and Lender Exchange) The right Post Exchange and Post Completions Assistant will need at least 2 years of Conveyancing experience, either as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant and prior exposure to handling a caseload is also desirable. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team and be able to work to tight deadlines efficiently. If you have the relevant experience for this role, please apply today.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Post Exchange and Post Completions Assistant Sidcup - Office Based GBP24,000 - GBP26,000 Our client, a well-established Law firm is looking for an experienced Post Exchange and Post Completions Assistant based in their Sidcup office. This is a permanent position working from 9am to 5.30pm. The right person for this role will be able to manage and prioritise a busy workload and support two Fee Earners. Duties include: Dealing with post-exchange correspondence Requesting mortgage funds Setting matters up for completion Obtaining priority searches and carrying out bankruptcy searches Preparation of completion and apportionment statements Dealing with all post-completion formalities including Registration, Land Registry Forms, AP1 and FR1 applications Responsible for SDLT returns and discharges Charge Registration applications to Companies House Service of all appropriate notices and obtaining certificates of compliance and dealing with share transfer for leasehold and managed property Promptly addressing Requisitions and keeping lenders updated on registration delays Liaising with clients, solicitors and estate agents by email and telephone Updating online lender platforms (LMS and Lender Exchange) The right Post Exchange and Post Completions Assistant will need at least 2 years of Conveyancing experience, either as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant and prior exposure to handling a caseload is also desirable. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team and be able to work to tight deadlines efficiently. If you have the relevant experience for this role, please apply today.
Job Title: Graduate Scheme - Personal Injury Paralegal Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: 24,750 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Ready to step into the legal world? Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 6,000 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. What we offer you: With 80 current Trainee Solicitors, our Personal Injury Paralegal Graduate Scheme is the ultimate first step to becoming qualified! As a Paralegal you can progress to your Training Contract in just 6-18 months Qualify via LPC or SQE degree apprenticeship 14 weeks of advanced and tailored training to ensure you're a successful Paralegal Three appraisals per year and weekly sessions with your supervisor to guide you The best part? You get to work in Personal Injury Law to see if it is the right fit for you. Who are we looking for? Aspiring Personal Injury Paralegals with strong legal academic achievements (LLB, GDL, LLM, LPC or equivalent) Full-time availability is required from 1st July 2024 and no holidays are booked for the first 12 weeks. No legal work experience necessary Salary, Hours & Benefits Salary - 24,750 per annum. Hours - 8:30 am-5:30 pm Monday-Thursday with a 5 pm finish on Friday Hybrid Working - 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation Holidays - 23 days of holiday a year, rising to 26 days + a day off for your birthday after two years of service Benefits - Lots of benefits like holiday buyback, death in service, free fruit, Employee Assistant Programme, paid social events Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Closing date: Monday 24th June 2024 We rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. By applying for this vacancy, you are giving us consent for to process your data in line with our Privacy Policy, full details of which can be found on our company website. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Legal Graduate, Law Graduate, Graduate, Legal Assistant, Legal Executive, Legal Support Assistant, Person Injury will also be considered for this role.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Graduate Scheme - Personal Injury Paralegal Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: 24,750 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Ready to step into the legal world? Express Solicitors are currently ranked 80 out of more than 10,000 law firms in the UK and ranked in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies. We have a 5-star ranking with Trust Pilot from over 6,000 reviews, which, coming from our clients, means a lot to us. What we offer you: With 80 current Trainee Solicitors, our Personal Injury Paralegal Graduate Scheme is the ultimate first step to becoming qualified! As a Paralegal you can progress to your Training Contract in just 6-18 months Qualify via LPC or SQE degree apprenticeship 14 weeks of advanced and tailored training to ensure you're a successful Paralegal Three appraisals per year and weekly sessions with your supervisor to guide you The best part? You get to work in Personal Injury Law to see if it is the right fit for you. Who are we looking for? Aspiring Personal Injury Paralegals with strong legal academic achievements (LLB, GDL, LLM, LPC or equivalent) Full-time availability is required from 1st July 2024 and no holidays are booked for the first 12 weeks. No legal work experience necessary Salary, Hours & Benefits Salary - 24,750 per annum. Hours - 8:30 am-5:30 pm Monday-Thursday with a 5 pm finish on Friday Hybrid Working - 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation Holidays - 23 days of holiday a year, rising to 26 days + a day off for your birthday after two years of service Benefits - Lots of benefits like holiday buyback, death in service, free fruit, Employee Assistant Programme, paid social events Recruitment Process: Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. Closing date: Monday 24th June 2024 We rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. By applying for this vacancy, you are giving us consent for to process your data in line with our Privacy Policy, full details of which can be found on our company website. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Legal Graduate, Law Graduate, Graduate, Legal Assistant, Legal Executive, Legal Support Assistant, Person Injury will also be considered for this role.
An exciting opportunity has come up for a Paralegal to join top legal client in their Private Client team. The position will be permanent, based full time in their Leamington Spa office. Key duties to include: Drafting Wills Preparing and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney documentation. Managing Trusts and Estates casework. Preparing Probate paperwork. Undertaking general supportive duties for Private Client fee earners. The successful candidate will have: Previous Private Client paralegal/legal assistant experience. Strong spelling and grammar. Strong working understanding of Microsoft packages such as Word and Excel. Attentive to detail. A team player willing to learn and develop! If this looks like your next challenge, contact Jade ASAP quoting reference "JM601".
May 18, 2024
Full time
An exciting opportunity has come up for a Paralegal to join top legal client in their Private Client team. The position will be permanent, based full time in their Leamington Spa office. Key duties to include: Drafting Wills Preparing and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney documentation. Managing Trusts and Estates casework. Preparing Probate paperwork. Undertaking general supportive duties for Private Client fee earners. The successful candidate will have: Previous Private Client paralegal/legal assistant experience. Strong spelling and grammar. Strong working understanding of Microsoft packages such as Word and Excel. Attentive to detail. A team player willing to learn and develop! If this looks like your next challenge, contact Jade ASAP quoting reference "JM601".
We are proud to be representing our top client in their search for a Private Client Paralegal to join their Chester team. This position will be a permanent opportunity, based full time in the office. Key duties to include: Registering and preparing Powers of Attorney documentation. Will drafting. Preparing Probate documentation. Managing Estates and trusts casework. Supporting the Private Client fee earners as required. The successful candidate will have: Private Client paralegal/legal assistant experience. Bachelors Educated in Law. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities. IT literate. Eager for a fresh opportunity. If this looks like your next challenge, contact Jade ASAP quoting reference "JM602".
May 18, 2024
Full time
We are proud to be representing our top client in their search for a Private Client Paralegal to join their Chester team. This position will be a permanent opportunity, based full time in the office. Key duties to include: Registering and preparing Powers of Attorney documentation. Will drafting. Preparing Probate documentation. Managing Estates and trusts casework. Supporting the Private Client fee earners as required. The successful candidate will have: Private Client paralegal/legal assistant experience. Bachelors Educated in Law. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities. IT literate. Eager for a fresh opportunity. If this looks like your next challenge, contact Jade ASAP quoting reference "JM602".
Are you a capable and experience Legal Secretary? Do you have experience of Commercial property or a related area and want to work with a highly respected and professional team? Would you like to work where you feel valued and who can offer a salary and benefits to match? Great - please apply today This multi-office law firm are looking for a senior Legal Secretary to work with one of the largest teams in the business - Commercial property. This role is a cross between Legal Secretary and Paralegal and therefore I am looking for a highly capable person for this team. You will be supporting the fee earners on a broad range of transactions by drafting documentation, audio-typing and preparing financial paperwork, This team help clients with a wide range transactions from commercial development and investments to renewable energy and environmental energy cases. You will have a strong skillset including helping to produce documents such as Wills and LPA's, document production and management including typing of notes and letter. Benefits Excellent benefits package Bonus potential Parking available Hybrid opportunity after training What are the day-to-day responsibilities of the Legal Secretary: Liaising with clients over the phone, email and in person Opening and closing case files Typing Dictation Diary management and other administrative tasks such as arranging of appointments Required Skills and Qualifications: Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant (preferably gained within Commercial Property) Strong technical skills including CRM's, Word, Excel etc Excellent communication skills and time management skills If you are interested and have the relevant experience, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV and we promise to get back to you. As champions of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, Hooray commit to reviewing every application we receive with complete fairness and equality. Hooray is acting as an agency on behalf of the client for this position. Hooray is proud to be a corporate member of the REC, the recruitment industry's leading professional body.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Are you a capable and experience Legal Secretary? Do you have experience of Commercial property or a related area and want to work with a highly respected and professional team? Would you like to work where you feel valued and who can offer a salary and benefits to match? Great - please apply today This multi-office law firm are looking for a senior Legal Secretary to work with one of the largest teams in the business - Commercial property. This role is a cross between Legal Secretary and Paralegal and therefore I am looking for a highly capable person for this team. You will be supporting the fee earners on a broad range of transactions by drafting documentation, audio-typing and preparing financial paperwork, This team help clients with a wide range transactions from commercial development and investments to renewable energy and environmental energy cases. You will have a strong skillset including helping to produce documents such as Wills and LPA's, document production and management including typing of notes and letter. Benefits Excellent benefits package Bonus potential Parking available Hybrid opportunity after training What are the day-to-day responsibilities of the Legal Secretary: Liaising with clients over the phone, email and in person Opening and closing case files Typing Dictation Diary management and other administrative tasks such as arranging of appointments Required Skills and Qualifications: Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant (preferably gained within Commercial Property) Strong technical skills including CRM's, Word, Excel etc Excellent communication skills and time management skills If you are interested and have the relevant experience, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV and we promise to get back to you. As champions of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, Hooray commit to reviewing every application we receive with complete fairness and equality. Hooray is acting as an agency on behalf of the client for this position. Hooray is proud to be a corporate member of the REC, the recruitment industry's leading professional body.
JOB TITLE: Legal PA - Catastrophic Injury Department HOURS: Full Time Location: Manchester / Hybrid Salary: up to 28,500 DOE Please note, that this is not an entry-level position. This is for an experienced Legal PA's / Secretaries. YOUR NEW COMPANY: A Top Tier modern Leading Legal 100 law firm is looking for a Personal Assistant to join the head of Personal Injury, assisting on their day to day and general running of files. This firms workforce has grown by more than 500 while still retaining the nurtured culture. This firm is Vibrant and full of opportunities. YOUR DAY TO DAY: Directly assisting Head of Personal Injury / Catastrophic Injury. Working one to one. General Admin Secretarial support on the caseload and to senior solicitors/partners Diary Management and booking arrangements. Phone management. Inbound and outbound Prepare bundles ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Experience as a 'Legal Secretary/Personal Assistant - ESSENTIAL Experience working as a Secretary within Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, Catastrophic Injury / Serious injury departments. Excellent client care Paralegal experience preferred. Experience with, Digital dictation, Managing client files, claiming expenses, creating electronic bundles, Efiling and client care/contact. Benefits 25 days holiday + bank holiday + birthday off + corporate social days Hybrid working Free on site gym Death in service x2 annual salary Professional fees paid Pension scheme If you feel you could be a suitable candidate for this position please apply now, for further information please contact removed) and reference CWS171
May 18, 2024
Full time
JOB TITLE: Legal PA - Catastrophic Injury Department HOURS: Full Time Location: Manchester / Hybrid Salary: up to 28,500 DOE Please note, that this is not an entry-level position. This is for an experienced Legal PA's / Secretaries. YOUR NEW COMPANY: A Top Tier modern Leading Legal 100 law firm is looking for a Personal Assistant to join the head of Personal Injury, assisting on their day to day and general running of files. This firms workforce has grown by more than 500 while still retaining the nurtured culture. This firm is Vibrant and full of opportunities. YOUR DAY TO DAY: Directly assisting Head of Personal Injury / Catastrophic Injury. Working one to one. General Admin Secretarial support on the caseload and to senior solicitors/partners Diary Management and booking arrangements. Phone management. Inbound and outbound Prepare bundles ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Experience as a 'Legal Secretary/Personal Assistant - ESSENTIAL Experience working as a Secretary within Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, Catastrophic Injury / Serious injury departments. Excellent client care Paralegal experience preferred. Experience with, Digital dictation, Managing client files, claiming expenses, creating electronic bundles, Efiling and client care/contact. Benefits 25 days holiday + bank holiday + birthday off + corporate social days Hybrid working Free on site gym Death in service x2 annual salary Professional fees paid Pension scheme If you feel you could be a suitable candidate for this position please apply now, for further information please contact removed) and reference CWS171
An accomplished Law Firm in South Oxfordshire is looking for an eager to learn and motivated Paralegal, to welcome into their close-knit Residential Property Team. The Residential Paralegal Role The successful Residential Paralegal will be joining a small but reputable Law Firm, who are experienced in providing high-quality advice to their range of clients. The Residential Paralegal will be working alongside fellow paralegals on a varied caseloads including selling and buying of both houses and flats, transfers of equity, refinancing, re-mortgages, development matters, plot sales, residential property portfolios and investments. The Residential Paralegal would need to be confident and a team player who is able to be always proactive, also to have experience liaising with clients. The Residential Paralegal At least 1 -2 years Residential Paralegal experience Preferably degree qualified Passion for Residential Property Law Driven and ambitious Hard-working and proactive Multi-tasking Team Player In Return? 24,000- 30,000 27 days holiday + bank holidays 3 day break over Christmas Induction training, on the job training. Wellness payment Employee assistant program Pension Hybrid working (2 day in office) Progression opportunities Monthly team lunches Yearly Christmas social parties If you're a Paralegal considering your career opportunities, please contact Gemma Hughes at Brandon James (phone number removed) Ref Paralegal / Residential Paralegal / Residential / Conveyancing / Residential Property
May 18, 2024
Full time
An accomplished Law Firm in South Oxfordshire is looking for an eager to learn and motivated Paralegal, to welcome into their close-knit Residential Property Team. The Residential Paralegal Role The successful Residential Paralegal will be joining a small but reputable Law Firm, who are experienced in providing high-quality advice to their range of clients. The Residential Paralegal will be working alongside fellow paralegals on a varied caseloads including selling and buying of both houses and flats, transfers of equity, refinancing, re-mortgages, development matters, plot sales, residential property portfolios and investments. The Residential Paralegal would need to be confident and a team player who is able to be always proactive, also to have experience liaising with clients. The Residential Paralegal At least 1 -2 years Residential Paralegal experience Preferably degree qualified Passion for Residential Property Law Driven and ambitious Hard-working and proactive Multi-tasking Team Player In Return? 24,000- 30,000 27 days holiday + bank holidays 3 day break over Christmas Induction training, on the job training. Wellness payment Employee assistant program Pension Hybrid working (2 day in office) Progression opportunities Monthly team lunches Yearly Christmas social parties If you're a Paralegal considering your career opportunities, please contact Gemma Hughes at Brandon James (phone number removed) Ref Paralegal / Residential Paralegal / Residential / Conveyancing / Residential Property
Job Title: Debt Recovery Litigation Assistant Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: 24,750 per annum Job type: Permanent, Full time We see the Litigation Assistant role as a steppingstone towards even greater things - to Litigation Executive where, after sufficient tenure (usually circa 12 months), you may apply for the period of recognised training, subject to the application criteria i.e. demonstrable success and commitment in the role. We are looking for people who - with further investment by us - will make excellent litigation lawyers. We have 80 Trainee Solicitors undertaking a combination of the traditional route to qualifying via LPC or the SQE Degree Apprenticeship. We offer rolling admittance dates throughout the year. The Role We litigate a number of debt recovery claims within the firm. As a Litigation Assistant within our debt team, you will assist our Lawyers in both pre-litigated and post litigated work in relation to breach of contract debt claims. You will also be working closely with the Head of Consumer Claims on non-debt related litigation and other company projects. Job description - the types of tasks within the role You will be supporting a lawyer with their caseloads and helping to manage their client relationships. Client care is an important part of the role, ensuring that clients are happy with the progression of their case. Task management & Case progression including: Drafting letters of claim. Engaging with Defendants by telephone and written communication. Drafting Court documents, including Claim Forms, Particulars of Claim and Interlocutory Applications. Drafting witness statements. Instructing Counsel and liaising with clerks. Keeping the case management file fully up to date Being proactive - chasing third parties by telephone, email and post. Who are we looking for? We are looking for people who have strong legal academic achievement (LLB, LLM, LPC, GDL, SQE). Candidates who have passed their LPC or equivalent will be at an advantage. Usually this will be in tandem with relevant work experience (Legal advice clinic, mini pupillage, vacation schemes etc.), to show a desire for litigation as well as strong commercial acumen. Experience of litigation is desirable but not essential. We are looking for people who show professionalism, maturity and aptitude for client handling and ability to deal with pressure. You will be expected to take responsibility for the tasks in your remit. We are looking for a candidate who have has had experience in dealing with difficult situations and can show skills in objection handling and resilience. We are looking for people with the right attitude, who want to learn and progress. Working Hours: 8:30am-5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday Benefits: We always endeavour to recruit and retain the best staff around. To do so we offer competitive remuneration packages, ongoing training and development opportunities and a wide variety of interesting and challenging work. Additionally, we also offer the following: 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days 3 holiday buy backs per year after 1 year of service Extra day's holiday for your birthday after 2 years' service. Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service Attending Lawyer meetings and training sessions (every other month) 3 appraisals per annum to discuss career and progress towards a training contract Death in Service - 2 x salary Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Active training culture and various groups and events such as Diversity & Inclusion. Netball / Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Enhanced Maternity Leave payment if you have over 1 year tenure Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, free fruit & annual flu jab Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams, which will include a short presentation and some technical questions. You will be provided full information and support at every step. Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. We rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. By applying for this vacancy, you are giving us consent for to process your data in line with our Privacy Policy, full details of which can be found on our company website. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Junior Paralegal, Trainee Solicitor, Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant, Legal Executive, Legal Support Assistant, Paralegal, Legal Executive, Legal Handler, Legal Secretary, Legal Aid will also be considered for this role.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Debt Recovery Litigation Assistant Location: Sharston, M22 4HH Salary: 24,750 per annum Job type: Permanent, Full time We see the Litigation Assistant role as a steppingstone towards even greater things - to Litigation Executive where, after sufficient tenure (usually circa 12 months), you may apply for the period of recognised training, subject to the application criteria i.e. demonstrable success and commitment in the role. We are looking for people who - with further investment by us - will make excellent litigation lawyers. We have 80 Trainee Solicitors undertaking a combination of the traditional route to qualifying via LPC or the SQE Degree Apprenticeship. We offer rolling admittance dates throughout the year. The Role We litigate a number of debt recovery claims within the firm. As a Litigation Assistant within our debt team, you will assist our Lawyers in both pre-litigated and post litigated work in relation to breach of contract debt claims. You will also be working closely with the Head of Consumer Claims on non-debt related litigation and other company projects. Job description - the types of tasks within the role You will be supporting a lawyer with their caseloads and helping to manage their client relationships. Client care is an important part of the role, ensuring that clients are happy with the progression of their case. Task management & Case progression including: Drafting letters of claim. Engaging with Defendants by telephone and written communication. Drafting Court documents, including Claim Forms, Particulars of Claim and Interlocutory Applications. Drafting witness statements. Instructing Counsel and liaising with clerks. Keeping the case management file fully up to date Being proactive - chasing third parties by telephone, email and post. Who are we looking for? We are looking for people who have strong legal academic achievement (LLB, LLM, LPC, GDL, SQE). Candidates who have passed their LPC or equivalent will be at an advantage. Usually this will be in tandem with relevant work experience (Legal advice clinic, mini pupillage, vacation schemes etc.), to show a desire for litigation as well as strong commercial acumen. Experience of litigation is desirable but not essential. We are looking for people who show professionalism, maturity and aptitude for client handling and ability to deal with pressure. You will be expected to take responsibility for the tasks in your remit. We are looking for a candidate who have has had experience in dealing with difficult situations and can show skills in objection handling and resilience. We are looking for people with the right attitude, who want to learn and progress. Working Hours: 8:30am-5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday Benefits: We always endeavour to recruit and retain the best staff around. To do so we offer competitive remuneration packages, ongoing training and development opportunities and a wide variety of interesting and challenging work. Additionally, we also offer the following: 3/2 alternative working from home pattern staff after probation 23 days holiday a year, rising to 26 days 3 holiday buy backs per year after 1 year of service Extra day's holiday for your birthday after 2 years' service. Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service Attending Lawyer meetings and training sessions (every other month) 3 appraisals per annum to discuss career and progress towards a training contract Death in Service - 2 x salary Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Active training culture and various groups and events such as Diversity & Inclusion. Netball / Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Enhanced Maternity Leave payment if you have over 1 year tenure Other benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, free fruit & annual flu jab Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams, which will include a short presentation and some technical questions. You will be provided full information and support at every step. Please send a CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY. We rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. By applying for this vacancy, you are giving us consent for to process your data in line with our Privacy Policy, full details of which can be found on our company website. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Junior Paralegal, Trainee Solicitor, Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant, Legal Executive, Legal Support Assistant, Paralegal, Legal Executive, Legal Handler, Legal Secretary, Legal Aid will also be considered for this role.
Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Conveyancing Paralegal to join their Residential Conveyancing team on a permanent basis. The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate their organisational skills and prioritisation of work. Be able to meet deadlines and work well under pressure in a team environment, being flexible, proactive and using their initiative at all times. Key Responsibilities To liaise with the Department Managers and Department Head to establish daily responsibilities To perform daily tasks which include Filling of post and files Production of work using the Office Management System, including but not limited to: Taking telephone messages for Managers and liaising with clients as appropriate Checking and working in accordance with task list and diary reminders Ensure that work produced is signed off and post ready for 4pm To provide cover for other paralegals /assistants during their absence Meeting clients to take messages or arrange appointments To attend office / department meetings and training sessions as required Requirement Good standard of literacy, numeracy and attention to detail Pleasant manner, flexible and co-operate Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility for quality of work Good time management skills Excellent client care Good communication Skills Good typing skills (audio /copy) Flexibility in support of other members of staff Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Conveyancing Paralegal to join their Residential Conveyancing team on a permanent basis. The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate their organisational skills and prioritisation of work. Be able to meet deadlines and work well under pressure in a team environment, being flexible, proactive and using their initiative at all times. Key Responsibilities To liaise with the Department Managers and Department Head to establish daily responsibilities To perform daily tasks which include Filling of post and files Production of work using the Office Management System, including but not limited to: Taking telephone messages for Managers and liaising with clients as appropriate Checking and working in accordance with task list and diary reminders Ensure that work produced is signed off and post ready for 4pm To provide cover for other paralegals /assistants during their absence Meeting clients to take messages or arrange appointments To attend office / department meetings and training sessions as required Requirement Good standard of literacy, numeracy and attention to detail Pleasant manner, flexible and co-operate Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility for quality of work Good time management skills Excellent client care Good communication Skills Good typing skills (audio /copy) Flexibility in support of other members of staff Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.
Conveyancing Assistant / Paralegal Chester 23,000- 26,000 An excellent role has opened up with a regional law firm. We are looking to recruit a conveyancing assistant with at least 12 months solid experience in this area. You will support the team manager to enable them to operate with maximum efficiency. Self motivation and a willingness to 'get up and go' is vital to this role as you will be expected to work independently, guidance will be given when required and you will under go a period of training. Key Responsibilities: - Deal effectively with clients and third parties over the telephone, in written correspondence and occasionally face to face, in order to provide advice and assistance - Be responsible for chasing various documentation, ID, mortgage offers and searches - Keep the case management system and any third-party web sites up to date in real time - Ensure our clients and introducers of business receive the best possible service at times - Prepare required documentation as required with the conveyancing process - Prepare the completion packs for the accounts department, to include completion statements and invoices Benefits: - 24 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays and Birthday day off - 3 days additional paid leave for Christmas office closure - Additional leave awarded with long service - Private medical insurance - Company pension - Enhanced sick pay - Plus so much more For immediate consideration apply within or contact Callum at The Talent Crowd.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Conveyancing Assistant / Paralegal Chester 23,000- 26,000 An excellent role has opened up with a regional law firm. We are looking to recruit a conveyancing assistant with at least 12 months solid experience in this area. You will support the team manager to enable them to operate with maximum efficiency. Self motivation and a willingness to 'get up and go' is vital to this role as you will be expected to work independently, guidance will be given when required and you will under go a period of training. Key Responsibilities: - Deal effectively with clients and third parties over the telephone, in written correspondence and occasionally face to face, in order to provide advice and assistance - Be responsible for chasing various documentation, ID, mortgage offers and searches - Keep the case management system and any third-party web sites up to date in real time - Ensure our clients and introducers of business receive the best possible service at times - Prepare required documentation as required with the conveyancing process - Prepare the completion packs for the accounts department, to include completion statements and invoices Benefits: - 24 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays and Birthday day off - 3 days additional paid leave for Christmas office closure - Additional leave awarded with long service - Private medical insurance - Company pension - Enhanced sick pay - Plus so much more For immediate consideration apply within or contact Callum at The Talent Crowd.