Commercial Property Paralegal – Fixed Term Contract

Hopkins Solicitors Llp; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

Hopkins Solicitors are recruiting for a Paralegal to work at our Eden Court office in Mansfield within our expanding Land Development and Plot Sales Department.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our commercial team on an initial temporary 1-month contract. This role is perfect for recent postgraduates and individuals who have completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC). The successful candidate will gain valuable experience and have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to our team.

There is potential for the initial fixed term to be extended based on performance and organisational needs. Additionally, the candidate may be considered for other roles within the company following the completion of the initial term, providing further opportunities for career growth and development.

The Role

• A challenging and diverse role requiring an agile, self-motivated, organised and ambitious Paralegal
• Non-contentious transactional and legal advice work in the area of land development and plot sales
• Training and supervision throughout

The Requirements

Skills required:

• Postgraduate qualification in Law or completion of the Legal Practice Course (LPC)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and IT in general
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Qualities:

• A practical and commercial approach
• The ability to proactively solve problems
• Good personal skills and the ability to build a rapport with clients and colleagues
• Strong communication and the ability to work within and support a team
• A strong desire to learn
• Enthusiastic and ambitious
• Hardworking and organised
• Adaptable and accommodating
• A smart and tidy appearance
• Excellent attention to detail
• IT competent
• Excellent timekeeping and attendance

Should you wish to be considered for this role, please send your CV and covering letter to: Rebecca Truscott, Hopkins Solicitors LLP, Eden Court, Crow Hill Drive, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire NG19 7AE or by email: [e-mail]

Details

Location: Mansfield Head Office

End date: 16/08/24

Reporting To: Supervising Partner

Working Hours: Monday–Friday (inclusive) from 9.00am–5.00pm with an hour for lunch

Benefits: Workplace Pension Scheme, 25 days holiday (4 of which are to be used over Christmas for the offices to close), plus bank holidays, additional Holiday Purchase Scheme, plus other benefits.