Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Cathedral Appointments Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

£14 to £17 per hour, depending on exp.

Temporary assignment, based in Exeter.

Varied legal work within a pro­fession

A chance to broaden your legal exp­erI

Job summary

Cathedral Appointments is recruiting on behalf of a respected legal practice in Exeter for a Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join on a temporary basis. The role offers varied legal and administrative support across a busy caseload, working closely with solicitors and fee earners to keep files moving and clients well looked after.

We are seeking an organised professional with experience in a legal environment, a solid understanding of legal terminology, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal, or legal support role.
• Sound understanding of legal terminology and procedures.
• Excellent written communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Well organised with ability to prioritise a busy workload and meet deadlines.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• Professional, discreet approach to confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Draft correspondence and prepare standard legal documents.
• Manage case files, keeping records up to date in the CMS.
• Prepare bundles and collate documents for clients, courts and third parties.
• Liaise with clients, other law firms and third parties by phone and email.
• Support fee earners with research, diary management and deadlines.
• Assist with file opening, client identity checks and billing administration.

Skills

Legal experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Written communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Job description

£14 to £17 per hour DOE | Temporary, On-site | Exeter

Cathedral Appointments is recruiting on behalf of a respected legal practice in Exeter for a Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join on a temporary basis. This is an opportunity to support a busy team of fee earners, keeping files moving and clients well looked after.

The Role

Working closely with solicitors and fee earners, you will provide practical legal and administrative support across a varied caseload. The role suits someone with experience in a legal environment who is organised, discreet and comfortable managing deadlines, whether you are an experienced legal assistant or a paralegal looking for your next assignment.

Responsibilities for the Legal Assistant / Paralegal:

• Draft correspondence and prepare standard legal documents for review.
• Manage case files, keeping records and the case management system accurate and up to date.
• Prepare bundles and collate documents for clients, courts and third parties.
• Liaise with clients, other law firms and third parties by phone and email.
• Support fee earners with research, diary management and key deadlines.
• Assist with file opening, client identity checks and billing administration.

Requirements for the Legal Assistant / Paralegal include:

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal or in a legal support role.
• A sound understanding of legal terminology and procedures.
• Excellent written communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Well organised, with the ability to prioritise a busy workload and meet deadlines.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• A professional, discreet approach to confidential information.

Benefits:

• £14 to £17 per hour, depending on experience.
• Temporary assignment, based in Exeter.
• Varied legal work within a professional practice environment.
• A chance to broaden your legal experience and build your CV.

If you are an organised legal professional looking for your next temporary assignment, we would love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunities:

Cathedral Appointments is committed to equal opportunities in recruitment. We welcome applications from all candidates and assess every applicant on merit, skills and experience alone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Note on Sponsorship:

We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.

Recruitment Consultant: Ellie Connor

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