Paralegal

The Law Society of Northern Ireland; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension availability

Job summary

McConnell Kelly is seeking a highly organised Paralegal to join its growing legal team in Belfast. The successful candidate will provide high-quality legal and administrative support, work closely with solicitors and clients, and assist with the smooth progression of cases from initial instruction through to completion.

This role requires experience in a paralegal or legal support position, excellent organisational skills, and strong written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in a paralegal or legal support role.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• A confident written and verbal communicator.
• Able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Professional, reliable and committed to client care.
• Comfortable working independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting solicitors with day-to-day case management.
• Preparing legal documents, correspondence and court forms.
• Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case files.
• Liaising professionally with clients, courts and other parties.
• Assisting with deadlines, filing and document management.
• Supporting solicitors with hearings, transactions and other legal matters.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Education

Legal qualifications desirable

Job description

Job details

McConnell Kelly is looking for a highly organised and motivated Paralegal to join its growing legal team.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality legal and administrative support, work closely with solicitors and clients, and assist with the smooth progression of cases from initial instruction through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting solicitors with day-to-day case management
• Preparing legal documents, correspondence and court forms
• Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case files
• Liaising professionally with clients, courts and other parties
• Assisting with deadlines, filing and document management
• Supporting solicitors with hearings, transactions and other legal matters

About You

• Experienced in a paralegal or legal support role
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• A confident written and verbal communicator
• Able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Professional, reliable and committed to client care
• Comfortable working independently as well as part of a team

Legal qualifications or relevant experience are desirable, but candidates with strong transferable skills will be considered.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• Varied and interesting caseload
• Pension availability

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.