Paralegal

Harrison Clark Rickerbys; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in the UK is seeking a Paralegal to support its Family Law team in Cheltenham. This dynamic role requires managing case files, assisting with legal processes, and drafting documents. Ideal candidates will have prior paralegal experience and excellent organisational skills. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package including a pension scheme, annual leave, and wellness benefits.

Benefits

Scottish Widows Pension Scheme

Bonus scheme

Electric vehicle scheme

27 days annual leave

Happy People / Perks at Work benefits portal

Cycle to Work scheme

Life Assurance

1/3 gym membership contribution

Flu vaccinations

Qualifications

• Experience in a paralegal role is desirable.
• Proactive self-starter who is willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Manage aspects of files managed by qualified Solicitors.
• Undertake legal processes and management.
• Draft legal documents and conduct legal research.
• Provide legal support to the designated senior lawyer.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Client service focus

Strong IT skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork ability

Education

Legal qualification (post LPC or working towards SQE)

Job description

About The Role

Our Family Law team is a key part of the business. Our highly trained team of specialist family lawyers cover every aspect of family law, from divorce, to children’s law. We are looking for a Paralegal to join this team, based in our Cheltenham office. This is a brand new and dynamic opportunity for someone to support all four Partners in this team.

• Managing aspects of files managed by qualified Solicitors and undertaking routine legal tasks as directed and under supervision.
• Undertaking legal processes, under supervision, such as routine file management including file opening and billing
• Diary management for the senior lawyer you are supporting ensuring all deadlines are met in a timely manner
• Drafting legal documents using appropriate precedents and templates
• Undertaking legal research, using appropriate methods and sourcing, presenting the results in an accurate and timely manner
• Provide legal support to the designated senior lawyer and act as a legal resource providing help where required
• Take an active role with the Paralegal and Trainee (PT) group and attend networking events or careers fairs to provide appropriate support as required
• Take an active part in promoting the firm through Social media channels such as Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook
• Ensure all work complies with risk management policies and procedures, in line with GDPR.

About You

As a Paralegal you will need to have :

• Previous experience within a paralegal role is desirable
• Excellent organisational capability with excellent attention to detail
• Proactive self-starter who demonstrates a willingness to learn and the ability to manage a growing workload
• Client service focussed
• Strong IT skills with accurate typing capability
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work as an effective member of a team and to offer support to peers where required
• Legal qualification preferably post LPC or working towards SQE

About Us

Benefits of working with us as a Paralegal :

• Scottish Widows Pension Scheme
• Bonus scheme
• Electric vehicle scheme
• 27 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
• Happy People / Perks at Work benefits portal
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Life Assurance
• 1 / 3 gym membership contribution
• Flu vaccinations