Paralegal

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Chepstow; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Chepstow is seeking a Generalist Paralegal to join their team. This role offers legal training and structured support toward qualification via SQE or CILEX, with responsibilities in conveyancing, private client, and litigation. The firm is known for its excellent culture and client-first approach, providing a hybrid working model for employees. The competitive salary reflects the rising cost of living, with some flexibility for exceptional candidates.

Benefits

SQE or CILEX funding

Hybrid working model

Exposure to multiple legal disciplines

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in any area of law.
• Genuine interest in qualifying via SQE or CILEX.
• Competency with case management systems and document preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist across Conveyancing, Private Client, and Litigation matters.
• Prepare legal documents such as wills and contracts.
• Liaise with clients and third parties.

Skills

Client-focused

Adaptability

Document preparation

Knowledge of case management systems

Job description

Paralegal (Generalist) - Chepstow Office
£24-26k (+ slight flexibility for exceptional profiles)

Hybrid working - typically 1-2 days from home

Yolk legal are partnering exclusively with a well-established, client-first law firm based in Chepstow (also serving Bristol & Newport). They're known for delivering personal, high-quality legal services across conveyancing, private client, and dispute resolution.

The Opportunity
This is a truly rare opening for a Generalist Paralegal who wants legal training and structured support toward qualification via SQE or CILEX routes. You'll gain direct exposure to three core practice areas, litigation, conveyancing, and private client, giving you diversity of work and rapid learning, all within a supportive, hybrid-friendly working model.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist across Conveyancing, Private Client, and Litigation matters
• Prepare legal documents: wills, LPAs, probate forms, court bundles, contract drafts
• Support client-facing operations: welcoming clients, witnessing documents, intake admin
• Submit title and land registry forms, prepare completion statements
• Liaise with clients, solicitors, agents, lenders, and third parties
• Maintain case files and ensure compliance with AML, GDPR, and CILEX/SRA rules

The experience required for this Paralegal role:

• Paralegal or legal assistant with prior experience in any area of law
• A genuine interest in qualifying via SQE or CILEX
• Adaptable, client-focused, and keen to learn across multiple disciplines
• Competent with case management systems, land registry, and document prep

What's On Offer?

• SQE or CILEX funding & support, a structured qualification pathway
• Hybrid working: usually 1 day WFH, up to 2 days for experienced hires
• Real exposure to litigation, residential/commercial conveyancing, and private client
• Competitive salary in line with rising cost of living (some flexibility for standout candidates)
• A highly rated firm culture, known for responsive service and long-term local community presence

Yolk-exclusive vacancy, not advertised elsewhere.

Why this role matters:
You'll fast-track your legal career, qualifying with broad exposure, variety, and support, rather than being pigeonholed in one discipline. The firm's excellence ratings and community roots mean you'll learn from high-calibre professionals in an environment that values both people and progression.

If this sounds like the next step you've been missing, let me know- I'd be delighted to chat confidentially about your interest, qualification ambitions, or growth goals.

Contact Nicole Smith (Managing Consultant - Yolk Recruitment).

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.