Paralegal

Mason & Beer LLP; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in East Grinstead is seeking a Paralegal to assist in the Private Client department on a full-time basis. The role involves drafting legal documents, liaising with clients, and handling inquiries. Ideal for candidates aiming for career progression. Competitive salary based on experience. Apply by sending your CV to [e-mail]. No agency applications please.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a law firm or academic knowledge would be advantageous but not essential.
• High attention to detail.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and be proactive.

Responsibilities

• Initial drafts of Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Drafting correspondence and documents.
• Drafting applications for Grants of Representation.
• Liaising with organisations to progress matters and raise queries.
• Obtaining Land Registry documents.
• Telephone calls with clients and handling client queries.
• Handling initial Will enquiries and sending Will Packs.
• Dealing with release of original Wills.
• Diarising and monitoring deadlines.
• Transcription of correspondence and documents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Proactivity

Job description

Mason & Beer LLP is seeking a Paralegal to assist in the Private Client department on a permanent and full-time basis.Due to being a High Street firm it may be assistance will be required in other departments.

The role will include (but is not limited to) the following tasks:

·Initial drafts of Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.

·Drafting correspondence and documents.

·Drafting applications for Grants of Representation.

·Liaising with organisations to progress matters and raise queries.

·Obtaining Land Registry documents.

·Telephone calls with clients and handling client queries.

·Handling initial Will enquiries and sending Will Packs.

·Dealing with release of original Wills.

·Diarising and monitoring deadlines.

·Transcription of correspondence and documents.

Experience, Knowledge and skills required:

·Previous experience in a law firm or academic knowledge would be advantageous but not essential.

·High attention to detail.

·Exceptional organisational and communication skills.

·Ability to work well under pressure and be proactive.

The role is perfect for someone who is looking for career progression and is interested in securing a Training Contract in the future which may be offered dependent on performance.

Salary is competitive and depends on experience.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

How to apply:please send your CV and a short covering letter to [e-mail] via any other method will not be accepted.No agency applications please.

Mason & Beer LLP is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.We encourage candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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