Paralegal

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join their growing team in Leeds. In this role, you will assist solicitors with a variety of commercial property matters, ensuring smooth operations from file opening to completion. Your responsibilities will include liaising with clients, providing administrative support, and maintaining legal knowledge. This company values inclusivity and offers a supportive environment for career development, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to grow in the legal field. If you're passionate about law and client care, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Company Pension

25 Holidays a year

Career Development Opportunities

Employee Profit Share

Collaborative Work Culture

Free On-Site Parking

Qualifications

• 6+ months experience in commercial or residential property.
• Excellent client care and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist solicitors with commercial property matters from start to finish.
• Provide administrative support and handle billing files.

Skills

Client Care Skills

Organizational Skills

Pressure Management

Oral and Written Communication

Teamwork

Customer Service

Job description

Stafforce are currently looking for a Paralegal to join a growing team in Leeds. In this role, you will be assisting solicitors and fee earners with a wide range of commercial property matters from file opening to completion.

What to Expect:

1. Assisting with matters at all stages, from taking the client's initial instructions through to archiving, under supervision and in accordance with office and accounts procedures.
2. Liaising with clients and other parties on behalf of fee earners and dealing with enquiries as appropriate.
3. Providing administrative support to other fee earners, solicitors, and partners.
4. Obtaining and preparing file documentation.
5. Handling billing files and obtaining monies due to the firm from clients and other parties.
6. Liaising with the Accounts department to produce cheques, pay disbursements, etc.
7. Performing general administrative duties such as filing, photocopying, and collating documents.
8. Maintaining legal knowledge and skills.

What We Need From You:

1. A minimum of 6 months' experience in either commercial property or residential property (commercial property preferred).
2. Excellent client care skills.
3. The ability to organise and prioritise work, under supervision, to meet clients' expectations and matter deadlines.
4. The ability to work under pressure.
5. The ability to present and argue a case orally and in writing.
6. The ability to work on your own initiative and as a member of a team.
7. The ability to deal with enquiries in a customer-friendly and effective manner.

What We Can Offer:

1. A starting salary of up to £27,000.
2. Company Pension.
3. 25 Holidays a year.
4. A supportive learning environment with opportunities for career development and progression.
5. Employee ownership benefits, including profit share payments distributed tax-free to employees with 12+ months of service.
6. A collaborative and inclusive work culture that values responsibility, support, adaptability, transparency, progressiveness, community, and authenticity.
7. Free on-site parking.

If this role would be of interest, feel free to give Jake a call on 07917 220167.

About Us:

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group Privacy Notice.