Paralegal

Search; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Annual leave 25 days

Pension scheme

Healthcare plan

Employee assistance program

Training & development

Modern city centre offices

Job summary

Search is seeking a proactive Paralegal to join our Leeds City Centre team. You will work closely with experienced fee earners, assist with a varied caseload and help deliver a high standard of service to clients throughout the legal process.

Key tasks include assisting with file management, drafting documents, conducting legal research, liaising with clients and professionals, and ensuring accurate case records.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal environment as a Paralegal or similar.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• A professional and client-focused approach.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting fee earners with the day-to-day management of client files.
• Preparing legal documents, correspondence and court bundles.
• Conducting legal research where required.
• Liaising with clients, third parties and other professionals by telephone and email.
• Managing diaries and scheduling appointments.
• Maintaining accurate case management records.
• Opening and closing client files in accordance with compliance procedures.
• Supporting the wider team with administrative duties as required.

Skills

Legal experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

MS Office

Case management systems

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Paralegal

Location: Leeds City Centre

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent | Full-time

About the Role

An established legal practice based in Leeds City Centre is seeking a proactive and organised Paralegal to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous legal experience who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

You will work closely with experienced fee earners, assisting with a varied caseload while ensuring clients receive a high standard of service throughout the legal process.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting fee earners with the day-to-day management of client files.
• Preparing legal documents, correspondence and court bundles.
• Conducting legal research where required.
• Liaising with clients, third parties and other professionals by telephone and email.
• Managing diaries and scheduling appointments.
• Maintaining accurate case management records.
• Opening and closing client files in accordance with compliance procedures.
• Supporting the wider team with administrative duties as required.

About You

• Previous experience working within a legal environment as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant or similar.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• A professional and client-focused approach.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual salary reviews.
• Hybrid working following successful completion of probation.
• 25 day's annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Modern Leeds city centre offices with excellent transport links.

If you're an experienced Paralegal looking for your next opportunity within a friendly and forward-thinking firm, we'd love to hear from you.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age