Paralegal – Family Law

IPS Group Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Family Law Paralegal to join their dedicated team in Manchester. In this full-time role, you will support solicitors with high-net-worth family law cases, engaging directly with clients and handling legal research. This position offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health and wellbeing programs. If you are detail-oriented and thrive under pressure, this is an exciting opportunity to further your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Buy and sell holiday scheme

Employee Referral Scheme

Gym discounts

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Group income protection

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in Family Law is essential for this role.
• Proficient in legal research and preparation of court bundles.

Responsibilities

• Support solicitors in high-net-worth family law cases.
• Conduct legal research and draft correspondence for clients.

Skills

Family Law Experience

Legal Research

Client Communication

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Microsoft Office

Case Management Software

Tools

Case Management Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

FAMILY LAW PARALEGAL

Location: Manchester

Salary: Up to £30,000

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Family Law Paralegal to join a leading law firm renowned for its excellent client service and specialized legal advice. Based in Manchester, this full-time, permanent position offers the chance to work within a dedicated Family Law team, supporting solicitors in handling a variety of high-net-worth family law cases. The role will involve client contact, legal research, drafting correspondence, and assisting in the preparation of court bundles, among other key tasks.

Candidate Profile/Experience Needed:

1. Previous experience in Family Law (essential).
2. Experience supporting solicitors with divorce, matrimonial finances, nuptial agreements, and private children act matters.
3. Proficient in legal research and case preparation, including court bundles and client correspondence.
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with clients directly.
5. Attention to detail with excellent organisational skills.
6. Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management software.
7. Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

What’s On Offer:

1. Competitive salary.
2. Hybrid working model (2 days in the office per week).
3. 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
4. Buy and sell holiday scheme.
5. Employee Referral Scheme.
6. Health and wellbeing programmes, including gym discounts, private medical insurance, and more.
7. Life assurance and pension contributions.
8. Group income protection.
9. Continuous professional development opportunities.

Apply Now:

If you are a skilled Family Law Paralegal ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, apply now by submitting your CV!