Paralegal Hub Lead

JMC Legal Recruitment; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Legal 500 law firm seeks a Paralegal Hub Lead for its Guildford office. This role involves managing a centralized paralegal team to support Construction, Real Estate, and Disputes, offering flexible working options. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a proactive approach to driving improvements within the team.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive benefits package

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' PQE required, ideally with experience in Real Estate.
• Demonstrated team leadership and mentoring experience.
• Collaborative and flexible attitude with a focus on service improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 11 paralegals to deliver support across CRED divisions.
• Collaborate with fee earners for efficient paralegal service.
• Identify training needs and report on performance metrics.

Skills

Team leadership

Time management

Commercial mindset

Proactive improvement driving

Education

5 years' PQE

Experience in Real Estate

Job description

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A prestigious Legal 500 law firm are currently looking for a highly skilled Paralegal Hub Lead to join their Construction, Real Estate, and Disputes (CRED) Division in their Guildford office. This role offers a unique opportunity with flexible working options, available on both a full-time and part-time basis.

The Role:

In this role, the Paralegal Hub Lead will manage the centralised Paralegal Hub , which will consist of a team of approximately 11 paralegals. The individual will ensure that the team delivers exceptional support across the firm's CRED divisions, working closely with fee earners to understand and respond to their needs. This role involves designing and implementing efficient processes that align with the demands of the team and contribute to the success of the firm's operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and managing a team of 11 paralegals supporting Construction Engineering and Projects, Real Estate, and Real Estate Disputes.
• Collaborating with fee earners to provide cost-effective and efficient paralegal support.
• Identifying the training requirements for the team and supporting their professional growth.
• Reporting on the performance and service delivery of the Hub, working with the CRS management team to track financial results and operational success.
• Ensuring the team adheres to SRA Standards and Regulations and all relevant legal obligations.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years' PQE , ideally with experience in Real Estate . The successful candidate will have a strong background in team leadership , with proven experience in mentoring and developing others.
The candidate should demonstrate a commercial mindset , proactive approach to driving improvements , and strong time management abilities. A collaborative and flexible attitude, a commitment to exceeding expectations, and a focus on developing both the team and the service offerings will be key to success in this role.

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements , with both full-time and part-time options available.
• The opportunity to work in a leading Legal 500 law firm renowned for its excellence and innovation.
• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• The chance to work within a dynamic and diverse team of specialists across multiple legal disciplines.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced solicitor with a passion for team leadership and operational efficiency. Join a leading law firm and take the next step in your career, making a real impact on its success.

To apply, please submit your CV for immediate consideration, or get in contact with Eve on 0203 865 2113.