Part-Time Paralegal: Dispute Resolution & Client Support

FQPS Academy Ltd.; Ashby-de-la-Zouch; Presencial; GBP 19.000 - 27.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Option to purchase up to 5 additional

Life assurance death in service

Private GP service

Annual performance related bonus

New employee referral incentives

Company sick pay

Reduction of legal costs for you and |

Descripción de la vacante

FQPS Academy Ltd. in Ashby-de-la-Zouch is seeking a Paralegal to support the Dispute Resolution team on a part-time basis (21 hours per week). The role involves case management, client contact, and assisting fee-earners on more complex matters under supervision.

The successful candidate will set up new files, draft routine documents, conduct research, and attend meetings as required. Strong IT skills, good communication, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are

Formación

• Paralegal qualification through CLT, Cilex or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a law firm.
• IT proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Professional and courteous manner.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to work as a team member and also on own initiative.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent time management.

Responsabilidades

• Set up new files and record client and matter details on the firm’s case management system.
• Attend clients in person and by telephone to provide support in a professional and friendly manner.
• Prepare initial drafts of routine legal documents and correspondence under supervision.
• Record attendance details following discussions/meetings with the client.
• Provide ethical services and high-quality client care, acting in the best interests of the client at all times.
• Sit in on client meetings, supporting the head of department with the provision of services on their matters.
• Conduct research on behalf of the head of department.
• Undertake specific training when required and take responsibility towards self-development.
• Attend Fishers events as reasonably requested.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties that may be made by the Head of Department or another Director.

Conocimientos

IT proficient: Word, Excel, Outlook

Professional and courteous manner

Excellent communication

Prioritise and meet deadlines

Team player / own initiative

Attention to detail

Time management

Educación

Paralegal qualification through CLT, Cilex or equivalent

2 years experience in a law firm

Descripción del empleo

FQPS Academy Ltd. in Ashby-de-la-Zouch is seeking a Paralegal to support the Dispute Resolution team on a part-time basis (21 hours per week). The role involves case management, client contact, and assisting fee-earners on more complex matters under supervision.

The successful candidate will set up new files, draft routine documents, conduct research, and attend meetings as required. Strong IT skills, good communication, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are