Senior Paralegal - Special Educational Needs

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Senior Paralegal to join their Special Educational Needs team. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage client finances, liaise with local authorities, and draft important legal documents. With a focus on high-quality work, you will play a vital role in supporting clients through their legal journeys. The position allows for flexible and hybrid working arrangements, making it ideal for those seeking a balanced work-life dynamic. Join a supportive team where your contributions directly impact the lives of clients in need.

Benefits

Flexible/Hybrid working

Bring your dog to work

Eligible to purchase additional holiday days

Social committee events

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal environment, particularly in SEN law.
• Ability to work independently and follow protocols.

Responsibilities

• Manage client finances and budgets for SEN cases.
• Draft court forms and correspondence for clients.

Skills

SEN law experience

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Paralegal - Special Educational Needs

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An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Paralegal to join my clients Special Educational Needs team on a hybrid basis in their Reading offices.

Role & Responsibilities

• Manage new enquiries, client finances, budgets, and experts’ fees.
• Maintain databases and client records.
• Make client and third-party calls on behalf of senior fee earners.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, schools, and the Tribunal.
• Request SAR records from schools and local authorities.
• Draft court forms, Grounds of Appeal, and client correspondence.
• Prepare bundles, schedules of documents, and working documents for EHCPs.
• Research, contact, and arrange expert assessments.
• Handle post-registration appeal steps and draft instructions to experts.
• Write articles for the company website and assist with research.
• Ensure high-quality work to uphold the firm’s reputation.
  
  

Skills, Attributes & Experience

• Experience working within a legal environment in SEN law.
• Ability to work unsupervised within scope of instructions/protocols from senior fee earners.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good customer service skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Excellent IT skills plus good knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Excel spreadsheets).Benefits:
• Flexible/Hybrid working
• Bring your dog to work
• Eligible to purchase an additional five days holiday
• Social committee events
  
  

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Human Resources Services

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