7 Paralegal jobs

We are seeking a PC solicitor, for our busy Private Client department in Tenterden.  This is a busy and varied roles covering all aspects of private client.  Experience and knowledge is required in the following fields: Estate and Care Fees Planning Wills and Will Writing Lasting Powers of Attorney Court of Protection Trusts and Trust Administration Probate and Administration of Estates Inheritance Tax Planning and Investments Charities Deputyship STEP would be preferable but not essential; the Firm assists in career development/studying and candidates undertaking STEP will also be considered.        Candidates: Successful applicants will have consistent and good private client knowledge, focusing particularly on wills, trusts, estates and tax issues, and must be able to manage their own caseload of files with minimal supervision.  Both are demanding roles therefore individuals must be able to prioritise work, use initiative and meet deadlines, coupled with an excellent client manner, smart appearance and good technical competence.    Secretarial support is provided.

We have an exciting opportunity for a dual role of Case Screener/Legal Secretary to join our Clinical Negligence team at our Bournemouth office.   As Case Screener you will deal with the screening and follow-up of initial clinical negligence referrals, acting as the first point of contact for all client enquires coming through. The role will include the preparation of new client information and you will interview clients when necessary.  You will also carry out digital audio typing and diary management, along with general administration. To be considered for this position, you will need have experience of dealing with people at all levels and demonstrate excellent client relationship skills with an empathetic manner.  Knowledge/experience in clinical negligence, personal injury or medical would be an advantage.

An exciting opportunity has presented itself to work alongside our Commercial Property Associate Partner in our Bespoke and Commercial Property department in Northampton. We are looking for an experienced Secretary with experience in either residential or commercial property who is used to working within a busy department, meeting deadlines and managing client expectations.  The position would suit somebody who is approachable, flexible, confident and has a good eye for detail. Key responsibilities will include: Diary management Opening files Digital Dictation Preparing reports Updating clients and contacts Handling completions Post completion work Remuneration On application – dependent on experience Hours 9.00 - 5.30 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 4 x Death in service

An exciting opportunity has presented itself to work in our Bespoke and Commercial Property department at our Milton Keynes office. We are looking for an experienced Secretary with experience in either residential or commercial property who is used to working within a busy department, meeting deadlines and managing client expectations. The position would suit somebody who is approachable, flexible, confident and has a good eye for detail. Key responsibilities will include: •    Diary management •    Opening files •    Digital Dictation •    Preparing reports •    Updating clients and contacts •    Handling completions Salary will be commensurate with experience to include pension, 4 x Death in Service, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Hours 09.00 - 17.30 Monday to Friday.

We are delighted to announce we have a vacancy for an experienced Conveyancer, Licensed Conveyancer or Conveyancing Legal Executive or Solicitor to provide cover at all offices to the Residential Conveyancing Team for holiday and sickness cover. The role will involve undertaking routine residential and other conveyancing work and providing covering for existing fee earners in the team when on holiday. You will be a confident, proactive and structured individual who will be experienced in a broad range of matters to include, but not limited to, the following:- Picking up a caseload of residential conveyancing and to provide backup for builders conveyancing work when necessary; Proven ability to generate work and convert quotations; Undertaking necessary searches; Client, Estate Agent and Builder liaison; Production of standard contract documentation; Dealing with enquiries; Dealing with exchange, completion and post completion related correspondence and formalities. (to include Stamp Duty Land Tax, Companies House and Land Registry Registrations) File Closures; Cover may be required for some Commercial Property Transactions on an ad-hoc basis also. In addition, you will work with the Department’s Marketing Policy to promote and enhance the good reputation and business of the company. Key Duties and Responsibilities: To provide an ongoing service to existing clients and generate new work where possible. Develop and enhance the Conveyancing Department, maximising cross referrals across all offices and areas of the business. To produce fee income in line with targets and agreed objectives. To keep informed of all changes in the Law and Practice in own area of work. Maintain and enhance up to date legal skills. Financial control with particular regard to cash flow control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures. Maintaining accurate daily records of time spent on client and internal work. Perform fee earning work accurately, reliably and in accordance with the Company’s quality and risk procedures. Chattertons recognises that it is essential to provide equal opportunities to all persons without discrimination. The Company has an Equal Opportunities Policy and this sets out the Company’s position on equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. This is available upon request. 

Roythornes is a commercial practice with a strong focus on agriculture and rural estates, the food sector and commercial property. We have ambitious plans for growth, but to realise them we need the right people. Since its beginnings in Lincolnshire over 80 years ago, Roythornes has developed beyond its historic East Midlands heartland. We act for clients across the country and sit comfortably among the UK’s top 150 law firms. Our people work out of four offices: Spalding, Peterborough, Nottingham and Alconbury. We take an active, hands-on and long-term approach, getting to know our clients and their businesses over many years. This means we can anticipate and deal with complex and challenging issues that really matter - not just to the success of the businesses themselves but to the wellbeing of the families that depend on them. Many of our 26 partners trained with us; this has been one of the keys to our success and we aim to continue to grow organically, while bringing in additional expertise where needed to meet our strategic goals. As you would expect, we are looking for people with proven intellectual ability, a commercial approach, excellent interpersonal skills and, most of all, the drive to exceed our clients’ expectations. In return, we offer competitive salaries and the chance to grow with us. Key Responsibilities We are looking for true team players who can assist with both fee-earning and administrative tasks, to maximise the operational efficiency of the team whilst delivering high standards of legal work and client care. Fee earning tasks will include … producing legal documentation, as required drafting basic deeds, documents, letters and financial statements researching and preparing appropriate searches preparing and submitting Land Registry applications and SDLT returns engaging in legal research as appropriate basic correspondence and telephone calls on client matters appreciation of legal procedures Administrative tasks will include:- dealing with general routines and providing support to the team, as required managing incoming and outgoing telephone calls, e-mails and facsimile transmissions, as required transcribing digital dictation maintaining client relationship management data and property records monitoring compliance and Lexcel requirements being involved in the efficient management of client/matter files and assisting with good financial management, as and when appropriate greeting clients and arranging meetings, as required Key Skills and Experience We are looking for a dynamic paralegal who ideally has experience of working within a private practice, preferably with conveyancing experience. You should be confident in addressing clients in a professional capacity. To be considered for this position, you should: be a paralegal looking to take the next step in your development have an appreciation of legal procedures possess good IT and keyboard skills have excellent written and verbal communication skills have an ability to organise and prioritise workload, especially under pressure be accurate with good attention detail provide evidence of good customer facing skills provide evidence of an enthusiastic ‘can do’ attitude have an ability to work alone using initiative, as well as being part of a team

We are currently seeking an Junior Paralegal for our Northampton residential conveyancing department. The Firm are ideally interested in  hearing from applicants who have experience of working within a busy department, meeting deadlines and exceeding client expectation. However,  the Firm will consider applications who have no experience but are looking to carve out a career in a highly accredited Law Firm. The position is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate. Training will be provided. Responsibilities To work using the Office Management System To work in accordance with task list and diary reminders Ensuring work is produced in accordance with allocated time constraints. Support Team as required Job Type - Full Time Benefits - 25 days basic holiday allowance Salary - To be confirmed on application Apply to - Emma McNally Telephone - 01604 828282 Email: emma.mcnally@franklins-sols.co.uk