Paralegal

Job Description:

Paralegal/Trainee Solicitor – Commercial Property - Leicester

A Legal 500 listed commercial Solicitors practice in Leicester is seeking a paralegal to join their thriving commercial property team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work as a paralegal and support fee earners specialising in commercial property work. You will have the opportunity to gain experience in a highly sought-after area of law within a prestigious law firm and set yourself up for a successful and lucrative career in this specialist area.

Over time it is envisaged that the successful candidate who comes in, works hard within the department and develops their knowledge and skills  will have the opportunity to be supported through the SQE route to qualification and qualify as a Solicitor within the firm (please note this is however a paralegal role and not offered as a guaranteed trainee solicitor role)

The Role

As a paralegal within the team, you will provide essential Support to Solicitors handling property matters for clients operating across a range of different sectors

Some duties may include:-

• Dealing with file admin including  file opening, preparation of client care letters and terms and conditions, file closure and archiving
• Drafting and sending relevant documents, forms and letters of advice to clients
• Researching legal issues
• Taking messages and passing them on to the relevant fee earner
• Providing updates to client via email and phone
• Attend meetings and taking notes as required
• General admin needed to contribute to the smooth running of transactions.

Experience and Skills Required

The ideal candidate for this paralegal role will ideally have:

• Previous experience of working as paralegal (experience in property work would be desirable)
• Strong interpersonal skills to provide a friendly, professional service to clients
• Knowledge of MS office. 
• A keen eye for detail
• Ambition and a commitment to continue their learning and development in this specialist area of law.

Experience within property (either residential or conveyancing) will clearly be advantageous but not essential, as full training and support will be provided to help you specialise in this area over time.  It is envisaged as a minimum that you will be able to demonstrate a background in legal work - whether that be through your studies or work experience.

The Benefits package

The firm prides itself on investing in and rewarding its people and offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• A good salary (dependent on experience)

• Performance-based bonus scheme

• Up to 30 days holiday plus bank holidays

• Outstanding career progression and professional development opportunities.

Future Prospects

The East Midlands has a thriving agricultural property market, and gaining experience in this area of law opens the door to a lucrative and rewarding career.

This role is ideal for candidates to move into a specialised, high-demand area of property law. You will receive superb training and be able to develop alongside some of the regions leading commercial property specialists.

How to apply:

If you are based in the Leicester area and you are looking for a paralegal role in order to progress your career within property work this is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the region’s leading commercial law firms.

Apply using the links provided, or for more information, contact Greg Whittaker at GWR Legal Recruitment