Paralegal

Paralegal

Location: Hull City Centre

Salary: £25k to £30k DOE

Working Hours: Monday to Friday Office based

Overview:
A well-established and loyal client is looking for a Paralegal to join their existing team. As a Paralegal, you will play a crucial role in supporting the fee earners, managing administrative tasks, and being one of the first points of face-to-face contact with the client. We are prepared to speak with applicants of varying levels of experience as our client would welcome both newly qualified and experienced candidates.

Responsibilities:

1. Perform general administrative tasks, including diary management, filing, printing, scanning, binding, and photocopying.
2. Draft legal documents.
3. Correspond with clients through emails, telephone calls, and face-to-face interactions in the office.
4. Conduct legal research.
5. Assist and shadow solicitors in their duties.
6. Manage your own caseload and maintain accurate files following office procedures.
7. Confirm instructions and advice to clients in writing.

Personal Attributes:

1. Client-Focused: Demonstrates a commitment to excellent client care.
2. Enthusiastic: Displays enthusiasm for working in the legal industry.
3. Effective Communication: Strong oral and written communication skills, including client interactions.
4. Attention to Detail: Pays close attention to details in legal documents and administrative tasks.
5. Organised: Exceptional organisational skills to manage tasks efficiently.
6. Team Player: Works well in a collaborative environment with a strong team-working ethic.
7. Flexibility: Adapts to changing priorities and responsibilities.
8. Proactive: Takes initiative to identify and address potential issues.
9. Problem-Solving: Capable of identifying problems, handling complaints, and managing risk.
10. Under Pressure: Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
11. Tech-Savvy: Proficient in IT skills, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Application:
If you are interested and meet the above criteria, please send your CV to (url removed) or call the Commercial team on (phone number removed) if you have any queries.