Paralegal Private Client

Ideal Personnel & Recruitment Solutions Limited; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Job description

Our client has a vacancy for a Paralegal to join their team. We are interested in hearing from applicants who have experience working in Private Client, or those who have a genuine desire to work in Private Client. The ideal candidate will be supporting Private Client Solicitors. The position would suit someone who is approachable, flexible, confident, and accurate.

The role

1. To take initial instructions from clients and open files through the Office Management System.
2. To assist the fee earners with client cases from initial instruction to completion under supervision.
3. Liaise with clients both in office meetings and in telephone discussions.
4. Receiving and issuing correspondence/mail from/to clients and third parties.
5. Checking and working in accordance with task list and diary reminders.
6. Time recording all work undertaken.
7. Travelling with fee earners/solicitors to attend outside appointments as and when necessary.
8. Reporting to and receiving and acting upon instruction from the head of department and to assist the department when necessary.

Requirements

1. Adherence to Quality and Work Management Systems.
2. Flexibility in support of other members of staff.
3. To be able to communicate effectively.
4. Ability to work in a friendly professional team environment.
5. Presentable with excellent telephone manner.
6. Ability to work to deadlines, show flexibility and prioritise workloads in a calm and consistent manner.

Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.