Private Client Paralegal

Location
England, West Midlands, Solihull
Salary
£22000 - £25000 per annum
Posted
16 May 2018
Closes
07 Jun 2018
Ref
BBBH4758
Contact
Kye Williams
Job Title
Paralegal
Practice Area
Private Client
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

If you are looking for a great career in Private Client and want to start an established practice offering hands on training this could be for you.

Join a multiple award-winning company with an outstanding reputation in the Midlands. Be part of a culture known for internal progression and an absence of Corporate politics. Pick up a caseload of the highest quality and work alongside highly regarded Lawyers. These elements allow for individuals to not only build on their technical skill but also commercial acumen.

The Firm

This is widely regarded as one of the leading Regional Law firms in the Midlands. They have won prestigious awards since the early 2000's and they are seen to be one of the strongest mid-sized practices in the UK. The firm has been established for close to 300 years and they are highly ranked in the Legal 500. At present they have a plethora of accreditations and panel memberships which helped them hit new heights in recent times.

Due to being a mid-sized practice this firm have been able to maintain a collegiate atmosphere whilst also being able to step away from Corporate politics. The voice of every individual is heard here, and the average length of service is close to 10 years. The open-door policy retains talent and ensures that people are included in the growth and progression of a deep-rooted practice.

They have recently developed new systems used for clients which have resulted in a business development capacity generating a significantly increased workflow. The firm is the type of practice where people enjoy coming into the office, they do regular social events throughout the year and have been known to finish early before the weekend.

The Role

The firm are looking for an experienced Private Client Paralegal or fee earner (at least 6 months experience) to join their office in Solihull.

The ideal candidate will have experience drafting including but not limited to; drafting both simple and complex Wills, Lasting Power of Attorney, and Court of Protection correspondence. Due to this being a junior role the firm would be happy to help someone grow into the position if they have had at least some exposure to these areas.

The successful candidate would position themselves alongside senior management in the Firm, allowing for one to one training, and the opportunity to quickly leverage their technical acumen.

The Requirements

  • You will be a Private Client Fee-Earner or Paralegal (6 months experience).
  • At lease some hands-on experience in Wills, LPA's and Court of Protection drafting is required.
  • You will have good attention to detail and articulate yourself well
  • Good communication skills are essential
  • Salary is negotiable depending on your level of experience, plus an excellent benefits package.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Private Client Paralegal or Fee-Earner to join one of the top medium sized firms in the midlands.

Apply now for immediate consideration or feel free to give me a call for a confidential conversation.