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1-2 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: The Senior Legal Assistant will provide high-level administrative and legal support to the Local Authoritys legal team. The successful candidate will work closely with solicitors and other legal professionals, providing vital support across a range of legal functions, including but not limited to, drafting legal documents, conducting research, and managing case files. Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): Legal Research: Conduct legal research to support ongoing cases and provide accurate summaries of findings. Drafting Legal Documents: Prepare and draft legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and correspondence, under the guidance of senior legal staff. File Management: Maintain and organize legal case files, ensuring they are up to date, compliant with legal standards, and easily accessible. Client Communication: Liaise with clients and stakeholders, responding to legal queries and providing updates on case progress. Support Legal Team: Provide general administrative support to the legal team, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating document deliveries. Compliance: Ensure all legal procedures comply with local regulations, policies, and protocols. Court Support: Assist solicitors in preparing for hearings and trials, including document preparation and trial bundles. Ad hoc tasks as required to support the legal team during the contract period. Skills/Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal assistant or paralegal role, preferably within a local authority or public sector setting. Knowledge: Strong understanding of legal procedures, contract law, and the role of local authorities in legal matters. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to work independently and within a team. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Familiarity with legal case management software is desirable. Additional Information: The closing date: 30/03/2025 @17:00. Qualifications: A relevant legal qualification (e.g., paralegal certification, law degree, or equivalent experience) is preferred.

Senior Legal Assistant (PO1-2)

This well-established, and reputable law firm are seeking a Paralegal to join their Private Client department. The firm are known for their great legal services and are accredited for their services.The team requires a paralegal to assist on all matters relating to private client work. The role comes with a high level of responsibility and you will also have direct client contact. The role will suit a keen and enthusiastic individual who has previous private client experience within a law firm.You will advise on a variety of matters to include:<ul><li>The administration of estates</li><li>Succession and Tax planning</li><li>Assisting solicitors with administration of High value and complex estates</li><li>Wills</li><li>Lasting Powers of Attorney</li><li>Registration of Enduring Powers of Attorney</li><li>Applications to the Court of Protection</li></ul>Duties will include:<ul><li>You will be assisting with the full spectrum of private client work including wills, probate, estate administration, LPAs and trust matters.</li><li>You will work closely with experienced Solicitors, providing vital support across their caseload.</li></ul><ul><li>To take instructions from clients by prior appointment at the office for straight forward Wills.</li><li>Advise on Lasting Powers of Attorney and manage their preparation and registration following signature.</li><li>Communicate with clients and other parties to gather information, provide updates on case progress and assist in coordinating meetings. Handle a range of administrative tasks such as billing, timekeeping, maintaining databases, and managing office operations related to legal matters.</li></ul>Desired skills:<ul><li>Must have at least 1 years' experience working in the Private Client department. Ideally in a High Street firm.</li><li>Someone who is looking for career progression within private client and who wants to qualify as a private client lawyer.</li><li>Strong organisational and time management skills.</li></ul>What they offer:<ul><li>Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm this is office based. However, Part Time hours would be considered.</li><li>Salary depending on experience - £25,000 - £30,000.</li><li>Good holiday entitlement plus bank holidays.</li><li>Pension scheme.</li></ul>

Private Client Paralegal

UK Staffing Group is currently searching for an experienced Legal Administrator to be based in Central Manchester. You will join a well-established Legal 500-ranked client which offers Property, Litigation, Corporate, Finance and Commercial services. You will be joining this firm's legal team in their new Manchester offices. With a growing international presence, the firm is known for it's full-service expertise and dynamic growth. They offer a supportive working environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow. The Legal Administrator we're looking for will provide essential support to the Property team here in Manchester, with a specific focus on post-completion checks for commercial property. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Completion of OS1 and OS2 checks, SDLT checks, and use of the Land Registry for commercial property</li><li>Assisting in drafting and reviewing legal documents related to commercial property transactions- e.g. purchase agreements, lease agreements, and contracts</li><li>Conducting legal research on property laws, regulations, and market trends.</li><li>Assisting in due diligence processes, including title searches and environmental assessments.</li><li>Maintaining strong relationships with clients by providing excellent service and keeping them informed about the progress of their cases.</li></ul> Essential Requirements:<ul><li>Experience with post completion checks on either commercial or residential property processes</li><li>Ability to work as part of a small and growing team - the team is small at the moment in the new office, but it'll be growing through the year and beyond!</li><li>3+ years of experience in conveyancing or property law</li></ul> What We Offer:<ul><li>A dynamic working environment with great professional development, high-quality training, career progression opportunities, and a collaborative culture</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>All Jewish holidays will be worked from home and be 100% admin-based</li><li>A competitive experience-based salary starting at £28,000 per annum</li></ul> If this sounds attractive to you, apply today! Manchester Staffoperates as an employment agency and employment business. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, and we confirm that we are happy to accept applications from persons of any age for this role. By applying for this role you accept our Terms and Privacy Policy which can both be found on our website. We take the security of personal data very seriously and by applying for this role you consent that we may hold your personal data on our database (CRM) for the purpose of finding jobs that could match your skill set. If we become aware of any other opportunities that could be of interest to you, we may let you know by either phone, email or SMS.About Manchester Staff:Manchester Staff are part of the UK Staffing Group and a specialist recruitment business focused on delivering highly experienced and reputable permanent staff to local businesses.We can offer:- Free support and advice to help you with your job search.- Full interview support including a pre-interview call with a specialist consultant and coaching on interview tips and techniques.- After placement support

Commercial Property Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant / Paralegal - £35,000 - SurreyA highly successful and growing Legal Firm based in East Molesey are looking for a professional, personable Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join their team. This is a brilliant opportunity to join an established law firm, offering great training and support.The ideal candidate will have previously studiedLaw and have gained commercial experience with a similar Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant or Paralegal role. Working within the conveyancing team you will support the Partners across: conveyancing post-exchange work, to include; liaising with clients, lenders, management companies and other solicitors as well as drafting SDLT forms and making applications to the Land Registry.To be suitable you will have great organisational skills, be detail orientated with a real passion for developing your career in Law. This is a Solicitors firm that prides them self on delivering an outstanding client experience so great customer service skills are essential.This role would suit a diligent, proactive legal professional eager to work in a supportive, driven team environment.The salary on offer for this role is £35,000 plus benefits.

Legal Assistant / Paralegal - £35,000 - Surrey

Senior Legal PAManchester City Centre £27,000 - £33,000My client is a leading UK law firm looking for a Legal PA to join their busy team based in Manchester City Centre.The role needs somebody who is proactive, highly organised and able to manage several tasks at once. The ideal candidate must have a worked in a similar position before, and would suit those with experience as a Legal Secretary/Legal PA or a PA from a Professional Services environment.As a Legal Personal Assistant your duties will include: <ul><li>Monitoring e-mails for the team and Partners</li><li>Comprehensive and proactive diary management </li><li>Travel and accommodation management</li><li>Billing and expenses for individual partners and the wider team</li><li>Answering and fielding of all incoming calls for the team </li><li>Filing of scheme documentation/archiving closed files when appropriate</li></ul>As a Legal Personal Assistant you will have the following skills:<ul><li>Previous experience as PA within Legal or Professional Services is essential</li><li>Highly proficient on Microsoft Office</li><li>Excellent organisational skills</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines</li></ul>Excellent written and verbal communication skills Senior Legal PA | Manchester City Centre | Permanent | £27,000-£33,000Due to the high volume of CVs we receive we are unable to respond to all applications. By submitting your application you agree to accept our privacy policy which can be found on the Gibson Hollyhomes website

Senior Legal PA

A Private Client Paralegal is required for one of the most renowned law firms in Kent. You will have gained a minimum of 12 months experience within a similar role including working within the field of private client. Experience to include:<ul><li>Will drafting</li><li>Managing a caseload and meeting business expectations</li><li>Taking new instructions</li></ul>Candidate Specification -<ul><li>Law degree/LPC desired</li><li>Diligent and conscientious approach to work</li><li>Ability to work unsupervised</li><li>Good interpersonal skills</li><li>Good organisational skills</li></ul> There will be a need on occasion to travel to other offices close by. Benefits: <ul><li>Salary indications £27,000 - £30,000</li><li>25 days holiday + bank holidays</li><li>Employee pension scheme</li></ul> If you would like to be considered, please click apply and contact Victoria at Eclectic Recruitment

A leading Law firm is looking for an experienced Private client Paralegal or Legal Assistant to join their fast paced and friendly team in Woodley, Reading. The role will involve -<ul><li>To assist fee-earners in the management of caseload by actioning legal procedures as directed by them. Including (but not limited to) the areas of: Wills and Trusts, Estates, Estate Administration, Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection.</li><li>To assist fee-earners in the management of a caseload by dealing with file related queries, face to face or by telephone.</li><li>To process matters in a timely and cost-effective manner.</li><li>To support fee-earners in the maintenance of files by effective file management.</li><li>To ensure that clients are dealt with efficiently and politely and that appropriate legal matters are raised with the fee-earner.</li><li>To attend to clients, taking instructions and making enquiries as necessary.</li><li>To follow correctly all procedures and systems in order to manage cases effectively and in accordance with the firms standards and legal requirements. Including efficient use of the case management system.</li><li>To form part of a centralised process for handling requests for files and documents by clients or to other solicitors.</li><li>To improve and enhance the firms client base by effective liaison with existing clients.</li><li>To help maximise the firms potential to cross sell services by identifying appropriate opportunities (with guidance.)</li><li>To manage own work allocation, productivity and quality of work with supervision.</li><li>To comply with all private client and firm policies and procedures.</li><li>To ensure our clients and introducers of business receive the best possible service at all times</li><li>To provide holiday/absence cover for other support staff in the department where appropriate.</li><li>To provide cover for Reception/ office administration where appropriate.</li><li>Any other reasonable duties, which your line manager may request for time to time.</li></ul> Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Help with the processing of cases and files</li><li>To help develop department precedents</li><li>To follow firm and department policies</li><li>Complying with SRA professional conduct rules and Law Society guidance for private client work</li><li>Do only work with the scope set by the department and within your own capabilities</li></ul> General<ul><li>Responsible for self-development and compliance with relevant training requirements in the area of Private Client as well as wider core skills</li><li>Conduct self-appraisal and development planning</li><li>Complete time recording (as appropriate)</li><li>Follow administrative systems and procedures</li><li>To ensure confidentiality and security of firms and clients documentation and information</li><li>Shared general administrative duties including photocopying, scanning, filing, door answering and letter writing, opening and sorting incoming post, franking external post and assisting reception as required.</li></ul> Person Specification<ul><li>Previous experience as a Legal Secretary/Paralegal (ideally in Private Client)</li><li>High level of attention to detail</li><li>IT literate Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook/Digital Dictation/Case Management Systems</li><li>Strong organisational and time management skills</li><li>Fast, accurate typing ability using digital dictation and audio systems</li><li>Excellent communication skills and team player</li><li>Proactive, professional and friendly demeanour</li></ul> Please apply today, this role offers excellent benefits, including free parking, career development and a supportive and friendly team!

Opportunity: Residential &amp; Commercial Property Paralegal Salary: Up to £30,000 (DOE)Location: Chippenham Yolk Recruitment is partnering with a dynamic, forward-thinking law firm based in Chippenham, currently in the midst of exciting growth and development. If you're a motivated Residential &amp; Commercial Property Paralegal looking to take your career to the next level, this is your opportunity! Join a growing team that thrives on delivering a personal service to each client, with plenty of room to grow and develop your skills.What You Will Be Doing:<ul><li>Supporting fee earners with both residential and commercial property transactions.</li><li>Preparing and sending out draft contract papers, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>Drafting AP1's, TR1's, and assisting with commercial property documentation.</li><li>Managing searches and liaising with the Land Registry and SDLT submissions.</li><li>Handling a mix of freehold and leasehold sales, purchases, remortgages, and commercial lease transactions.</li><li>Chasing outstanding enquiries and sending requisition statements.</li><li>Working closely with the team to help expand and grow the department.</li></ul>What We Are Looking For:<ul><li>1 year experience in both Residential and Commercial Property.</li><li>Proficiency with case management systems and online tools (such as SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications)</li><li>A solid communicator, who can confidently interact with clients and provide excellent customer service.</li><li>Someone who thrives under pressure, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.</li><li>High attention to detail and the ability to work self-sufficiently while being an integral part of a collaborative team.</li><li>A pro-active, enthusiastic and personable attitude-someone who's ready to bring energy and fresh ideas to the table!</li></ul>What Is In It for You?<ul><li>25 days holiday, plus extra days for long service.</li><li>Company pension and employee discount scheme.</li><li>A supportive firm with real career progression and development opportunities.</li><li>A unique chance to work in a mixed property environment, gaining exposure to both residential and commercial property work.</li></ul>Ready for your next challenge? This is your chance to join a firm that's building for the future, with the support you need to thrive. Get in touch today or apply now! Let's make your next career move count.Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Residential and Commercial Property Paralegal

Paralegal Commercial Property £27,000 - £32,000 p/a + benefits Full time, permanent role Office locations across Kent &amp; East Sussex Hybrid working available (2 or 3 days a week from home, depending on business needs) A law firm with offices across Kent &amp; East Sussex are looking to recruit a commercial property paralegal, with at least 1 years experience working in a similar role. Responsibilities <ul> <li> Manage a caseload of commercial property files, working alongside another solicitor or partner on a range of matters for landlords, developers and business owners </li> <li> You will be responsible for managing pre and post completions on property transactions </li> <li> Communicating with clients to provide timely updates, and obtaining information where needed </li> <li> Other duties to include: administration/keeping the systems updated, legal research, preparation of legal documents, reviewing titles &amp; searches, dealing with land registry &amp; SDLT, billing &amp; time recording. </li> </ul> About you <ul> <li> Minimum of 1 years of experience working as a paralegal within a property department </li> <li> Strong knowledge of legal procedures, terminology, and documentation related to real estate. </li> <li> Proficiency in legal research tools and software. </li> <li> Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. </li> <li> Ability to multitask, prioritise assignments, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. </li> <li> Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all work. </li> <li> Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information. </li> </ul> Benefits <ul> <li> Company wide annual bonus </li> <li> Pension scheme </li> <li> Healthcare cash back plan </li> <li> 25 days holiday + bank holidays </li> <li> Work from home flexibility </li> <li> Free onsite parking </li> <li> Ongoing learning &amp; development opportunities </li> </ul> For further information, please contact Lydia Walker on 07720945185 or I recruit for legal support roles across Kent, Sussex &amp; Surrey, so if this opportunity isnt quite right, please get in touch to discuss other options.

Commercial Property Paralegal

We're looking for an experienced enthusiastic and personable paralegal to work with us on a full time permanent basis. You will have at least 2 years experience. You will be able to multitask and meet deadlines. You will also have an excellent attention to detail.Were a growing and exciting business with lots of potential for a Commercial Paralegal looking to take that step into an interesting and fast paced commercial business where they can develop their career. We are fully office based Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pm.Our legal matters are wide ranging but centered around:<ul><li>Debt collection</li><li>Commercial contract drafting</li><li>Preparing briefs for external legal advisors</li></ul>You will get involved in a broad number of other legal areas. You should be able to work independently on straightforward matters.As a Commercial Paralegal you will have an opportunity to gain qualifying hours through supervising a solicitor under a retainer.

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