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Deadline: 21st February 2025 at MiddayReeds Solicitors are looking for Trainee Solicitors to join our busy legal practice. We will accept candidates who have participated in the Legal Practice Course (LPC) and those who are qualifying under the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) as well as those who wish to qualify through the CILEx route.Applicants should be motivated to work within our core areas of practice and be able to demonstrate a sound understanding of the legal procedures, be dedicated to providing the high level of service that Reeds offers to their clients and ideally satisfy the key requirements set out below.Press Apply to visit the main website listing dates, locations and specific practice areas available for trainees, starting March 2025 onwards.&nbsp;Applicants should apply for a specific post and state which post they want to be considered for on their application. Applicants should have an interest in the main area they are applying for with a view of qualifying into this area as a newly qualified Solicitor.You must complete an application form, CV applications will not be considered.Main duties:<ul><li>To ensure that the firm’s high client care standard is maintained by responding to client calls and enquiries proactively and appropriately.</li><li>Take clients instructions, prepare statements and other legal documents under supervision.</li><li>Draft correspondence to clients and third parties under supervision.</li><li>Prepare cases and files for court hearings.</li><li>Effectively manage time ensuring tight deadlines are met.</li><li>Undertake tasks to develop and increase fee earning.</li></ul>Key Requirements:<ul><li>Must have a legal qualification such as LPC, ILEX (either completed in part or full), or be qualifying via the SQE route.</li><li>Be eager to learn and develop</li><li>Good understanding of client care requirements.</li><li>Must be proactive and apply a consistent attention to detail.</li><li>Good application of common sense.</li><li>Ideally have experience of handling own caseload.</li><li>Excellent time management and organisation skills.</li><li>Good team work ethics.</li><li>Willingness to undertake their own advocacy in due course.</li><li>Good communicator in both written and spoken English.</li><li>Must be IT literate and be willing to learn.</li><li>Have a driving licence, or ability to travel.#</li></ul>Why work for Reeds?At Reeds we do things The Reeds Way – a set of foundational principles that not only tell us how we run our business, but why.Externally, it governs how we look after our clients. For example, we have developed our Service Pledge, and our whole firm works as a team to make sure we deliver on this every time. The Reeds Way also governs and guides how we try to add value to the communities in which we operate.Internally, the Reeds Way governs our culture, the Reeds working environment, and the working life and career that we offer to all Reeds people.So, what does all this look like when put into practice? Here is what you can expect from us if you join our team:<ul><li>We safeguard a non-negotiable culture of respect for and between colleagues;</li><li>We offer a transparent and fair career development structure with opportunities for all lawyers and fee-earners to progress through the stages and become an Associate, Senior Associate and hopefully Partner;</li><li>All our people – and that means all our people – constantly undergo training and development via The ‘Reeds Academy’ which helps everyone achieve their career goals and get to where they want to be professionally, and to enhance their business skills and knowledge;</li><li>We encourage all our staff to think about business development and look for growth opportunities. We are always willing to listen to, and potentially invest in, new ideas;</li><li>We offer competitive salary and benefit packages and have a transparent annual review process which considers your whole contribution to your team and the Firm, not just billing figures;</li><li>We offer to all staff a discretionary bonus scheme for exceptional performance as well as performance related bonuses;</li><li>We offer flexible working schemes which include compressed 4 day weeks, 9 day fortnights and TOIL (time off in lieu), as well as a true commitment to hybrid working;</li><li>You will enjoy the ability to earn up to 30 days of holiday with years of service (standard holiday packages start at 21 days plus all bank holidays);</li><li>There is an additional paid celebration day for you to use as you would like (such as a birthday, anniversary or other key event);</li><li>You will have the ability to buy a further 5 days of holiday, and sell surplus holiday, each year;</li><li>Discretionary additional holiday days are given at Christmas (up to a maximum of 2 days);</li><li>We give you private medical health care with the option to upgrade and add optical and dental care;</li><li>Discounted gym membership is available, through private medical insurance;</li><li>We offer an employee assistance programme with access to physical, mental and emotional health advice &amp; webinars, wellbeing videos and programmes, online counselling &amp; mini health checks;</li><li>The Cycle To Work scheme is available, including e-bikes;</li><li>Fresh fruit baskets are placed in each office on a weekly basis.</li></ul>If you are interested, please complete the Trainee Solicitor Application Form and send it to Recruitment stating TRAINEE SOLICITOR APPLICATION in the subject bar along with the specific Trainee position you are applying for, by email – the deadline for applications is 21st February at Midday. Working hours are 9am – 5pm with one hour for lunch and salary is £24,000 per annum. Remote/Hybrid working will be a requirement and therefore applicants should have a suitable set up available to use from home.

Trainee Solicitors (various locations) - Spring 2025 - Reeds Solicitors

Deadline: 24 February 2025About usLegal work in Warrington is covered by two teams, Safeguarding and Corporate. Reporting to the Training Principal, this role will work across both teams,&nbsp;within the busy and high achieving Legal Services department.The roleYou will gain comprehensive experience and training and be given the opportunity to work in a dynamic forward thinking Lexcel accredited in-house legal team. You will gain experience across different areas of the practice; our work includes Corporate &amp; Commercial, Safeguarding, Litigation and Property.During your training contract, you will be involved in intellectually challenging work and be provided with the support needed to flourish into an outstanding solicitor.What's needed?We are looking for bright and enthusiastic candidates with proven academic abilities and a desire to succeed. As an able and committed team player, you must have a practical problem-solving approach to your work and the ability to think creatively.You will need to demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, an ability to cope with responsibility and the desire to immediately add value to the organisation. You will also be keen to show us what makes you stand out from the crowd.BenefitsSalary (£25,182 - £25,584)As well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get:<ul><li>26 days annual holiday - raising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata)</li><li>Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package</li><li>Access to our Health &amp; Wellbeing Programme</li><li>Flexible working</li></ul>Key Dates &amp; Further InformationFor an informal chat, please contact Caroline Owen on 01925 442085.The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer

Trainee Solicitor x2 - 2025 - Warrington Borough Council

Deadline 3 March 2025Legal &amp; Democratic Services in Harrow, United KingdomFixed-term, &nbsp;Full Time roleSalary £33,144 - £34,815Overview HB Public Law is one of the country’s leading local authority legal practices, with our main offices in Harrow.&nbsp; We are a Lexcel accredited practice and pride ourselves on delivering a high-quality service to several local authorities, schools and other public bodies.We are currently recruiting Trainee Solicitors to undertake a 2-year period of recognised training (training contract) with us, commencing from Monday the 30th of June 2025.&nbsp;The role will offer 2 years legal training and supervision at HBPL to those who have completed the LPC, to develop and apply the core knowledge and skills to practise as a qualified solicitor, including advocacy, client care and case management, dispute resolution, drafting, negotiating, research, interviewing and advising. &nbsp;About the role<ul><li>The post holder will be a member of a team of specialist lawyers and will be expected to contribute to the development of that team. They will maintain their own caseload and will assist others in compliance with Lexcel requirements and uphold the highest standards of client care in everything they do.</li><li>The post holder will work with external barristers and private law firms to support specific cases or projects.</li><li>The post holder will support North and West London and Home Counties local authorities and such other clients as the Practice works for.</li><li>The post holder will be primarily based in the practice’s London office in Harrow but will be expected to travel to courts and client offices as appropriate.&nbsp;</li></ul>About YouYou will spend 6-month periods in four specialist teams, ranging from property and contracts to planning, social care and litigation. &nbsp;Having your own caseload and assisting others, you will demonstrate the highest standards of client care and take responsibility for your own learning and development.We are looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals, who take pride in their work and would enjoy becoming part of one of the leading public sector legal teams in the country.Shortlisted candidates will be invited to sit a written test, on-line, week commencing the 10th of March 2025.&nbsp; If successful at the test stage a face-to-face interview will be arranged on a date between the 9th and the 14th of April 2025 (inclusive).&nbsp; We expect the successful candidates to be available to join the Legal Practice on the 30th of June 2025, from when a two-week induction programme will commence.The closing date for your application is the 3rd of March 2025.For an informal discussion regarding this position please contact Helen Ottino, Principal Lawyer – Practice Development on 07927 548443.Related DocumentsFor more information, please refer to the&nbsp;Role Profile/Selection Criteria&nbsp;About usHarrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.Other informationSupport for candidates visit:Harrow.gov.uk. Our behavioural indicators roles below G11 and above G11. Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow'&nbsp;Important NoteTo deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our equality statement. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a>London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="http://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>

Trainee Solicitor - 2025 - London Borough of Harrow / HB Public Law

Deadline 30 April 2025Our trainee programme places willingness to take responsibility centre stage. We’ll give you the chance to develop this from early in your career – even dealing with clients in your first week. applications is 31 March 2025. Please complete an application downloadable from our website.Entry RequirementsOur success depends on employing the highest quality people. So, if you apply, you’ll not only need to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills, but also show the enthusiasm to learn plus the ability to multitask and think clearly. Good team working skills are also vital.We recruit four trainees per year – with a 2.1 degree or above from a top-ranking university.&nbsp;We are accepting applications for training contracts to commence in 2027 in our Salisbury office.The deadline for applications is 30 April.Our trainee assessment day will be held on 24 July 2025Apply nowPlease complete an application form available to download from our website.

Training Contract - 2027 - Wilsons Solicitors

Applications Deadline: 31st March 2025Launch Your Legal Career with Thackray WilliamsAt Thackray Williams, we believe in empowering the next generation of exceptional legal professionals. Our two-year training contract offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills, gain hands-on experience, and build a solid foundation for your legal career. At TW we take a flexible approach with our rotations to ensure you get the best out of our programme, and can include up to 4 rotations across family, residential property, private client, dispute resolution, employment and commercial. This structure ensures you gain broad exposure to our dynamic legal services while working alongside industry experts who are passionate about mentoring and developing talent.What sets Thackray Williams apart is our supportive and inclusive culture. From day one, you’ll be treated as a valued member of the team, entrusted with real responsibility, and encouraged to contribute to meaningful client work. We’re committed to your growth, providing tailored training, regular feedback, and opportunities to expand your legal and interpersonal skills.Join us and become part of a forward-thinking firm where your ambitions are nurtured, your potential is championed, and your future is limitless. At Thackray Williams, your success is our priority.Assessment day: date tbc in July 2025Second Stage Interview: date(s) tbc in August 2025Application process: Online application form (please download and complete the application form from the website), assessment day and final interview.Eligibility: Our Training Contract is open to law students, who have completed their LPC or are studying towards their SQE. You must be eligible to start your Training Contract in September 2026 or September 2027.Assessment process: The first stage interview and assessment will take place in person in our head office in Bromley. It will consist of assessments including a competency-based interview and discussion of a case study we will share with you on the day. You'll also be asked to complete a written task and a group exercise. We aim to keep the day enjoyable and relaxed, giving you plenty of opportunity to meet the team and get a feel for the culture of the firm.Please submit your application by email by 31st March and please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. If you have been successful, we will notify you by the end of April.

Training Contract - 2026 or 2027 - Thackray Williams

Deadline 23 February 2025 at 23.59Location: London / Hybrid (2 days in office, 3 days from home)Salary: £34,735 - &nbsp;£40,864 (pro rata)Hours: Full timeContract: 6 Month Fixed Term ContractThis is an excellent opportunity to expand your analytical and research skills, whilst working for the public good. Working in the In-House Legal Advisory Service, you will gain invaluable experience in the healthcare regulation sector.What you will do&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Using legal research skills and knowledge of the GDC’s regulatory framework to produce legal research notes in response to requests for legal advice from across the GDC.</li><li>Reviewing and analysing draft legislation, including preparing Keeling Schedules to allow comparison with current legislation.</li><li>Working closely with team lawyers to prepare accurate and high-quality draft responses to correspondence and requests received by the team, from both internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Supporting the GDC to manage litigation effectively and cost efficiently, liaising with Counsel and external law firms to ensure that instructions and court papers are prepared accurately and in accordance with court deadlines.</li><li>Assisting with the preparation of information bundles.</li><li>Developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Assisting proactively with the work of the department, as directed by the line manager, carrying out any other task as reasonably required by the organisation, including some administrative tasks to support Legal Assistant.</li></ul>About you&nbsp;If you can demonstrate the following skills and experience, we would like to hear from you:<ul><li>Relevant legal experience.&nbsp;</li><li>Previous healthcare regulation experience.</li><li>Legal qualification.</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills.</li><li>Strong legal drafting and analytical skills.</li></ul>The people we interact with daily are incredibly diverse and we know how much of an asset empathy is to the way we operate. Your skills and expertise in equality and diversity, either as lived-in experience or as an ally, will be incredibly helpful in adding to the effectiveness of the team.About UsOur primary purpose is to protect patient safety and maintain public confidence in dental services. To achieve this, we register qualified dental professionals, set standards for the dental team, investigate complaints about dental professionals’ fitness to practise, and work to ensure the quality of dental education.Our work matters and so do our people. We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion by recruiting and strengthening our teams with team members from different backgrounds, life experiences and viewpoints. Equality and diversity are not just words, they are what makes our teams strong and able to deliver. We want to be champions of diversity and to have a sense of belonging in the workplace, where everybody has the chance to contribute and to share what is important to them.Hours 35 hours per weekBenefits:<dl><dt>Salary £34,735 - &nbsp;£40,864 (pro rata)</dt></dl>The GDC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, that provides an environment that reflects our values and culture and allows employees to flourish.To support this we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, including flexible working arrangements from day one and employee networks that aid growth and development.Some of our benefits include:<ul><li>27 days holiday (plus statutory) - rising to 30 days after 2 years’ service</li><li>Pension contributions up to 10%</li><li>Buy/Sell annual leave</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave from 1 years’ service.</li><li>Life assurance, income protection plan and enhanced sick leave policy</li><li>Staff discounts including eye care contributions and discounted gym membership</li></ul>We encourage and support the recruitment, retention, and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds.&nbsp;How to apply:For a full job description, including the competencies you will be assessed on in your application, please click the apply button.&nbsp;As part of your supporting statement, please provide details of relevant skills and experience gained in a previous Paralegal role, and experience of managing a caseload.The closing date for applications is 23:59 on 23 February 2025.Please note that we reserve the right to bring this recruitment campaign to an end without notice, and we encourage all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Paralegal (FTC) - in-house regulatory - General Dental Council (GDC)

Deadline: 9:00am March 3, 2025Anticipated start: April 2025TV Edwards LLP are looking for a paralegal to support our Community Care and Public Law solicitors. During your time with us there will also be opportunities to work on community care, Court of Protection, housing and general public law cases. Most of our work is funded by legal aid but we also fund cases by way of private fees.Role OverviewAs a paralegal in our social welfare team, you will work for clients with a range of needs, some of whom will be in very vulnerable situations. This could include being deprived of their liberty, accommodated in care homes they do not want to live in and suffering from a lack of community care services. In Court of Protection work you will often act for professional litigation friends, such as the Official Solicitor. Your support will be crucial in ensuring our clients can have full access to justice.Successful candidates will be based in our Whitechapel office though occasional travel to our Clapham Junction office may be required.We offer excellent training opportunities and only recruit trainee solicitors from internal candidates. We support lawyers who wish to qualify via the SQE route.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Providing a high level of support to solicitors undertaking Community Care, Court of Protection (welfare) and public law casework.</li><li>Communicating clearly and regularly with clients to take instructions and provide advice under supervision from solicitors.</li><li>Preparing bundles for use in court hearings (and for other reasons).</li><li>Drafting and managing legal aid applications and correspondence with the Legal Aid Agency.</li><li>Preparing witness statements and other court documents.</li><li>Attending court hearings, with barristers where appropriate.</li><li>Carrying out allocated administrative tasks such as liaising with barristers and experts for invoices, arranging appointments and managing entries in solicitors’ diaries, copying and scanning case documents.</li><li>Staffing the new client rota under the management of a senior member of the team. This includes taking details of potential new cases from individuals and referring agencies via telephone and email correspondence.</li><li>Billing tasks and liaising with the in-house billing team as delegated by the solicitor.</li><li>Attending monthly department meetings.</li></ul>Skills/Knowledge Requirements<ul><li>Excellent written, oral and telephone communication skills to be able to work effectively with the firm’s client group.</li><li>Ability to prioritise and work efficiently under pressure.</li><li>Good team-working skills.</li><li>Problem-solving ability, with good analytical skills.</li><li>Excellent IT skills (including word processing and use of Excel spreadsheets).</li><li>Commitment to our client group and access to justice.</li><li>Law degree (or equivalent).</li><li>Although welcome, it is not necessary for you to have prior experience of Community Care, Court of Protection or Public law work.</li></ul>SalarySalary: £27,000 per annumDocumentary proof of your right to work in the UK will be required as part of the recruitment process.Benefits10% family and friends discount on legal services 25 days holiday, increasing to 28 days after 3 years' service and 30 days after 5 years Bonus Scheme Career development programme Cycle to work scheme Health Cashback Plan Length of service awards Wellbeing initiativesHow To ApplySend your completed application and equality monitoring forms by 9:00am March 3, 2025Applications must be on the firm’s application form. We will not consider any applications which are not on the application form.Equal Opportunities and DiversityTV Edwards Solicitors LLP is an equal opportunities employer, committed to increasing diversity in our firm and our wider profession.For more information about the firm and department and an application pack, please click Apply.

Paralegal - Community Care and Public Law - TV Edwards LLP

Deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possibleWe have an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our Private Client Team in Northampton. This friendly team are looking for a Paralegal to join them and provide support with a variety of tasks and duties. &nbsp;Howes Percival’s Private Client team specialise in providing advice on preparing wills, managing estates and preserving wealth.This is a great opportunity to develop your legal skills and knowledge within a growing, experienced and mutually supportive team. &nbsp;You will be exposed to a broad range of matters and will be working on files, undertaking research, attending client meetings and drafting basic documents.Some of your duties will include:<ul><li>Drafting documents and letters of advice to clients under supervision</li><li>Drafting and completing basic legal documents and forms with limited supervision</li><li>Researching legal issues on behalf of other fee earners</li><li>Preparing document bundles for fee earners as required</li><li>Taking responsibility for administrative tasks, i.e. coordinating the administration of seminars</li><li>Taking messages about initial advice queries and passing them on to the relevant fee earner</li><li>The efficient management of client/matter files to include general filing, file opening, preparation of client care letters and terms and conditions, file closure and archiving</li><li>Undertaking any other duties as required.&nbsp;</li><li>Liaise with clients via telephone and email</li><li>Attend client meetings both in person and on the telephone, as requested by the fee earner</li><li>Attend meetings and take notes as required</li></ul>A little about you:<ul><li>Proficient with Microsoft Office</li><li>Be results focused and driven to deliver</li><li>A good eye for detail</li><li>Good organisation and time management abilities</li><li>Excellent team player</li><li>Motivated with a strong commitment to learning</li><li>Prior paralegal experience in this area of law would be advantageous&nbsp;</li></ul>About UsAt Howes Percival, we are driven by a commitment to our clients and a passion for achieving their goals. With a rich heritage spanning over 200 years, we have evolved into a leading law firm with a reputation for delivering exceptional results across a wide range of practice areas. Our team comprises highly skilled lawyers who combine deep industry knowledge with innovative thinking to provide strategic advice and tailored solutions to our diverse client base.As an employer, we value talent, diversity, and collaboration. We foster a supportive and inclusive culture where every team member is empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Joining Howes Percival means being part of a dynamic growing and forward-thinking firm dedicated to excellence in legal practice and client service. Below are some other reasons that help us in our mission ‘to be a place where people want to work and enjoy working: We have been accredited with “Investors in People” since 1996 and shortlisted for Employer of the Year in 2023. We achieved a two-star accreditation in the top 75 “Best Companies” (formerly The Sunday Times Best Companies Awards) and ranked sixth in the top 10 “Best Large Law Firms to Work For” category. Our lawyers come from a variety of backgrounds, many from larger and City firms, some from in-house – we all share the same Howes Percival DNA and all of this rich experience is there for you to learn from.We offer a wide range of benefits for all our valued employees including (but not limited to); Perks at Work discounts, profit share scheme and discretionary bonus, 25 days holiday entitlement, one paid ‘charity day’ per year, comprehensive private medical cover, plus a well being calendar with a wide range of regular events

Paralegal - Private Client - Howes Percival

Deadline: 5pm, Monday 17 March 20251 Year Fixed TermHours: 35 hours per week (28 considered)We are looking for a dedicated Employment and Welfare Rights Paralegal to join our team and help support local residents facing employment and welfare benefits challenges.This role is more than just legal support—it’s about empowering individuals, ensuring fairness, and helping people access the rights and benefits they deserve. Our employment solicitor and welfare rights supervisor provide vital casework and expert guidance to those in need, as well as supporting local voluntary sector organisations through second-tier advice.As a key member of our team, you will play an essential role in fighting for workers’ rights, tackling discrimination, and ensuring vulnerable individuals receive the support they are entitled to. Your work will have a tangible impact on people’s lives, helping them secure fair treatment, financial stability, and peace of mind.What You’ll Be Doing:<ul><li>Supporting the work of the Employment, Discrimination, and Education Supervisor, assisting with casework, research, and client interviews.</li><li>Assisting the Welfare Rights Supervisor in ensuring individuals receive the benefits and financial assistance they are entitled to.</li><li>Developing your expertise to progress into managing your own caseload and contributing to second-tier advice delivery.</li></ul>&nbsp;Why Join Us?This is an exceptional opportunity for someone with a strong sense of social justice who wants to build a career in employment law and welfare rights. You will gain hands-on experience, professional mentorship, and opportunities for career progression while making a direct and lasting impact on your community.If you are committed to fairness, equality, and ensuring that no one is left behind, we want to hear from you.The post will be based at our office in Camberwell with some outreach and attendance at evening meetings. SLC has adopted an agile working policy and encourage staff to work partly from home.Southwark Law Centre has an Equality Diversity and Inclusion policy. We welcome applications from candidates who meet the person spec regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex (gender) and sexual orientation.Starting salary and relevant experienceThe Law Centre criteria for starting salaries aims to ensure that all relevant experience is recognised for all posts within clearly justifiable limits so that starting salary does not unfairly reward on the basis of age. Experience is only relevant for these purposes if it is equivalent to the role on offer. The post holder salary increases by 1 point each year until the top of the scale is reached within NJC payscales. In addition the Law Centre pays cost of living increases agreed nationally by the NJC.Relevant experience 1-2 years SP9 £31,884Relevant experience 2-5 years SP11 £32,817Relevant experience 5 years + SP13 £33,780Closing date for applications: 5pm, Monday 17 March 2025Interviews: Tuesday 25 March 2025To download the application pack, click Apply

Paralegal (FTC) - Employment and Welfare Rights - Southwark Law Centre

Application deadline: &nbsp;Friday 21st February 2025.We’re a national law firm with a local reach. Our philosophy is ‘we're legal and financial experts that care’ – something you’ll find in the way we work with our clients and how we support our teams. But we’re more than just a law firm – we’re a team of people working together to help individuals and businesses navigate life’s ups and downs. Working here you’ll feel a part of our friendly and inclusive environment.We’ll value you for who you are and what you bring. We support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to our clients and communities.We're always looking to support our colleagues to work in a way that works best for them and everyone else, including our clients, the business and the regulators. Please speak to a member of our Recruitment and Onboarding team for more information.We are currently looking for a paralegal to join our team in London.Applications close on Friday 21st February 2025.Our TeamThe Court of Protection is the judicial body responsible for making decisions relating to the management of finances and other affairs of those individuals who lack the mental capacity to do so themselves. As one of the UK’s leading law firms, we have a dedicated and experienced team who specialise in all matters relating to the Court of Protection. We help clients who are unable to manage their affairs by acting as their financial Deputy and also acting as professional trustee.Your Role and What You'll Be DoingDealing with the routine management of deputyship and personal injury trusts with appropriate supervision and assisting senior team members with complex cases. Dealing with administrative matters on behalf of clients to get their affairs in order, such as setting up bank accounts and standing orders, making payments, assisting with benefits applications and obtaining quotes for insurance. Taking instruction from clients and undertaking written and telephone correspondence with clients, other solicitors and third parties. Achieve time recording and fee income targets to ensure profitable working. Attend and contribute to team/practice area meetings and comply with directions/decisions made to ensure team objectives achieved. Keep up to date with changes in relevant law and practice and attend appropriate training events to ensure up to date legal knowledge and best practice.About YouEmpathy and compassion to help guide our clients through challenging personal circumstances. A friendly, enthusiastic, and can-do approach Previous Paralegal experience, including within Court of Protection is welcome but not a necessity A passion for personal lawWe’re proud of our values, and we’re looking for people who share them:To be pioneering with an imaginative outlook To be approachable and caring To be tenacious in the pursuit of our objectives To be efficient in the provision of our services To work with a foundation of integrity.If this sounds like you, we’d love to receive your applicationOur Benefits - What We Can Offer You25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can ‘buy’ up to 35hrs of extra holiday too. Generous and flexible pension schemes. Volunteering days – Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid) Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services.We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you’re fully supported. &nbsp;This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements.We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024!Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It’s made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono.Additional InformationAs part of the Irwin Mitchell Group’s on-boarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group’s employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders.We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks ­with our trusted 3rd parties.The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws.Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.

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