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Deadline 23 March 2025 at 23.59<h5>Job description</h5>Salary: £34,735 - £40,864 paLocation: London – Hybrid (2 days per week minimum office attendance)Contract: 1 x permanent and 4 x fixed-term contracts (up to 18 months with possibility of extension)Hours: Full time&nbsp;The General Dental Council (GDC) is the statutory body responsible for regulating dental professionals in the UK.We have an exciting opportunity in our In-house Legal Services Team. We are looking for one permanent and four fixed-term Paralegals to join the team. Our Paralegals prepare cases for fitness to practise hearings and associated court proceedings under the supervision of a lawyer and ensure cases are prepared for presentation before one of the GDC’s statutory committees in a timely and cost-effective manner.The role<ul><li>Support and administer the management of a caseload of fitness to practise cases, ensuring that all actions are taken in a timely manner, under the supervision of a lawyer. </li><li>Progress the investigation of fitness to practise matters under the supervision of a lawyer.</li><li>Prepare documents for use in fitness to practise proceedings, including hearing bundles and submissions, instructions to counsel and expert witnesses.</li><li>Conduct witness interviews, draft admissible witness statements and identify and support vulnerable witnesses throughout fitness to practise proceedings.</li><li>Correspond with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring appropriate recording of relevant information.</li><li>Undertake effective case and cost management in accordance with team procedures.</li><li>Support the management of proceedings in the Courts. </li><li>Undertake legal research in support of cases.</li><li>Identify and escalate risk as appropriate to the supervising lawyer.</li><li>Participate in team and organisational project work and training.</li><li>Demonstrate positive alignment with organisational behaviours and values, including equality, diversity and inclusion.</li></ul>About you:The successful candidate will:<ul><li>Have relevant legal qualifications or extensive relevant legal experience (essential).</li><li>Have healthcare regulation casework experience or transferable criminal or civil litigation experience (essential).</li><li>Have demonstrable experience of interviewing witnesses, drafting witness statements, and preparing case and hearing documentation (essential).</li><li>Have demonstrable experience of legal drafting, evidential analysis and legal research.</li><li>Have experience of dealing with a variety of stakeholders, including members of the public.</li><li>Have the ability to draft documents clearly and concisely using plain English.</li><li>Have excellent communication skills, including dealing professionally with vulnerable individuals.</li><li>Have demonstrable experience of planning and organising workload and managing own time effectively.</li><li>Be reliable, proactive, methodical and excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Comply with GDC policies and statutory obligations, including data protection and equality, diversity and inclusion.</li><li>Have strong ICT skills, including the use of case management systems and Microsoft Office products.</li></ul>Benefits: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:&nbsp;For further details about the role and to apply please click the apply button. Please indicate in your application if you are applying for a permanent role, fixed-term role, or either role.Closing date: 23:59 on 23 March 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.&nbsp;The GDC is committed to equality and diversity. 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.

Paralegals - in-house regulatory - General Dental Council (GDC)

Deadline: not stated so apply as soon as possibleParalegal<ul><li>Southwick Hill Rd, Cosham, Portsmouth PO6 3LY, UK</li><li>Full-time</li><li>Weekly Hours / Programmed Activities: 37.5</li><li>Salary Band: Band 5</li><li>Staff Group: Administrative and Clerical</li><li>Contract Type: Permanent</li><li>Job Area: Admin and Corporate</li></ul>Job DescriptionWe are excited to offer an opportunity for a Paralegal to join our team at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust.The main scope of this role will be to manage an allocated caseload of claims and inquests, and provide support where required to the activities of other members of the team.In this vital role, you will be instrumental in identifying and reporting on trends and risk management issues, ensuring the Trust remains proactive in addressing potential risks. Your collaboration with risk management and health and safety advisors will be key in maintaining a safe and compliant environment.Additionally, by escalating issues to the Head of Legal Services or Senior Paralegal, you will play a critical role in the decision-making process, supporting continuous learning and improvement within the organisation.For full details, please see the attached job description and person specification available <a href="https://c.smartrecruiters.com/sr-company-attachments-prod-aws-dc5/641d594add179b367771845d/163fcf10-df64-4084-a0cf-45679a0bb24c?r=s3-eu-central-1" target="_blank">here</a>.QualificationsEssential&nbsp;<ul><li>Relevant degree or equivalent experience</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience of working in the Health or Legal sectors</li></ul>ExperienceEssential&nbsp;<ul><li>Ability to communicate information to individuals/groups/committees in a comprehensive way.</li><li>Confident in preparing and delivering basic written reports.</li><li>Confident to deliver training, presentations and/or reports to individuals, groups and or committees.</li><li>Ability to work autonomously, and as part of a team with integrity and confidentiality, managing own workload and demands</li><li>Ability to handle difficult or complex situations with compassion and sensitivity.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience of legal processes, including coronial and claims management.</li></ul>KnowledgeEssential&nbsp;<ul><li>Knowledge of law and legal practice</li><li>Competent in the use of a wide range of software eg: Microsoft Office, Risk Management system, Sharepoint</li></ul>Company DescriptionOur vision for Single Corporate Services&nbsp;&nbsp; Isle of Wight NHS Trust (IWT) and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (PHU) have a shared vision of a single corporate service across our two organisations, supported by a single set of identical systems and processes, under joint leadership, to drive significant efficiencies, improve employee experience, and return time to patient care.&nbsp;This vacancy is part of the Single Corporate Services Division.Why are we changing the way we deliver Corporate Services?&nbsp; Working as a partnership, both IWT and PHU have a shared vision for excellence in care for our patients and communities; with a set of strategic aims underpinning how we will achieve this. The creation of a single corporate service is essential for us to support our clinical and operational services, and our wider transformation programme.&nbsp;The vision for our single corporate services is to:<ul><li>Be an employer of choice for corporate talent, attracting and retaining people who share our values for excellence in care and welcome the opportunity to benefit from the broad range of flexible career and development opportunities we can offer.&nbsp;&nbsp; </li><li>Improve efficiency through simplified and standardised policies, processes, and systems, drawing on the best from both Trusts.&nbsp; </li><li>Do things once and reduce any duplication on transactional tasks giving corporate staff the ability to focus on higher value and more diverse activities.&nbsp; </li><li>Co-invest in the latest digital solutions and standardise our approach, meaning we do things once for both organisations. </li><li>Improve learning and development opportunities and sharing best practice, upskilling both Trusts.&nbsp; </li><li>Co-locate teams in purpose-built facilities on the Island and in Portsmouth to enable closer working and sharing.&nbsp; </li><li>Build resilience for individuals and our teams.&nbsp;</li></ul>The single corporate service is delivered across both organisations, but this post will be based at PHU.&nbsp;Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff. Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust.Additional InformationThe health and wellbeing of our staff is at the forefront of everything we do. We are proud to be able to offer our staff some fantastic benefits including our on-site Nursery, access to our free Beach Hut for those long summer days, our on-site Wellness Centre including a gym and a swimming pool, access to our fantastic staff networks including LGBTQ, Race Equality and DisAbility, and awards ceremonies to recognise your achievements. We believe we can offer support to all of our staff when they need it the most.We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.

Paralegal - in-house healthcare - Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

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!

Private Client Paralegal

The Company:Our client is an award-winning, full service, commercial law firm and they are rapidly developing a national reputation for its innovative approach to delivering legal services. They operate in the financial services, leisure, retail &amp; consumer goods, technology &amp; media, renewables, housing and public sectors. Their specialisms are real estate, banking and finance, commercial, corporate, employment, dispute resolution and litigation.The Job:On behalf of our client we are seeking a Commercial and Residential Property Legal Assistant. In this role your responsibility will be to manage and supervise a small team of Legal Administrators and support the Operations Manager in their team in Central Bristol.In this role your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Monitor and supervise the quality and completion of tasks</li><li>Support the Team Lead to develop talent within the team by identifying individual potential. </li><li>Support the Operations manager to develop talent within the team by identifying individual potential.</li><li>Support the Manager with the training and induction of new starters</li></ul>The Person:For this role, our client is looking for someone who is has legal commercial or residential property experience and is experienced in HMRC and Land Registry applications.They are also seeking Land Registry searches, Property searches, Land Registry applications and SDLT returns experience.You will also be confident with your transactional knowledge / property law / residential property work with a Commercial residential background. Post completion team work experience too.You will be experienced in carrying out land registry requisitions and enjoy looking into issues and looking at more complex cases in-depth.In addition to this they are seeking the following skills and experience:<ul><li>Good IT skills</li><li>Supervisory experience ideally</li><li>Good communication skills </li></ul>The Benefits: Contributory Pension, Group Life, Private Medical Insurance, 25 days holiday &amp; a flexible benefits scheme.The Hours:Monday to Friday 9am 5.30pmThe Location:Central Bristol, no car parkingThe Salary:Up to £32,000

Commercial and Residential Property Legal Assistant

Closing date: 7 April 2025 10.00Are you passionate about public law and eager to make a meaningful impact? Join the Deighton Pierce Glynn (DPG) team as a Paralegal in our London office!About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated full time Paralegal to work in our London Public Law Department. &nbsp;For the right person this job will progress to a training contract. This is a great opportunity to work on groundbreaking cases that challenge unlawful government policies, defend migrants’ rights, address human trafficking, and confront unlawful detention. You will also assist in cases of public and private law discrimination and collaborate with campaigning groups to fight against unjust decisions made by public bodies.Why Join DPG? DPG is one of the best Civil Liberties / Administrative Law / Human Rights firms in the UK and top rated in Chambers, the Legal 500 directories and the Times. DPG is widely recognised and admired for our client focused approach, as well as our commitment to creating a great place to work.In our pursuit of aim to employ the best people we can, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We particularly welcome applicants from a minoritised background to apply for this role.Learn More About Us: To discover more about who we are, our values, and the work we do, visit our website.Click apply to access the person specification and the job description.Salary: £27,000 per annumHow to apply:If you’re ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role then please complete all parts of Application form and return to us by the deadline:Closing date: 10am on Monday, 7th April 2025Applications received after this time cannot be considered.Interviews: Suitable candidates will be invited to attend a skills test and interview in the week commencing 14th April 2025.Don’t miss this chance to be part of a team that’s committed to making a difference. Apply now and contribute to the pursuit of justice at DPG.

Paralegal (potential Training Contract) - Public law - Deighton Pierce Glynn (DPG)

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.

Commercial Paralegal

Private Client CILEX/paralegalHybrid and parking availableOur client is a well established law firm based in Abergavenny are now seeking an experienced Private Client CILEX or Paralegal for their busy team. Working closely with the Head of Private Client you will carry out day to day private client work regarding Wills, Probate, LPA's, Trusts, Estates, Tax, Court of Protection.Your role:<ul><li>Manage matters passed by fee earners to successful conclusion</li><li>Arrange file opening, regulatory checks, and administrative tasks</li><li>Research legal positions and prepare necessary documents and forms</li><li>Liaise with clients, fee earners, and other parties as required</li><li>Perform administrative searches, checks, and enquiries for each matter</li><li>Record time spent and enter financial transactions into legal software</li><li>Assist with file closure and archiving arrangements</li><li>Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to professional standards</li></ul>The person:<ul><li>CILEX qualified or previous experience working in a busy private client team as a paralegal or legal assistant</li><li>Strong organisational and time management skills to handle multiple matters efficiently</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with clients and colleagues</li><li>Familiarity with legal software</li><li>Commitment to providing exceptional client service and maintaining professional standards</li></ul>Full or part-time hours of work considered (with ability for some hybrid).Market Rate Salary for the right candidate.

Senior Conveyancing Legal AssistantManchester City Centre (Hybrid)£ Negotiable An exciting opportunity for a Senior Conveyancing Legal Assistant has become available at an award winning Law Firm based in Manchester City Centre. The Senior Conveyancing Legal Assistant will work alongside the Partners and Team coordinating operational excellence and ensuring an outstanding client experience. This will include both Residential Conveyancing and Commercial Property matters. You will have the opportunity to progress to having your own caseload with supervision from an expert. Responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Client Liaison: communication with clients effectively, providing updates, obtaining information to facilitate legal processes, maintaining accurate and organised records</li><li>File Management: overseeing the progression of files to quality standards, working to deadlines, adhering to legal requirements and identifying potential risks, use of industry specific software </li><li>Drafting legal documents: preparing documentation including contracts and transfer documents</li><li>Stakeholder Management: liaising with third parties effectively to ensure the timely progression of files and provide a high quality conveyancing service</li><li>Professional Development: staying updated on best practice, attending training and being responsible for your own personal development</li></ul> Requirements:<ul><li>Prior experience: 3+ years experience within Residential Conveyancing and/or Commercial Property as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant or Paralegal </li><li>Legal expertise:Good knowledge and relevant experience of conveyancing procedures</li><li>Attention to detail:Meticulous attention to detail, conducting precise searches, and ensuring compliance with complex legal requirements.</li><li>Communication skills:Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for effectively liaising with all parties involved in a clear and professional manner.</li><li>Organisational skills:The ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously and prioritise workload.</li><li>Team ethics:The successful candidate must be able to work well as part of a team and get on well with others, as well as using their own initiative.</li><li>Customer service:Excellent customer service skills to manage client expectations, address enquiries, and provide regular updates on transaction progress.</li></ul> This is a full time opportunity based in Manchester City Centre. The firm operate within a hybrid working model. Salary is negotiable and will be experience dependent. For further information about this vacancy or to discuss career opportunities please get in touch with us today at Ingot Legal Recruitment.

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